M-Tech®L Ball Bearing Shims: Effortless Precision for Every Installation
M-Tech®L ball bearing shims simplify the installation of ball bearings with their innovative peelable design. These ball bearing shims are specifically engineered to deliver both accuracy and efficiency, providing a straightforward method for aligning and adjusting components across various machinery applications.
For full specifications and available sizes, download the PDF: Ball Bearing Shims Product Range (PDF) or submit an enquiry for tailored recommendations.
What Distinguishes M-Tech®L Ball Bearing Shims?
- M-Tech®L ball bearing shims are fully coated, laminated brass rings
- Made from corrosion-resistant brass for long-lasting performance across demanding applications
- Each ball bearing shim appears as a solid ring but is formed from multiple thin metal films of 0.05 mm thickness
- Excellent peeling properties allow individual layers to be removed quickly and cleanly using a peeling file
Reasons to Select
M-Tech®L Ball Bearing Shims?
M-Tech®L ball bearing shims, with their fully coated construction:
- Enhance assembly, manufacturing, and maintenance efficiency
- Provide finely graded adjustment capabilities across a wide range of bearing sizes
- Ensure secure adjustments in 0.05 mm and 0.075 mm increments with repeatable accuracy
- Facilitate quick installation due to excellent peeling properties
- Offer higher durability than loose brass foils and are easier to handle in sealing applications
How M-Tech®L Ball Bearing Shims Enhance Operational Efficiency
The advanced design of M-Tech®L ball bearing shims enhances assembly, manufacturing, and maintenance activities, while also serving as an effective solution for ball bearing clearance compensation.
- Adjustable thickness: Users can easily peel off one or more layers with a M-Tech® Peeling File to reach the required thickness
- Precision modifications: Adjustments can be made in 0.05 mm and 0.075 mm increments for accurate bearing clearance control
Time efficiency: Significantly reduces time spent on assembly, maintenance, and repairs compared to manually sizing loose foil shims
Overview of Shim Solution Products
We are a development partner, series and process consultant for built-to-print precision shims, sub-assemblies, components, and more.
Standard Solutions
Our portfolio includes a wide range of standardised M-Tech® solutions in addition to our customer-specific items:
Ready to Push Your Assembly Process to the Next Level?
M-Tech®L ball bearing shims allow fast, accurate adjustment in 0.05 mm increments and improve assembly and maintenance efficiency across machinery applications. Whether you are setting bearing clearance during initial installation or making adjustments during a service interval, M-Tech®L ball bearing shims deliver repeatable precision without additional tooling.
For more information, download the PDF: Ball Bearing Shims Product Range (PDF)
Frequently Asked Questions About M-Tech®L Ball Bearing Shims
What are ball bearing shims?
Ball bearing shims are thin annular spacers placed adjacent to ball bearings to set axial clearance, control preload, and compensate for tolerance stack-up in rotating assemblies. Correctly fitted ball bearing shims reduce vibration, extend bearing service life, and ensure smooth, reliable operation. M-Tech®L ball bearing shims from Shim Solution are laminated brass rings with peelable layers for on-site thickness adjustment. View the full product range.
What material are M-Tech®L ball bearing shims made from?
M-Tech®L ball bearing shims are made from corrosion-resistant brass, formed into fully coated laminated rings. Each ring consists of multiple thin metal films of 0.05 mm thickness bonded together. Brass is selected for its corrosion resistance, good peelability, and suitability for sealing applications where metallic contamination from loose foils must be avoided.
How do peelable ball bearing shims work?
Each M-Tech®L ball bearing shim is made up of multiple bonded brass layers. To reduce the total thickness, individual layers are peeled away using a M-Tech® Peeling File. This allows precise on-site adjustment in 0.05 mm and 0.075 mm increments without remachining or replacing the shim entirely.
What increment sizes are available for M-Tech®L ball bearing shims?
M-Tech®L ball bearing shims allow thickness adjustments in 0.05 mm and 0.075 mm increments, depending on the variant selected. This fine-graded adjustment capability makes them suitable for applications where bearing clearance must be set with high repeatability.
What is the advantage of M-Tech®L ball bearing shims over loose brass foils?
Compared to loose brass foils, M-Tech®L ball bearing shims are easier to handle, less likely to cause contamination in lubricated assemblies, and offer more consistent thickness control. Their laminated, fully coated construction keeps all layers together as a single unit until a layer is intentionally removed, reducing the risk of foil fragments entering the bearing assembly.
What applications are M-Tech®L ball bearing shims used in?
M-Tech®L ball bearing shims are used wherever precise axial clearance or bearing preload must be set during assembly or maintenance, including gearboxes, electric motors, pumps, machine spindles, and drive systems. Their peelable design makes them especially practical for field servicing and production environments where setup time must be minimised. Read more about shim applications across industries.
Can M-Tech®L ball bearing shims be used as sealing shims?
Yes. Compared to loose brass foils, M-Tech®L ball bearing shims are more effective in sealing applications because their laminated, fully coated structure prevents individual film fragments from becoming dislodged and contaminating lubrication fluids.
How do I order M-Tech®L ball bearing shims?
Download the Ball Bearing Shims Product Range PDF for full size and specification details, then submit an inquiry to the Shim Solution technical sales team with your size requirements and application details.
Contact Information
For product selection, pricing, or sales assistance in your region, contact Shim Solution.
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