{"product_id":"metal-shims-spacer-shims","title":"Metal Shims \u0026 Spacer Shims","description":"\u003ch3\u003eMetal Shims \u0026amp; Spacer Shims for Machinery Alignment \u0026amp; Clearances\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKaybin manufactures precision metal shims and spacer shims to drawing or sample for machinery alignment, height adjustment, and clearance control. Parts are laser-cut or machined to size so fits, gaps, and loads stay within tolerance in industrial and OEM equipment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFunction \u0026amp; Typical Applications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSet or correct clearances between mating parts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAlign motors, gearboxes, pumps, frames and structures\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTake up wear, thermal movement or fabrication variation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUsed on bases, feet, flanges, housings, brackets and OEM assemblies\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMaterial Options\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShims are produced from application-specific metals:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStainless steel (304 ) – corrosion-resistant, clean environments, food\/chemical duty\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMild steel \/ carbon steel – general industrial use, painted or plated if required\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrass \/ copper – good conductivity, non-sparking, specialty applications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOther alloys on request where specific properties are needed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThickness, grade and finish are selected based on load, environment and adjustment range.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eOperating Conditions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDesigned for:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStatic load-bearing interfaces (feet, flanges, housings)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIndoor or outdoor duty, including wet or corrosive environments (grade-dependent)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInstallations where accurate, repeatable alignment and gap control are critical\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCorrectly specified shims help maintain alignment, reduce vibration and prevent premature wear or failure of rotating equipment.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eEngineering Details Required\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo manufacture the correct shim, provide:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApplication and location (base\/foot, flange, housing, bracket, etc.)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterial required (stainless, mild steel, brass, etc.)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShim outline (profile or drawing), thickness and slot\/bolt pattern\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLoad conditions and environment (corrosion, washdown, heat, etc.)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKaybin then selects the appropriate metal and process and manufactures shims to your exact specification for reliable alignment and spacer duty in industrial and OEM equipment.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"kaybin","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45310907220140,"sku":null,"price":0.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0706\/4790\/6476\/files\/kaybin-metal-shims-spacer-shims-machinery-alignment.webp_1_1.webp?v=1770719943","url":"https:\/\/kaybin.co.za\/products\/metal-shims-spacer-shims","provider":"Kaybin","version":"1.0","type":"link"}