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Five different shims thicknesses: Plastic, Aluminum, Stainless steel, Brass, Custom Requests
Five different shims thicknesses: Plastic, Aluminum, Stainless steel, Brass, Custom Requests
Infographic on How to order custom parts 1. You get a request for a precision-cut part, whether a restock or something new 2. You can fill out our custom part request form with the size, thickness, and material you need, or email us with your order/quote details. 3. We'll respond in 1-2 business days with the process, schedule, and cost. 4. Our optimized process delivers precision, cost-effectiveness, and fast lead times. You'll love our offer. 5. Production takes 3-4 weeks, with rush options available for a fee. Contact us for updates on your order. 6. Get the parts delivered worldwide directly to your facility. We save blueprints and keep and maintain tooling for faster reordering.
Artus Color Thickness Chart Color-coded shim stock is available in aluminum and plastic for your convenience. Each color represents a specific shim thickness, making distinguishing between thicknesses quick and easy. With variations in shim thickness being as little as 0.00025”, differentiating by color instead of measuring shims drastically saves time and reduces errors.
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Cone shim specification chart Artus Shim Number Dimensions and Bolts
Cup shims specification chart
Shims and Gaskets Maximum temperature chart: Type-P (oriented polyester) with thicknesses available between 0.0005" - 0.0125" - Max temperature 200º F Type-G (PET-G) with thicknesses available between 0.015" - 0.060" - Max temperature 140º F Type-x (polycarbonate alloy) with thicknesses available 0.015", 0.020", 0.030" - Max temperature 200º F
Shim and Gaskets - Thicknesses and Colors by Material Specifications chart Thickness: Silver 0.0005" (0.01mm), Gold 0.00075" (0.02mm), Amber 0.001" (0.025mm), Purple 0.0015" (0.04mm), Red 0.002" (0.05mm), Green 0.003" (0.08mm), Tan 0.004" (0.1mm), Blue 0.005" (0.125mm), Natural 0.007" (0.19mm), Transmatte 0.0075" (0.19mm), Brown 0.010" (0.25mm), Black 0.0125" (0.31mm), Pink 0.015" (0.4mm), Yellow 0.020" (0.5mm), White 0.025" (0.6mm), Coral 0.030" (0.75mm), Coral 0.031" (0.78mm), Clear 0.050" (1.25mm), Clear 0.060" (1.5mm), Uncolored 0.001" (0.025mm), Uncolored 0.0015" (0.04mm), Uncolored 0.012" (0.3mm)

Shims & Gaskets

Since 1941, Artus has made over 1 million shim orders. We specialize in cutting material with ultra-precision and keeping lead times short.
 
We provide precision shims and gaskets customized to your exact specifications to support, level, and align equipment and machinery.
 
Our materials include:
  • Color Coded Plastic
  • Color Coded Aluminum
  • Cold-Rolled (low-carbon) Steel
  • Stainless steel
  • Brass
  • Custom Requests
Plastic and aluminum are color-coded to help you save time.
Find more details or request a custom order below.

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Description

Artus has been making shims and gaskets since 1941. By now, our process is optimized for cost-efficiency, an expert level of consistency, and reliability. We can provide you with custom shim solutions, and we deliver worldwide.
 
We buy affordable steel rule dies and high-quality materials in bulk to cut costs. Our steel rule dies for new orders are made in 2-3 days with no set-up fees for future orders.
 
Industry leaders worldwide depend on Artus for exceptional quality and short lead times.
 
For personalized customer service, call (201) 568-1000.

The Color Tells the Thickness

Color-coded products are available in aluminum and plastic for your convenience. Each color represents a specific thickness. Finding different thicknesses is quick and easy. Shim thickness varies as little as 0.00035”. Enough measuring. Save time and reduce errors.

What is the difference between brass shim stock and steel shim stock?

Choosing between brass and steel shim stock depends on your project’s specific requirements, such as corrosion resistance, electrical conductivity, or mechanical strength. Read more about each of their properties in our Application Notes

What shim stock material does Artus offer?

Artus provides a wide range of shim stock, including color-coded plastic, aluminum, as well as low carbon steel, stainless steel, and brass. 

How do I choose the right Shim Stock thickness?

The thickness of your Shim Stock depends on your project’s specific requirements. Contact us here if you need assistance during your online purchase. Artus offers a color-coded system for plastic and aluminum Shim Stock, making it easy to identify and select the right thickness for your needs.

What are the advantages of using flat-packed Shim Stock?

Flat-packed Shim Stock from Artus is safer to handle, minimizes waste during cutting, and saves on storage space, making it a more economical choice.

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Artus does not just make shims. We can precision cut any material you need. Take advantage of our precision-cutting capabilities for your next project!
 
Our color-coded plastic shims are customizable up to 42″ in diameter in a single piece. Metal shims are customizable up to 24″ in diameter in a single piece. Download our brochure or talk with a dedicated sales rep for more information.

Shim Specs:

  • Plastic: durable, pliable, cost-effective, non-hygroscopic, impervious to oil, and minimal compression.
  • Aluminum: non-compressible, burr-free, rust-proof, heat-resistant, and long-lasting.
  • Stainless Steel: for extreme conditions and demanding industrial shim applications. Stainless Steel 300 Series Alloy is non-corrosive and rust-proof.
  • Low Carbon Steel: We use Cold Rolled 1010 Steel. It is durable and economical.
  • Brass: We use 70/30 B36 Cartridge Brass for marine shim applications. It is incredibly ductile, strong, and corrosion-resistant.
  • Custom Shims: Available in any size, shape, or material you need
  • Learn more from our shim and gasket brochure. We also manufacture shim stock and slotted shims to whatever specifications you need.

