Shim & Support Washers
Shim and Support Washers are washers which are used to ensure correct positioning and alignment of components in an assembly.
Shim Washers sometimes simply referred to as “shims” is a washer used as a spacer to create precise distance between components, for example, under the head of a screw. Shim washers are ideal for compensating for axial play which results from the buildup of manufacturing tolerances.
Support washers are washers which are used on shafts where retaining rings are installed. Support washers are especially used to fill any space gaps due to chamfers on the shaft, to create a flat surface required for the secure installation of retaining pins and to prevent unwanted movement or loosening of components.
