--- product_id: 44621141 title: "AirShim XL 1194" brand: "calculated industries" price: "VT10198" currency: VUV in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 category: "Calculated Industries" url: https://www.desertcart.vu/products/44621141-airshim-xl-1194 store_origin: VU region: Vanuatu --- # 500 LB load capacity 3-inch gap spanning One-handed pump & precise bleed valve AirShim XL 1194 **Brand:** calculated industries **Price:** VT10198 **Availability:** βœ… In Stock ## Summary > πŸš€ Elevate your craft β€” lift smarter, level faster, and never miss a beat! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** AirShim XL 1194 by calculated industries - **How much does it cost?** VT10198 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.vu](https://www.desertcart.vu/products/44621141-airshim-xl-1194) ## Best For - calculated industries enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted calculated industries brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - β€’ **Fits Tight Spaces:** Rounded corners and internal stiffener slide into gaps as narrow as 3/32” without folding or damage. - β€’ **Contractor-Grade Strength:** Handles up to 500 lbs with certified durability for heavy-duty jobs. - β€’ **Surface-Safe & Damage-Free:** Soft, no-scuff cover protects delicate surfaces unlike traditional wooden or metal shims. - β€’ **Precision Lifting & Alignment:** Inflates smoothly to lift, shift, and level with pinpoint control using a push-button bleeder. - β€’ **Time-Saving Single-User Operation:** Designed for one installer to lift and hold loads solo, slashing labor costs and boosting efficiency. ## Overview The Calculated Industries AirShim XL is a contractor-grade inflatable pry bar and leveling tool engineered for professionals and serious DIYers. With a 500-pound load rating and up to 3-inch gap spanning, it enables single-person lifting, shifting, and precise alignment of heavy objects like windows, doors, and appliances. Its unique rounded design and internal stiffener allow insertion into tight spaces without folding, while the one-handed pump and push-button bleeder valve provide smooth, controlled inflation and deflation. Durable and surface-safe, the AirShim XL reduces labor time and prevents damage, making it an indispensable tool for efficient, damage-free installations. ## Description The new AirShim XL inflatable pry bar and leveling tool is designed for professional users. New shape allows you to lift or move loads faster, easier and higher than typical square-shaped cushions. A single installer can position and hold items in place, saving jobsite time and reducing labor costs by providing a much-needed extra hand in installations. It’s perfect for window and door installers, interior construction professionals, installers of appliances and small equipment, other skilled craftsmen and serious DIYs. CONTRACTOR GRADE FEATURES – Professional level 500 pound load holding capacity certified by SGS. Fully inflated 3” gap-spanning capability means greater lifting range and the ability to handle more jobs. Rounded corners and internal β€œstiffener” allows the AirShim XL to be inserted (crammed) into tighter spaces without bending. LIFTS HIGHER AND FASTER – smaller diameter reduces wrapping or folding around narrow-edged loads. Plus, the longer surface contact area lifts the load faster and with improved stability, providing greater load lifting capacity and safety. Lifting ability varies by work surface and position of the AirShim XL under the load. LIFT, SHIFT, ALIGN, LEVEL and PLUMB – by utilizing multiple AirShim XLs below, above, left and right of heavy objecpts you can fine-tune their positioning with easy adjustments from all 4 sides resulting in faster, more secure placements. SIMPLE ONE-HAND OPERATION – AirShim XL’s powerful hand pump quickly inflates to lift or move loads, while the durable precision push button bleed valve allows for controlled deflations exactly to your mark. REDUCES SURFACE DAMAGE – Unlike wooden shims, wedges and metal pry bars, the AirShim XL poses no risk of damage to surrounding surfaces. Click Add to Cart to get yourself the powerful new AirShim XL today! Copyright 2021 Calculated Industries All Rights Reserved Review: Works Well Even Lifting a Heavy Refrigerator - I checked the product reviews for this product on desertcart and did some outside research on it as well. It was very highly rated and the price was very reasonable. I noted the 2- and 3-star reviews and discounted them as either people not using the product as it was designed, or other issues that had very little to do with the actual working of the product. I used it today to lift my 350-pound refrigerator so I could put movers slide pads underneath the front height-adjustment posts so I could move the fridge to clean behind it without either scratching my hardwood kitchen floor or more importantly, snapping off the adjustment posts. It worked like a charm. One thing I would recommend is that if you are using it for a heavy object (and this product is cleared to life 500 pounds but not more than that), I found it much easier to use my foot on the bulb pump rather than squeezing it with my hand. If I was asked one thing to suggest that could improve the product I would recommend a longer tube. The one that it comes with is rather short. It wasn’t a problem though, it was just tight to access the squeeze bulb once the inflatable pad was under the fridge. But. . . I had no issues and would recommend this product without reservation. Especially for the price. Review: Can lift a heavy washer-dryer combo - Used this to lift a washer-dryer combo (ventless with a heat pump). Just enough to slide some felt feet underneath to make it easier to move around. Good quality and was able to lift the combo when the big box store version could not. Inflation is slow because of the hand pump, but it lifted hundreds of pounds, so that's acceptable. My hands needed the workout anyway. ## Features - CONTRACTOR-GRADE inflatable air wedges for window, door and cabinet installations; longer cushion lifts loads higher, faster, resists folding - 500 LB LOAD HOLDING RATING safely handles full size installations with just a single installer; saving time and labor costs - ROUNDED CORNER AND INTERNAL STIFFENER gets into tight 3/32” gaps and won’t fold under pressure; durable, no-scuff cover leaves no marks - UP TO 3” GAP SPANNING CAPACITY means greater