Overview
The Precision Brand 698158 17SX-3 brass shim gage is a precision measurement tool designed for metalworking, manufacturing, and inspection applications. This Precision Brand 698158 thickness gage measures .003″ thick and comes as a 6″ wide by 60″ long roll in brass material, providing reliable reference material for close tolerance work and spacing applications in industrial settings.
Key Features
- Brass construction for durability and corrosion resistance in machine shops and manufacturing environments
- .003″ thickness specification marked directly on material for quick identification
- 6″ width by 60″ length roll format suitable for die setup, machine calibration, and tolerance verification
- Thickness, material type, and lot number printed on shim for full traceability and quality documentation
- Part of the established 17SX series, with multiple thickness options available
Technical Specifications
- Material: Brass
- Thickness: .003″
- Width: 6″
- Length: 60″
- Product Code: 17SX-3
- Manufacturer Part Number: 698158
- Product Family: Brass Shim
- Product Family Subgroup: 6″ x 60″ Roll
- Marking: Thickness printed on material for identification
Typical Applications
Precision Brand thickness gages are used in manufacturing and maintenance operations wherever setting close spacing or checking extremely tight tolerances is required. Common applications include:
- Machine tool setup and calibration verification
- Die and fixture spacing
- Bearing and clearance adjustments
- Precision metalworking and CNC operations
- Inspection and quality control measurements
Compatibility & Replacements
Compatible With
- Manual machine tool setup systems
- CNC and precision machining operations
- Inspection fixtures and gauge blocks
- Die and tool room applications
- General manufacturing and maintenance workflows
Replaces / Drop-In Replacement For
The Precision Brand 698158 17SX-3 is part of the 17SX series of brass shims. Related thickness gages in the series include 17SX-1, 17SX-2, 17SX-4, 17SX-5, and other thickness specifications. Verify exact thickness and dimensions match your application requirements before ordering.
Works With
- Precision Brand feeler gage sets and accessories
- Manual and CNC machine tool systems
- Standard fixture and die components
- Gauge block and inspection tool kits
