Precision Brand 42450 Stainless Steel Slotted Shim 5-pack

Product Description

The PRECISION BRAND 42450 is a stainless steel slotted shim designed for precision alignment and leveling of industrial machinery. Each shim measures 4 inches by 4 inches with a thickness of 0.050 inches, offering consistent dimensional accuracy where tight tolerances matter. The slotted design allows the shim to slide around shaft hardware or mounting bolts without full disassembly, saving time during installation and adjustment. Sold in a pack of 5, this part suits maintenance professionals and millwrights working on rotating equipment and baseplate-mounted machinery.

This shim is commonly used in industrial and commercial plant environments to correct alignment on motors, pumps, generators, compressors, and similar baseplate-mounted equipment. The stainless steel construction resists corrosion in wet or chemically exposed environments, making it suitable for both indoor mechanical rooms and outdoor or wash-down service locations. Trade technicians and maintenance crews rely on slotted shims like the 42450 when shimming must be performed under load or with minimal equipment movement.

Key Features

• Slotted design allows placement around bolts or shafts without removing fasteners
• Stainless steel construction for corrosion resistance in demanding environments
• 4 x 4 x 0.050 inch dimensions for consistent, measurable leveling adjustments
• Pack of 5 provides multiple shims for a single job or stock
• Suitable for motors, pumps, generators, and general plant machinery alignment

Compatibility

Designed as a general-purpose slotted shim for use with baseplate-mounted motors, pumps, generators, and other industrial machinery requiring alignment or leveling correction.

Installation Notes

Installation is typically performed by millwrights, maintenance technicians, or mechanical contractors. De-energize and lock out all equipment before beginning any shimming procedure in accordance with applicable LOTO (lockout/tagout) requirements. Use a calibrated dial indicator or laser alignment tool to verify alignment after shims are placed. Avoid over-shimming, which can introduce additional misalignment or stress on equipment housings and shafts.

Technical Specifications

• Material: Stainless Steel
• Shim Dimensions: 4 x 4 x 0.050 inches
• Pack Quantity: 5
• Weight: 1.03 pounds
• UPC: 698158424504

Standard Information

• Brand: PRECISION BRAND
• Manufacturer Part Number: 42450