Boneham AM00000697 Press Fit Headless Drill Bushing Pm

Product Description

The BONEHAM AM00000697 is a press fit headless drill bushing designed to guide drill bits and reamers with precision in jig and fixture applications. Built to industry code PM, this bushing seats permanently into a jig plate without a retaining flange, keeping the working surface flush and unobstructed. The inside diameter measures 8.25 inches, with a body outside diameter of 15.00 millimeters and an overall length of 20.00 millimeters. Constructed from steel, it delivers the hardness and wear resistance required for repetitive production drilling. Machinists, tool-and-die makers, and fixture builders are the primary installers of this component.

This bushing is suited for use in drill jigs, production fixtures, and machine shop tooling where a permanent, non-renewable guide bushing is acceptable. The headless press fit design is common in high-volume manufacturing environments where flush mounting is required and the bushing is not intended to be removed and replaced during normal service. It is appropriate for both bench-mounted and machine-mounted jig plates in light to medium industrial applications.

Key Features

• Press fit installation method - seats permanently into the jig plate bore without a flange
• Industry code PM - headless, non-renewable bushing configuration
• 8.25-inch inside diameter for accurate tool guidance
• Steel construction provides hardness and wear resistance for repetitive drilling cycles
• Flush outer profile keeps jig surface clear of obstructions

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style replacement or direct-fit component for drill jigs and fixtures requiring a PM-code press fit headless drill bushing with an 8.25-inch inside diameter.

Installation Notes

Installation is typically performed by a machinist or tool-and-die maker using an arbor press or hydraulic press to seat the bushing flush into a prepared bore. Ensure the mating bore in the jig plate is machined to the appropriate interference-fit tolerance before pressing. Do not hammer the bushing directly, as uneven force can cause misalignment or distortion of the bore. Once pressed in, this bushing is not designed for removal and reuse.