To properly align the shaft of a base-mounted pump to the shaft of its driver (usually an electric motor), very thin shims must be placed under the mounting feet. You must report the total thickness of the shims placed ounder each foot. Shims are provided in precise thicknesses, measured in thousandths of an inch. In this case, three shims were placed under one foot. One shim is marked \( 0.030^{\prime \prime} \), the second is marked as \( 0.015^{\prime \prime} \), and the third is marked as \( 0.007^{\prime \prime} \). What is the total thickness of the three shims? Your answer should be to the nearest thousandth of an inch. The total thickness of the three shims is "'.
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To find the total thickness of the three shims, simply add their individual thicknesses together: \[ 0.030 + 0.015 + 0.007 = 0.052^{\prime \prime} \] Thus, the total thickness of the three shims is \( 0.052^{\prime \prime} \) when expressed to the nearest thousandth of an inch. When aligning pumps, it’s important to take precise measurements. A little misalignment can lead to inefficient operation or even damage over time. Always double-check your shim thicknesses—it's an integral part of ensuring the longevity and performance of your pumping system!