Gasket Specs:

  • Custom gaskets are available in plastic, vegetable fiber, cork composition, and asbestos-substitute material.
  • Contact us for help finding the material best suited to your needs.
For personalized customer service, call (201) 568-1000. A representative will contact you shortly.

Regulatory standards that Artus Shims and Gaskets complies with:

 

REACH compliance
TSCA compliance
RoHS compliance

Equivalent Number In Standard Cup Shims
0.005" Blue
K-20605
K-20705
K-20805
K-20905
K-21005
K-21105
K-21205
K-21405
K-21505
K-21605
K-21705
K-21805
K-21905
K-22005
K-22205
K-22405
K-22505
K-22605
K-22705
K-22905
K-23005
K-23205
K-23405
K-23605
K-23805
K-24005
K-24105
K-24205
K-24405
K-24605
K-24805
K-25005
K-25205
Equivalent Number In Standard Cup Shims
0.0075” Transp. Matte
K-20607
K-20707
K-20807
K-20907
K-21007
K-21107
K-21207
K-21407
K-21507
K-21607
K-21707
K-21807
K-21907
K-22007
K-22207
K-22407
K-22507
K-22607
K-22707
K-22907
K-23007
K-23207
K-23407
K-23607
K-23807
K-24007
K-24107
K-24207
K-24407
K-24607
K-24807
K-25007
K-25207
Equivalent Number In Standard Cup Shims
0.020” Yellow
K-20620
K-20720
K-20820
K-20920
K-21020
K-21120
K-21220
K-21420
K-21520
K-21620
K-21720
K-21820
K-21920
K-22020
K-22220
K-22420
K-22520
K-22620
K-22720
K-22920
K-23020
K-23220
K-23420
K-23620
K-23820
K-24020
K-24120
K-24220
K-24420
K-24620
K-24820
K-25020
K-25220
Artus Shim Number
Artus Shim Number
A FB 6
A FB 7
A FB 8
A FB 9
A FB 10
A FB 11
A FB 12
A FB 14
A FB 15
A FB 16
A FB 17
A FB 18
A FB 19
A FB 20
A FB 22
A FB 24
A FB 25
A FB 26
A FB 27
A FB 29
A FB 30
A FB 32
A FB 34
A FB 36
A FB 38
A FB 40
A FB 41
A FB 42
A FB 44
A FB 46
A FB 48
A FB 50
A FB 52
A
A
2-3/8
2-3/4
3-1/2
3-3/4
4
4-1/4
4-1/2
5
5-1/4
6
6-1/4
6-1/2
6-3/4
7
7-1/2
8
8-3/4
9
9-1/4
9-3/4
10
10-1/2
11
11-1/2
12
13
13-1/2
14-5/8
15-1/2
17
18
19-1/2
20-1/2
Artus Shim Number
Artus Shim Number
A 6
A 7
A 8
A 9
A 10
A 11
A 12
A 14
A 15
A 16
A 17
A 18
A 19
A 20
A 22
A 24
A 25
A 26
A 27
A 29
A 30
A 32
A 34
A 36
A 38
A 40
A 41
A 42
A 44
A 46
A 48
A 50
A 52
B
B
1-7/8
2-1/4
2-3/4
3
3-1/4
3-1/2
3-3/4
4-1/4
4-1/2
5
5-1/4
5-1/2
5-3/4
6
6-1/2
7
7-1/2
7-3/4
8
8-1/2
8-3/4
9-1/4
9-3/4
10-1/4
10-3/4
11-1/2
12
13-1/8
14
15-1/4
16-1/4
17-1/2
18-1/2
C
C
1-13/32
1-25/32
2-1/32
2-11/32
2-19/32
2-25/32
3-1/32
3-17/32
3-25/32
4-1/32
4-9/32
4-17/32
4-25/32
5-1/32
5-17/32
6-1/32
6-9/32
6-17/32
6-25/32
7-9/32
7-17/32
8-1/32
8-17/32
9-1/32
9-13/32
10-13/32
10-13/32
11-13/32
12-13/32
13-13/32
14-13/32
15-13/32
16-13/32
D
D
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
6
6
6
6
6
6
6
6
6
6
6
6
6
6
8
8
8
8
8
8
8
E
E
9/32
9/32
13/32
13/32
13/32
13/32
13/32
13/32
13/32
17/32
17/32
17/32
17/32
17/32
17/32
17/32
21/32
21/32
21/32
21/32
21/32
21/32
21/32
21/32
21/32
25/32
25/32
25/32
25/32
15/16
15/16
11/16
11/16
Artus Shim Number
Artus Shim Number
A50605
A50606
A50607
A50608
A50609
ASO610
ASO611
ASO612
ASO613
A45882
A50633
A45884
A45885
A50634
A45887
A50614
A50615
A50616
A50617
A50618
A50619
A50620
A50621
A50622
A50623
A50624
A50625
A50626
A50627
A50628
Dimensions
A
2-3/8
2-7/8
3-3/8
4-1/16
4-5/8
4-7/8
5-3/8
5-7/8
6-7/8
7-7/8
Dimensions
Thickness
.005
.0075
.020
.005
.0075
.020
.005
.0075
.020
.005
.0075
.020
.005
.0075
.020
.005
.0075
.020
.005
.0075
.020
.005
.0075
.020
.005
.0075
.020
.005
.0075
.020
Dimensions
B
1-3/8
1-3/4
2-1/4
3
3-1/2
3-1/2
3-1/2
4
5
6
Dimensions
C
9/16
9/16
9/16
11/16
11/16
13/16
13/16
13/16
1-1/16
1-5/16
Bolts
No. of Bolts
3
3
3
3
3
4
4
6
6
6
Bolts
Size of Bolts
1/2
1/2
1/2
5/8
5/8
3/4
3/4
3/4
1
1-1/4

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