Shim Washers DIN 988
DIN 988 Shim Washers are precision-engineered components used to create accurate spacing, compensate for dimensional tolerances and control axial movement within mechanical assemblies. Their thin, flat profile allows small adjustments to be made without modifying the surrounding components.
Available in a wide selection of internal diameters, external diameters and thicknesses, these metric shim washers can be used individually or stacked together to achieve the required spacing. They are commonly installed on shafts, bearings, gears, motors and other precision equipment where accurate component positioning is essential.
What Are DIN 988 Shim Washers?
DIN 988 Shim Washers, also known as shim rings or spacing shims, are thin circular washers manufactured to standardised metric dimensions. Unlike conventional flat washers, which primarily distribute fastening loads, shim washers are designed to provide precise dimensional adjustment between components.
Using different washer thicknesses allows engineers to reduce unwanted clearance, align components and establish the required distance between mating surfaces. Multiple shims can also be combined to produce a specific overall thickness.
Where Are Shim Washers Used?
Shim Washers manufactured to DIN 988 are widely used throughout engineering, manufacturing, maintenance and assembly applications. Typical uses include:
- Adjusting the position of bearings, gears and pulleys
- Controlling axial play on shafts and rotating components
- Compensating for manufacturing and assembly tolerances
- Aligning components within machinery and mechanical equipment
- Creating accurate spacing between mating surfaces
- Supporting repair, servicing and maintenance operations
- Benefits of DIN 988 Shim Washers
- Provides accurate and repeatable spacing
- Helps reduce unwanted movement and component play
- Available in multiple diameters and thicknesses
- Can be stacked to create customised spacing dimensions
- Suitable for precision mechanical and engineering assemblies
- Manufactured to standardised DIN 988 dimensions
Order DIN 988 Shim Washers from Vital Parts
Vital Parts supplies DIN 988 Shim Washers in a comprehensive selection of metric sizes and thicknesses, making it easy to identify the correct option for your assembly. Browse the available products below or contact our team for assistance selecting a suitable shim washer for your application.
Contact us today at 01233 713581 to explore our full range of options or request a sample to test the quality firsthand.
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