lifting or pushing range and more versatility on the job or around the house. Lifting ability varies by load shape, weight and position of the AirShim XL under the load. - EASY ONE-HANDED OPERATION using simple removable/replaceable squeeze pump and ruggedly precise push button bleeder valve lets you raise and lower to perfect alignments ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B073XL88HP | | Best Sellers Rank | #36,001 in Tools & Home Improvement ( See Top 100 in Tools & Home Improvement ) #50 in Pry Bars | | Brand | Calculated Industries | | Brand Name | Calculated Industries | | Color | Black | | Customer Reviews | 4.5 out of 5 stars 3,266 Reviews | | Global Trade Identification Number | 00098584001995 | | Hose Length | 4.5 Inches | | Included Components | 1 AirShim XL inflatable leveling tool | | Item Dimensions L x W x H | 10.75"L x 5"W x 0.09"H | | Item Type Name | Air Shim XL Inflatable Pry Bar and Leveling Tool; 500 LB Load Holding Rating; Contractor-Grade Alignment Pump Wedge | | Item Weight | 0.3 Pounds | | Manufacturer | Calculated Industries | | Manufacturer Part Number | 1194 | | Material | Thermoplastic Polyurethane (TPU) | | Material Type | Thermoplastic Polyurethane (TPU) | | Maximum Pressure | 25 Pound per Square Inch | | Model Number | 1194 | | Operation Mode | Manual | | Power Source | Manual | | Product Dimensions | 10.75"L x 5"W x 0.09"H | | UPC | 098584001995 | | Unit Count | 1.0 Count | | Warranty Description | One-year warranty | ## Product Details - **Brand:** Calculated Industries - **Color:** Black - **Item Weight:** 4.8 ounces - **Maximum Pressure:** 25 Pound per Square Inch - **Power Source:** Manual ## Images ![AirShim XL 1194 - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71Ic5l8NN6L.jpg) ![AirShim XL 1194 - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71qmOHn56WL.jpg) ![AirShim XL 1194 - Image 3](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71fjAbmnF+L.jpg) ![AirShim XL 1194 - Image 4](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/8114XhYkssL.jpg) ![AirShim XL 1194 - Image 5](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71pDeFufcwL.jpg) ## Available Options This product comes in different **Size, Style** options. ## Questions & Answers **Q: Where is it made?** A: The AirShim is made in China. **Q: What are the dimension of the cushion, itself? Just the square part, not counting the pump aparatus, or the deflated thickness. Thanks** A: Hi, thanks for your interest in our products. The bag is 6" x 6.5" on sides; approximately 1/16" high when deflated, 2-1/2" when fully inflated. Hope this answers your question. **Q: Is this good for when you get your keys lock in your car?** A: Yes, though not it's intended usesge. **Q: I need to lift my refrigerator to put some appliance rollers underneath. Can I use this to lift the entire refrigerator? Or maybe use two air shims?** A: I'm not sure if it would take one or two to lift a refrigerator, but I think you could lift one corner with one, insert the wheel and then move to the next corner. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Works Well Even Lifting a Heavy Refrigerator *by N***Y on March 28, 2026* I checked the product reviews for this product on Amazon and did some outside research on it as well. It was very highly rated and the price was very reasonable. I noted the 2- and 3-star reviews and discounted them as either people not using the product as it was designed, or other issues that had very little to do with the actual working of the product. I used it today to lift my 350-pound refrigerator so I could put movers slide pads underneath the front height-adjustment posts so I could move the fridge to clean behind it without either scratching my hardwood kitchen floor or more importantly, snapping off the adjustment posts. It worked like a charm. One thing I would recommend is that if you are using it for a heavy object (and this product is cleared to life 500 pounds but not more than that), I found it much easier to use my foot on the bulb pump rather than squeezing it with my hand. If I was asked one thing to suggest that could improve the product I would recommend a longer tube. The one that it comes with is rather short. It wasn’t a problem though, it was just tight to access the squeeze bulb once the inflatable pad was under the fridge. But. . . I had no issues and would recommend this product without reservation. Especially for the price. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Can lift a heavy washer-dryer combo *by A***R on February 4, 2026* Used this to lift a washer-dryer combo (ventless with a heat pump). Just enough to slide some felt feet underneath to make it easier to move around. Good quality and was able to lift the combo when the big box store version could not. Inflation is slow because of the hand pump, but it lifted hundreds of pounds, so that's acceptable. My hands needed the workout anyway. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Worked great for lifting a large fridge *by A***Y on April 19, 2026* This inflatable shim worked great! I was able to lift my 330lb refrigerator with about 150 lbs of food in it just high enough to place a furniture slider under the feet. There is no way to do that by hand and I had to step on the plunger to get it high enough - but it did the job! ## Frequently Bought Together - Calculated Industries 1194 Air Shim XL Inflatable Pry Bar and Leveling Tool; 500 LB Load Holding Rating; Contractor-Grade Alignment Pump Wedge - Anti Vibration Pads for Washing Machine - 4pc - Prevent Your Washer and Dryer From Walking and Reduce Noise - High Friction Hard Wearing Square Rubber Foot Pads - Universal Pedestals and Shock Support --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - πŸ›’ **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** β€” Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** β€” Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - πŸ’° **No Hidden Fees** β€” All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - πŸ”„ **15-Day Free Returns** β€” Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - πŸ”’ **Secure Payments** β€” Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** β€” Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.vu/products/44621141-airshim-xl-1194](https://www.desertcart.vu/products/44621141-airshim-xl-1194) --- *Product available on Desertcart Vanuatu* *Store origin: VU* *Last updated: 2026-06-05*