Boneham AM00000704 Press Fit Headless Drill Bushing Pm

Product Description

The BONEHAM AM00000704 is a press fit headless drill bushing manufactured to PM industry code standards. It is used to guide drill bits and cutting tools with precision during machining and fabrication operations. Made from steel, this bushing is pressed directly into a jig plate without a head flange, keeping the top surface flush. The inside diameter measures 8.3 inches, the body outside diameter is approximately 0.591 inches (15.00 mm), and the overall length is approximately 0.984 inches (25.00 mm). Machinists, toolmakers, and precision fabricators install this bushing as a fixed, non-renewable guide in drill jig assemblies.

This bushing is suited for production drilling applications where a permanent, flush-mount guide is required. The headless design is preferred when clearance above the jig plate is limited or when a clean, snag-free surface is needed. It is appropriate for use in metal fabrication shops, tool rooms, and manufacturing environments handling repetitive hole-location tasks across steel, aluminum, and other structural materials. The steel construction provides the durability needed in high-cycle drilling operations.

Key Features

• Press fit installation method - no fasteners or locking rings required
• Headless design provides a flush, low-profile surface mount
• Steel construction for durability in production drilling environments
• PM industry code classification for standardized jig bushing compatibility
• Inside diameter of 8.3 inches for precise drill guidance
• Non-renewable fixed bushing - designed for permanent installation

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style replacement or direct installation component for drill jig assemblies requiring a PM-code press fit headless bushing with an 8.3-inch inside diameter.

Installation Notes

Installation is performed by toolmakers or machinists using a press or arbor press to seat the bushing flush into the jig plate bore. Ensure the receiving bore is machined to the correct interference fit tolerance before pressing to avoid bushing distortion. Once pressed into place, this bushing is not designed for removal and reuse. Follow applicable shop standards and jig design specifications for proper bore preparation and press force guidance.