Boneham AM00000598 Press Fit Headless Drill Bushing Pm

Product Description

The BONEHAM AM00000598 is a press fit headless drill bushing with a PM industry code, designed to guide drill bits and cutting tools with precision in metalworking and machining operations. This bushing installs directly into a jig plate without a retaining flange, creating a clean, flush surface. It is manufactured from steel with a hardness rating of 60 to 65 HRC, providing the wear resistance required for high-cycle drilling applications. The inside diameter is 5.4 inches, and the bushing conforms to ANSI standards. Machinists and tool and die technicians are the primary installers of this component.

This drill bushing is suited for use in drill jig fixtures in production machining environments, including job shops and manufacturing facilities. The headless press fit design is commonly selected when clearance above the jig plate surface is a concern or when a permanent, non-renewable bushing installation is required. It is not designed to be removed and replaced during normal service.

Key Features

• Press fit installation method for secure, permanent seating in jig plates
• PM bushing industry code per ANSI standards
• Steel construction hardened to 60 to 65 HRC for extended wear life in high-cycle drilling
• Headless design provides a flush, unobstructed jig plate surface
• Non-renewable bushing — intended for permanent installation
• Inside diameter tolerance of +0.004 to +0.012 mm for precise tool guidance

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style replacement or new-installation drill bushing for use in ANSI-standard drill jig fixtures requiring a press fit headless PM-coded bushing with a 5.4-inch inside diameter.

Installation Notes

Press fit drill bushings are typically installed by machinists or tool and die technicians using an arbor press or hydraulic press to achieve proper seating in the jig plate bore. Ensure the receiving bore is clean, within tolerance, and free of burrs before pressing the bushing into place. Once installed, this bushing is not intended for removal — interference fit makes field replacement impractical without risk of damaging the jig plate. Follow applicable ANSI jig and fixture standards for proper bushing-to-bore fit selection.