Stainless Steel 201 Shim manufacturer in India, Unimix Metal Corporation, delivers precision-engineered shims that balance cost, strength, and dimensional accuracy. These SS 201 shims also known as 201 grade stainless steel shim sheets or 201 shim stock are designed for reliable alignment, spacing, and load distribution in mechanical assemblies. The material choice supports industries that need consistent performance without moving to higher-cost nickel grades.
At Unimix, production is aligned with ISO 14001:2015 certification, ensuring environmentally responsible manufacturing alongside quality control. The shim stock is produced with tight thickness tolerances, which directly impacts performance in applications like pump alignment, gearbox setup, and equipment calibration. In practical terms, better thickness control means reduced vibration, improved fitment, and less need for repeated adjustments during installation or maintenance.
Stainless Steel 201 features a manganese-rich austenitic structure. This gives it good strength and notable work-hardening capability. As a result, the shims maintain position under load and resist deformation during use. While it is not intended for highly corrosive or outdoor environments, it performs reliably in indoor industrial conditions such as fabrication units, machinery bases, and structural setups.
The product range includes custom thicknesses, cut-to-size sheets, and laser-cut configurations. This flexibility allows engineers and maintenance teams to match exact requirements without additional machining on-site. The outcome is straightforward: faster installation, consistent alignment, and controlled operational stability over time.
In day-to-day use, SS 201 shim stock is often selected for machinery alignment, maintenance operations, and general engineering adjustments where both precision and cost efficiency matter. It supports smoother assembly processes and helps maintain equipment accuracy without over-specifying material properties.
Stainless Steel 201 Shim is a thin, precision metal strip manufactured from SS 201 grade stainless steel. It is widely used where accurate gap filling, machinery alignment, and cost-effective corrosion resistance are required.
Economical alternative to SS 304
Good mechanical strength
Smooth and uniform surface finish
Easy to fabricate and form
Suitable for low to moderate corrosion environments
| STANDARD | WERKSTOFF NR. | UNS | JIS | AFNOR | BS | GOST | EN | |
| SS 201 | 1.4571 | S20100 | SUS 201 | – | – | – | – |
Grade | C | Mn | Si | P | S | Cr | Mo | Ni | N | |
201 | 0.15 max | 5.5-7.5 | 100 max | 0.06 max | 0.03 max | 16.00-18.00 | – | 0.3-0.5 | – |
Properties | Metric | Imperial |
Tensile strength (transverse at room temperature) | 685 MPa | 99400 psi |
Tensile strength (longitudinal at room temperature) | 696 MPa | 101000 psi |
Yield strength (transverse at room temperature) | 292 MPa | 42400 psi |
Yield strength (longitudinal at room temperature) | 201 MPa | 43700 psi |
Compressive yield strength | 365 MPa | 52900 psi |
Elastic modulus | 197 GPa | 28573 ksi |
Poisson’s ratio | 0.27-0.30 | 0.27-0.30 |
Elongation at break (longitudinal at room temperature) | 56% | 56% |
Elongation at break (transverse at room temperature) | 62.50% | 62.50% |
Hardness, Rockwell B (transverse at room temperature) | 85 | 85 |
Hardness, Rockwell B (longitudinal at room temperature) | 85 | 85 |
The mechanical properties of Stainless Steel 201 shims ensure dimensional stability under compressive loads, making them suitable for static and dynamic alignment applications where consistent spacing is critical.
Unimix Metal Corporation ensures excellence with ISO-certified manufacturing, strict quality checks at every stage, and consistent material standards. With export-ready packaging and reliable delivery schedules, the company delivers trusted products worldwide, combining precision, quality, and dependability in every order.Explore our full range of stainless-steel shims for industrial use.
At Unimix Metal Corporation, Stainless Steel 201 Shim products are manufactured using high‑quality raw material and controlled rolling processes as per ASTM standards. Each shim is produced with precise thickness tolerance to ensure consistent performance in alignment and levelling applications. Final inspection is carried out to verify surface finish, dimensional accuracy, and material properties before dispatch.
Q. Is SS 201 suitable for outdoor applications?
Ans.SS 201 can be used in low-corrosion outdoor environments but is not recommended for marine or highly corrosive conditions.
Q.2. Do you supply very thin SS 201 shims?
Ans.Yes, we manufacture and supply shims starting from 0.01 mm thickness.
Q.3.Can you manufacture custom sizes?
Ans.Yes, custom sizes and tolerances are available based on drawings or samples.
Unimix Metal Corporation is a leading manufacturer and supplier of shims, stainless steel coils, foils, and strips in a wide range of materials and grades.
17, Ramkutir Building, 12th Khetwadi Cross Lane, Mumbai 400 004.
Zaveri Bldg, 6, V. P. Road, C. P. Tank, Mumbai-400 004.
+ 91-22-67436772 |
+ 91 9821759598 |
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