Plastic Shims & Gaskets
Metal Shims.
Metal shim manufacturing specialists: precision cut to your exact requirements in high-quality metals, with a technical team to support you and fast worldwide delivery.
- Thicknesses in every metal
- 0.005–3 mm
- Metals to choose from
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What are metal shims used for?
Precise alignment, less wear, longer machine life.
We supply metal shims in brass, stainless steel and steel, in various grades and thicknesses.
Fitted between parts to adjust their alignment or position, shims reduce wear between components and extend the life of the machine.
Compare with plastic shimsA wide range of materials and thicknesses
The exact metal your component needs.
We make parts from a range of metals in a wide range of thicknesses, so we can produce the exact component your project needs.
Contact us to find out more| Metal | Available thicknesses |
|---|---|
| Brass | 0.005 to 3.000 mm |
| Copper | 0.005 to 3.000 mm |
| Aluminium | 0.005 to 3.000 mm |
| Phosphor bronze | 0.005 to 3.000 mm |
| Nickel | 0.005 to 3.000 mm |
| Stainless steel | 0.005 to 3.000 mm |
| Steel | 0.005 to 3.000 mm |
- Brass
- 0.005 to 3.000 mm
- Copper
- 0.005 to 3.000 mm
- Aluminium
- 0.005 to 3.000 mm
- Phosphor bronze
- 0.005 to 3.000 mm
- Nickel
- 0.005 to 3.000 mm
- Stainless steel
- 0.005 to 3.000 mm
- Steel
- 0.005 to 3.000 mm
Other metals and thicknesses on request.
Why use a metal shim for your project
High-quality metal, built to last.
Available in many thicknesses and precision cut to your drawing, metal shims are supplied by us to high-profile organisations worldwide.
Longer lifespan
High-quality materials extend the life of the assembly.
Better impact resistance
Metal shims stand up to shock and heavy loads.
Less corrosion
The right metal reduces corrosion between components.
Precision cut components
Made specifically for your project.
Established in 1969, we have supplied custom shims, gaskets, spacers and washers that improve our clients' projects ever since.
Technical support
Our technical team helps you choose the best material and design for your requirements.
Precision cut
Cut to your drawing, in the metal and thickness you need.
Worldwide delivery
Fast turnaround to customers worldwide, from a leading UK shim supplier.
Used across
Automotive, aerospace, medical and industrial.
Our metal shims are used across demanding sectors worldwide.
Shim guide
Metal, plastic or laminated shims?
Our guide to the types of shims explains when a metal shim is the right choice, when a colour-coded plastic shim is lighter and cheaper, and how laminated and slotted shims work.
Types of shimsGet a quote today
Get a quote for metal shims.
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Send your drawing
Upload a DXF, DWG, PDF or STEP file, or describe the part. Everything you send is handled in confidence.
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Material advice
Our technical team helps you select the right material and thickness for the application.
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Precision cut in-house
Die cutting, precision laser or water jet, chosen to hold your specified tolerances.
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Delivered to your deadline
Manufactured in the UK and shipped worldwide.
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Tell us what you need and a member of our technical team will be in touch.
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