Strips & Shims
Shims are thin, flat pieces of material, often made of metal, plastic, or composite materials. They are used to fill small gaps, adjust clearances, or provide precise spacing between components in various mechanical and industrial applications. Shims play a crucial role in achieving proper alignment, reducing vibration, and ensuring the accurate fit of parts. They are commonly employed in industries such as manufacturing, automotive, construction, and aerospace to fine-tune machinery, improve structural integrity, and address tolerances in a wide range of equipment and assemblies. Shims are available in various sizes and thicknesses to suit specific needs, making them essential components for achieving precision and reliability in engineering and mechanical systems.
Certainly, here’s information about Nickel Shims, Titanium Shims, and Stainless Steel Shims:
Nickel Shims:
- Description:Nickel shims are thin, flat pieces of nickel or nickel alloy material. They are used to fill small gaps, adjust clearances, or provide precise spacing in various mechanical and industrial applications.
- Materials type: Nickel shims can be made from pure nickel (nickel 200/201) or various nickel-based alloys, such as Inconel, Monel, and Hastelloy.
- Applications: Nickel shims are commonly used in industries like aerospace, chemical processing, electronics, and marine applications to fine-tune machinery, improve structural integrity, and address tolerances.
Titanium Shims:
- Description: Titanium shims are thin, flat pieces made of titanium or titanium alloys. They serve the same purpose as nickel shims, providing precise spacing and alignment adjustments in mechanical systems.
- Materials type:Titanium shims can be made from commercially pure grades (e.g., Grade 2) or various titanium alloys like Ti-6Al-4V (Grade 5).
- Applications:Titanium shims are used in aerospace, medical devices, automotive engineering, and various high-precision applications, where lightweight, corrosion resistance, and strength are essential.
Stainless Steel Shims:
- Description: Stainless steel shims are thin, flat pieces made of stainless steel, a steel alloy with a minimum of 10.5% chromium content. Like nickel and titanium shims, they are employed for precise spacing and alignment purposes.
- Materials type:Various stainless steel grades can be used for making shims, including 304, 316, 430, and other stainless steel grades.
- Applications: Stainless steel shims are widely used in industries such as manufacturing, construction, automotive, and HVAC systems, where corrosion resistance, durability, and precision are critical.
Key Properties and Characteristics:
- Nickel Shims:
- Excellent corrosion resistance, even in harsh environments.
- High-temperature strength and durability.
- Used in applications requiring precise alignment and spacing.
- Titanium Shims:
- Exceptional strength-to-weight ratio.
- Outstanding corrosion resistance, especially in challenging environments.
- Ideal for applications demanding lightweight, high precision, and corrosion resistance.
- Stainless Steel Shims:
- Excellent corrosion resistance and durability.
- Available in various stainless steel grades to meet specific application requirements.
- Widely used in precision machinery, construction, and industrial settings.
Material Certification and Traceability
At Satyam Overseas, we prioritize Material Certification and Traceability. Our materials, meeting ASTM and ASME standards, come with 3.1 Mill Test Certificates as a guarantee of compliance. Additionally, upon request, we provide 3.2 Mill Test Certificates for added assurance. Every material is clearly marked and accompanied by a corresponding certificate, meticulously linking markings to certification. This meticulous approach ensures complete accountability and unwavering reliability throughout our supply chain.
Chemical Composition
Nickel Shims:
| Element | Nickel (Ni) | Nickel Alloys (e.g., Inconel, Monel) |
|---|---|---|
| Nickel (Ni) | 99.9% | Varies depending on specific alloy |
| Chromium (Cr) | Trace | Varies depending on specific alloy |
| Iron (Fe) | Trace | Varies depending on specific alloy |
| Copper (Cu) | Trace | Varies depending on specific alloy |
| Other | Trace | May include molybdenum, tungsten, etc. |
Titanium Shims:
| Element | Commercially Pure Titanium shims(e.g., Grade 2) | Titanium Alloys (e.g., Ti-6Al-4V) |
|---|---|---|
| Titanium (Ti) | 99.2% – 99.7% | Varies depending on specific alloy |
| Aluminum (Al) | 0.3% – 0.8% | 5.5% – 6.75% |
| Vanadium (V) | - | 3.5% – 4.5% |
| Iron (Fe) | 0.3% – 0.6% | 0.3% – 0.5% |
| Other | Trace | May include other alloying elements |
Stainless Steel Shims:
| Element | 304 Stainless Steel Shims | 316 Stainless Steel Shims | 430 Stainless Steel Shims | Other Stainless Steel Shims |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chromium (Cr) | 18% | 16% | 16% | Varies depending on grade |
| Nickel (Ni) | 8% | 10% | - | Varies depending on grade |
| Carbon (C) | 0.08% | 0.08% | 0.12% | Varies depending on grade |
| Iron (Fe) | Balance | Balance | Balance | Balance |
| Other | - | - | - | May include molybdenum, titanium, etc. |