Smalley Shims are commonly used in conjunction with wave springs where a backup plate is needed for
housings made of softer metals like aluminum or bronze, and for packings made of leather, neoprene
or similar materials.
Shims can function as spacers to change wave spring operating heights. Adding or subtracting shims is
an excellent method of adjusting load on a wave spring. Using a shim spacer can also control tolerance
buildups.
Stock items in carbon steel and 17-7 PH stainless steel. However, Smalley can make them to order in
nearly any size or material.