Waterjet Cut Shims for Auxiliary HVAC Systems in an Aircraft

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Using our superior XD abrasive waterjet cutting machine, we were able to provide a quick turnaround for our client’s shim order. After determining the appropriate machining process by working with a client supplied drawing, Aerospace Alloys decided to use stainless steel, aluminum, and titanium base materials. Once we acquired the materials, we abrasive waterjet cut the shims to the desired finished size.

Once complete, each shim featured a material thickness between .010” and .032” and a product diameter between 4” and 18”. The tightest tolerance we upheld was +/- .005” during machining. As a result of our superior waterjet cutting methods, we were able to meet and surpass our client’s expectations. We delivered the order to our client in 5 to 10 days, where the shims were then used in auxiliary HVAC systems within aircrafts. We offer this service on a national level.

To learn about this project and inquire about our other services, please contact Aerospace Alloys.

Capabilities Applied/Processes	Acquired material, abrasive waterjet cut shims to finished size
Tightest Tolerance	+/-.005"
Material Thickness	.010"-.032"
Product Diameter	Up to 18” diameter typically but can go much larger!
Cutting Method	Abrasive waterjet cutting
Base Material	Stainless Steel, Aluminum, Titanium
Special Feature	We are able to provide quick turnarounds on shims and hold tight tolerances with the use of our XD Abrasive Waterjet Cutting Machine.
Industry for Use	Auxiliary HVAC systems in aircraft
Volume	Prototype to production quantities
Delivery Time	5-10 Days depending on volume
Delivery Location	Nationally
Product Name	Shims
Drawing Type Accepted	.dwg and .dxf
Product Description	Shims

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