302/304 Stainless Steel Shim Rolls
(135) 302/304 Full Hard Stainless Steel is an 18% chromium and 8% nickel austenitic alloy. The most familiar and used alloy in the stainless steel family. This represents an excellent combination of corrosion resistance and ease of fabrication because of some of the important properties, i.e. high strength with low weight, resistance to oxidation, ease of cleaning, the beauty of appearance, prevention of product contamination, good strength and toughness at cryogenic temperatures.Can't find your material dimensions below? Click "Create Custom Cut” here or in the tab below. For “Fabrication Services” click here or above in the menu. /Asset/1-STAINLESS-SHIM-ROLL-6-INCH-14597.jpg
302/304 Full Hard Stainless Steel Shim Flat Sheets
(149)302/304 Full Hard Stainless Steel is an 18% chromium and 8% nickel austenitic alloy. The most familiar and used alloy in the stainless steel family. This represents an excellent combination of corrosion resistance and ease of fabrication because of some of the important properties, i.e. high strength with low weight, resistance to oxidation, ease of cleaning, the beauty of appearance, prevention of product contamination, good strength and toughness at cryogenic temperatures. Can't find your material dimensions below? Click "Create Custom Cut” here or in the tab below. For “Fabrication Services” click here or above in the menu.
Key Properties
Grade 302/304 stainless steel is a popular choice for shim stock for a number of reasons. In addition to its ease of fabrication, this alloy also offers strong corrosion resistance, aesthetic finishes, and good strength at cryogenic temperatures. The full-hard temper means shims cut from this metal provide less spring-back and higher stability, which means better performance.
Typical Applications
Shims made from this type of stainless steel sheet are used frequently in aerospace, medical device, food and beverage, and pressure vessel applications. For example, these shims are used often for finishing gaps in surgical equipment.
Selection and Available Gauges
We provide a wide range of thicknesses to support numerous clearance needs. Our inventory contains shim stock in gauges as thin as 0.001” as well as various widths and lengths. Contact a member of our team to discuss your needs and how we can help you meet them.
Fabrication and Customization Options
Our fabrication and customization capabilities give us the ability to support shims in virtually any length and/or width. We offer laser and waterjet cutting as well as the ability for you to choose a custom cut to meet your specific requirements. Customers choose Trinity because our precision and flexibility ensure we can support your application.
Benefits of Choosing Trinity
With our U.S.-based manufacturing facilities, we can ensure the quality needed for industrial shims that deliver the right level of durability and performance. We have a large inventory of materials and stock featuring full traceability as well as robust customer service.
To learn more, get in touch with us to request information or get a quote for your project.
302/304 Full Hard Stainless Steel Adhesive Backed Shim Stock Flat Sheets
(114) Each piece has a 3M adhesive peel off backing that keeps shim in place.302/304 Full Hard Stainless Steel is an 18% chromium and 8% nickel austenitic alloy. The most familiar and used alloy in the stainless steel family. This represents an excellent combination of corrosion resistance and ease of fabrication because of some of the important properties, i.e. high strength with low weight, resistance to oxidation, ease of cleaning, the beauty of appearance, prevention of product contamination, good strength and toughness at cryogenic temperatures.
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302/304 Full Hard Shim Stock Assortments
(4)Understanding 302/304 Full Hard Stainless Shim Stock
302 stainless steel shim stock is a thin material that works well for spacing, alignment, and tolerance control in mechanical systems. As an austenitic stainless steel, it contains roughly 18% chromium and 8% nickel, delivering strong corrosion resistance and dependable stainless steel tensile strength.
Compared to other stainless steel grades, 302/304 full hard strikes a practical balance of strength and flexibility, making it ideal for precision metal shims in demanding environments.
Benefits of Full Hard Temper for Shim Performance
Full hard temper increases stainless steel hardness, limiting spring-back and benefitting dimensional stability. This is essential for industrial shims, where small movement can affect alignment.
Additionally, it supports consistent results for machining stainless steel, making it easier to produce accurate custom stainless steel shims.
Typical Industrial & Fabrication Uses
Some of the most common shim stock uses include:
- Pump and motor alignment
- Aerospace spacing
- Food processing equipment
- Pressure vessel setup
- General machinery fit-up
Demanding applications like these depend on the durability and corrosion resistance of 302 stainless steel. Trinity Brand offers shim stock customization options, such as precision cutting.
How to Choose Your Shim Assortment
Selecting the right shim stock thickness is dependent on gap size, load, and tolerance. Thin gauges allow fine adjustments, while thicker material supports heavier loads.
When choosing 302 stainless steel shim stock, consider:
- Alignment precision needed
- Exposure to moisture or chemicals
- Load and compression requirements
Can't find your material dimensions below? Click "Create Custom Cut" here or in the tab below. For "Fabrication Services" click here or above in the menu.
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