Custom vs. Standard SS Shims: Which One Should You Use?
Introduction SS shims are very important in achieving accuracy in most industries such as automobile, aviation, and constructional industries. The kind of SS Shims that you decide between – custom or standard can greatly affect the process and results of your work. Let’s define which one is better to choose for your purpose. Standard SS Shims Standard SS Shims are made to specific measurement and off the shelf and produced in different sizes, thickness, and forms. They are cheaper products and best suited for use where the level of customization need not be highly specific. Standard shims find their application in many industries for purposes of alignment, spacing and to provide anti-vibration mountings in the machinery. They are easily available and thus suitable for meeting bulk needs as compared to other tools. But, they may not be made to specifications which are even more specialized, these may cause a drop in the performance of the product. Custom SS Shims In this c...