Premium Brass Shim Material Manufactured for High-Accuracy Engineering
At Stephens Gaskets, we manufacture high-quality brass shim material engineered for precision, consistency and long-term durability.
With over 70 years of manufacturing expertise behind us, we supply brass shim sheets, strips and washers to industries across the UK and worldwide, ensuring every order meets the highest standards of accuracy and performance.
Brass Shim material is relied upon for its strength, corrosion resistance, electrical conductivity and workability, making it indispensable for applications in polishing, joining, plating, finishing and mechanical spacing. Whether you require standard thicknesses or a completely bespoke profile, we manufacture brass shims that deliver dependable, repeatable results.
Why Brass Shim Material Is Essential in Modern Engineering
Brass is one of the most versatile shim materials available. Its properties provide distinct advantages across mechanical, electrical and structural applications.
1. Excellent Corrosion Resistance
Brass withstands moisture, oils and many industrial environments better than untreated steels, ensuring long service life.
2. Ideal for Polishing, Plating and Finishing Work
Its smooth, workable surface makes it a preferred material for precision finishing and alignment tasks.
3. Strong, Durable and Easy to Machine
Brass offers both rigidity and ease of fabrication, allowing it to be formed into intricate shim shapes with exceptional consistency.
4. Conductive and Non-Sparking
Perfect for electrical applications or environments where spark resistance is critical.
5. Reliable Under Vibration and Load
Brass maintains dimensional stability and helps reduce wear between moving components.
These attributes make brass shims ideal for engineers requiring a stable, predictable and durable spacing solution.
Maintenance Considerations for Brass Shims
Brass naturally oxidises when exposed to air, humidity or industrial liquids.
While this does not compromise all applications, periodic inspection helps maintain peak performance and protects surrounding components.
Our team offers guidance on best practices for cleaning, replacing or upgrading shims as part of routine maintenance.
Precision Manufacturing with State-of-the-Art Equipment
As a long-established brass shim manufacturer, we use advanced laser cutting, press tooling and modern optimisation machinery to deliver perfectly smooth, flat and consistent brass shim material.
Our upgraded production methods enable:
- Burr-free edges.
- Smooth, even surfaces.
- Accurate, repeatable thickness.
- Fast turnaround on all order sizes.
- Reduced waste thanks to efficient cutting paths.
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Standard and Bespoke Brass Shim Production
We supply:
- Brass shim sheets.
- Brass shim strips.
- Brass shim washers.
- Assorted brass shim packs.
- Fully bespoke manufactured shims.
If you require a specific size, profile or tolerance, our engineers will design and manufacture the exact shim required – from single prototypes to high-volume batch supply.
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Fast, Reliable UK Delivery
Stephens Gaskets operates its own delivery network to ensure brass shim material reaches customers as quickly and safely as possible.
Fast lead times and secure packaging are a core part of our service and remain one of the reasons engineers across the UK rely on us.
Applications for Brass Shim Material
Brass shim material is suitable for:
- Polishing and finishing processes.
- Machine alignment and calibration.
- Load distribution and vibration control.
- Joining, spacing and tolerance adjustments.
- Electrical and conductive applications.
- Marine and architectural environments.
- Instrumentation and precision engineering.
Where precision and reliability matter, brass shims provide a stable mechanical solution.
FAQs
1. Where can I buy precision brass shim material in the UK?
Stephens Gaskets supplies premium brass shim material directly from our West Midlands manufacturing facility. We offer both standard sizes and fully bespoke options with fast UK delivery.
2. Do you manufacture custom brass shims to drawing or CAD files?
Yes – we produce custom brass shims based on drawings, CAD files or physical samples. Any thickness, profile or quantity can be manufactured to tight tolerances.
3. What thicknesses are available for brass shim material?
We offer a full range of standard brass shim thicknesses and can manufacture non-standard gauges for specialist applications on request.
4. Can brass shim material withstand corrosion and long-term use?
Brass naturally resists corrosion and is extremely durable. However, it may oxidise over time, so periodic inspection is recommended to maintain optimal performance.
5. How quickly can you deliver brass shims?
We offer fast turnaround with direct delivery across the UK. Standard items can often be dispatched immediately, and bespoke orders typically ship within a few working days depending on complexity.
Contact us
For precision, durability and engineering accuracy, choose Stephens Gaskets – the UK’s trusted manufacturer of premium brass shim material.
Contact Stephens Gaskets
Phone: +44 (0)121 544 5808
Email: sales@stephensgaskets.co.uk
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