Precision Brand 17980 Brass Shim Stock Roll 260 Alloy

Product Description

The PRECISION BRAND 17980 is a brass shim stock roll used to fill gaps, set clearances, and adjust tolerances in mechanical assemblies. Manufactured from 260 alloy brass, this roll measures 0.031 inches thick and 5.906 inches wide, with a length of approximately 98.4 inches. The material machines and cuts cleanly, making it a practical choice for precision shimming tasks in industrial, HVAC, and mechanical service applications. Machinists, millwrights, and maintenance technicians use shim stock like this when restoring correct alignment or achieving specified running clearances on rotating equipment and structural mounts.

This shim stock roll suits a wide range of trade and industrial applications where controlled material thickness is required. Common uses include leveling equipment bases, shimming bearing housings, setting gear backlash, and adjusting component fit during equipment assembly or overhaul. The 260 alloy brass composition offers good corrosion resistance, moderate strength, and excellent workability, making it suitable for both indoor mechanical work and light-duty environments with occasional moisture exposure. The roll format allows technicians to cut custom lengths and widths on site with standard metal shears or snips.

Key Features

• 260 alloy brass construction provides good corrosion resistance and workability
• Roll format allows on-site cutting to any required length or width
• 0.031-inch thickness suits close-tolerance shimming and alignment tasks
• 5.906-inch width accommodates a range of component footprints
• Approximately 98.4-inch roll length provides ample material per package

Compatibility

Designed as a general-purpose shim stock roll for use in mechanical assembly, equipment alignment, and maintenance applications across industrial and trade settings.

Installation Notes

Shim stock installation is typically performed by machinists, millwrights, or maintenance technicians. Always de-energize and lock out equipment before working near rotating components or drive systems. Cut shim material with metal shears or aviation snips to the required dimensions before fitting. Wear cut-resistant gloves when handling cut edges, as trimmed brass stock can produce sharp burrs.