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When your project demands exact tolerances and a material that holds its shape under pressure, finding the right shim stock can be frustrating. Whether you're a scale modeler filling tiny gaps, a machinist shimming a bearing housing, or a maker crafting decorative metalwork, inconsistent thickness or flimsy foil wastes time and ruins results. These thin brass sheet rolls are cut to your exact specification so you get the right size, every time.
Each roll is made from brass alloy (CuZn), a copper-zinc alloy known for its workability and corrosion resistance. Thickness ranges from 0.2 mm to 1.0 mm (approximately 0.008" to 0.039"), and width options span 5 mm to 300 mm (approximately 0.2" to 11.8"). Length is available in 1 Meter, 2 Meter, and 5 Meter rolls to suit both small-batch and larger-scale needs.
Typical applications include precision shimming between mechanical components, thin brass sheet for model railway and RC vehicle detailing, gasket blanks for low-pressure fluid systems, decorative inlay strips for woodworking and furniture making, and heat-shield liners in small engine or electronics enclosures.
| Material | Brass alloy (CuZn — copper-zinc) |
|---|---|
| Thickness Range | 0.2 mm, 0.3 mm, 0.4 mm, 0.5 mm, 0.6 mm, 0.7 mm, 0.8 mm, 1.0 mm |
| Width Range | 5 mm – 300 mm (approx. 0.2" – 11.8") |
| Length Options | 1 Meter / 2 Meter / 5 Meter |
| Surface Finish | Cold-rolled, mill finish |
| Temper | See variant options |
| Tensile Strength (typical) | See variant options |
| Form | Flat-wound roll |
| Color | Golden yellow (natural brass) |
| Workability | Hand-cuttable (thin gauges); tin snips / CNC for thicker gauges |
| Joining Methods | Soldering, brazing, epoxy adhesive |
For shimming gaps between mechanical parts (bearings, housings, flanges), match the shim thickness to the measured gap — 0.2–0.3 mm is common for fine adjustments, while 0.5–1.0 mm suits larger clearances. For model making and decorative work, 0.2–0.4 mm is easiest to cut and bend by hand. For gaskets or heat shields, 0.5 mm and above provides better durability.
Order a width equal to or slightly larger than the widest dimension of your finished piece. For example, if your gasket is 45 mm wide, select the 50 mm width option. This minimizes waste while ensuring you have enough material to mark and cut accurately. For irregular shapes, consider the bounding-box width of your pattern.
Brass (CuZn alloy) is a moderately strong, ductile metal. In shim applications it is loaded in compression, where it performs well. It is not intended for structural tension or high-impact applications. For precision shimming of machine components, bearing housings, or alignment tasks, brass shim stock is an industry-standard choice. Thicker gauges (0.8–1.0 mm) offer greater rigidity for heavier-duty shimming.
Brass does not rust (rust is specific to iron/steel). It can develop a natural patina (darkening or greenish tarnish) over time when exposed to moisture and air, but this does not compromise structural integrity. For indoor mechanical and model-making applications, bare brass performs well without any coating. If a bright finish is required long-term, a clear lacquer spray can be applied after cutting and forming.
Gauges of 0.2–0.4 mm can be cut cleanly with sharp household scissors or craft scissors. For 0.5–0.6 mm, aviation tin snips or heavy-duty scissors work well. Gauges of 0.7–1.0 mm are best cut with tin snips, a metal shear, or scored and snapped along a straightedge. Laser cutting and CNC routing are also compatible with all gauges listed.
Yes. Brass is one of the most solderable metals. It accepts standard 60/40 tin-lead solder, lead-free solder, and silver solder with appropriate flux. Brazing with brass or silver-alloy rod is also straightforward. Clean the surface with fine abrasive or flux before soldering for best adhesion. Epoxy structural adhesives also bond well to brass when the surface is lightly abraded and degreased.
Choose 1 Meter for single-piece or prototype work where you need just enough to complete one job. The 2 Meter option suits small batch runs or projects requiring multiple pieces from the same strip. The 5 Meter roll offers the best value per meter for ongoing workshop use, production runs, or when you anticipate repeat cuts from the same size. All lengths are supplied as a continuous roll.
