All About Coupling And Alignment Shims

Shims are thin, tapered or wedged pieces of material that are used to fill small gaps or crevices between objects. Shims are commonly used to support, modify for a better fit, or give a level surface. Shims can also be used as spacers to fill gaps between worn-out parts.

They can provide support, alter fit, or level up uneven surfaces, among other things. Many industry specialists make shims out of whatever materials are available at the time. Higher-quality shim stock, on the other hand, is commercially available in a range of materials, including wood shim stock, plastic shim stock, and metal shim stock.

Shims are an essential component for a wide range of DIY repairs and fits. There are various types of shims, such as arbor shims, variable shims, slotted shims, shim rings, and shim stock. While they are all used to compensate for excess tolerances, they individually add value to certain applications. Among them, there are coupling shims and alignment shims. 

Coupling Shims

Engineers have used flexible coupling shims for decades in applications that require maximum dependability and uptime while minimising wear on neighbouring equipment and eliminating the need for lubrication or maintenance of the coupling itself. 

Prior to the advent of the coupling shims, flexible couplings almost always had either gear teeth that needed periodic lubrication or rubber and plastic materials that degraded over time and needed to be replaced.

Furthermore, as industrial processes became more sophisticated in the latter half of the twentieth century, the need to improve coupling balance became critical as a means of reducing shaft vibration to protect the connected equipment's bearings and seals – something the flexible coupling shims greatly aided in.

What exactly is a coupling?

A coupling is a mechanical component part that links two shafts to correctly transmit power from the drive side to the driven side while absorbing installation error (misalignment), etc.

Uses Of Coupling Shims

Coupling shims have been used in a wide range of applications over the years, with many machine designs taking advantage of their unique properties. These shims contribute to their performance and lifespan, which many engineers respect.

• Coupling shims have been used to prevent leakage between two couplings. 

• Coupling shims have been utilised in industries such as sugar mills, steel mill journal boxes, chemical plants, paper mills, refineries, power plants, and HVAC facilities. 

Here, In Sachin Shim, we use the die punch technology to manufacture couplings based on the client's specifications and drawings.

Features

The supplied Coupling Shims are made with the market's dynamic and ever-changing requirements in mind.

• Thickness range: 0.02, 0.05, 0.10, 0.20, 0.50, 1.00, 2.00, 3.00, 4.00, 5.00, & 6.00 MM

• Available in six conventional sizes, as well as a customizable shim.

• Made up of materials such as stainless steel, brass, copper, m.s., alumina, pvc

• Made of high-quality stainless steel (Grade 304/316/321), using a die-punch process and laser cutting. 

• Perfectly flat and completely burr-free.

• Each Shim is permanently marked with its thickness for easy identification.

• Makes alignment simpler.

• For precise vertical machine alignment

• SE single slot pre-cut shims are available in five different diameters and ten different thicknesses in 10-piece packs.

• Accurate machine adjustment is a critical component of any alignment procedure.

Alignment Shims

What exactly are Alignment Shims?

Installation of alignment shims is relatively simple and would be deemed "easy" if it weren't for one major detail: you must have access to an alignment rack or machine to properly install alignment shims. The vast majority of do-it-yourself mechanics and automotive enthusiasts leave vehicle alignment to the professionals.

There are numerous alignment shim designs available, including aftermarket devices meant to make alignment services easier to conduct. Alignment shims are used to rectify camber and toe measurements that are not within factory tolerances.

How Do Alignment Shims Get Made?

Though you may make your own rear alignment shims at home, performing a perfect alignment requires pricey, specialised equipment. There are ways to align your vehicle without using an alignment rack, but these methods need specialist knowledge and a lot of spare time. Typically, alignment shims are mass-produced using machine shop techniques.

Uses Of Alignment Shims 

These shims are used in the process of correcting the vertical position of a moving machine so that it is aligned with the stationary or reference machine. These shims are simply adjustable and require little effort to use.

Features

• Perfectly Flat, entirely Burr-free. 

• Each Shim is permanently labelled with the respective thickness for quick and easy identification.

• Makes alignment simpler.

How Sachin Shim Can Help You?

Sachin Shims Private Limited has emerged as a market leader in the production of Pre Cut Shims, Ready Cut Shims, Coupling Shims Washer, and Sheet Metal Components. We are ISO 9001:2015 International Quality Management Standards certified.

We have over 25 years of experience developing and delivering specialised industrial product solutions, a highly trained manufacturing workforce, and cutting-edge manufacturing technology to make shims and spacers in practically any shape, size, or complexity. 

Experts in Sachin Shim offer a wide range of services to assist customers in locating the best metal shim for their needs. Engineering help, CAD design, and computerised reverse engineering capabilities support the development phase, while precise waterjet and laser cutting facilities bring the final design to life.

Our trained team members will thoroughly assess your performance and compatibility criteria to assist you to pick the material that best meets your demands, whether your application calls for metal, plastic, or composite shims and gaps. If you are interested to try our services, kindly do not hesitate to contact us.