Boneham CB00001097 Headless Drill Bushing 17/64 Id

Product Description

The BONEHAM CB00001097 is a press fit headless drill bushing designed to guide cutting tools with precision in jig and fixture applications. Built to industry code P, this bushing features a 17/64-inch inside diameter and a 7/16-inch outside diameter body, with an overall length of 1 inch. Constructed from steel, it provides the hardness and wear resistance required for repetitive drilling, reaming, and boring operations. Installation is permanent via press fit, making it suitable for fixed-location tooling setups where the bushing will not be routinely replaced. Machinists, toolmakers, and fixture builders are the primary installers.

This bushing is used in drill jigs, tooling plates, and fixture assemblies across manufacturing, metalworking, and machine shop environments. The headless design sits flush with the jig plate surface, allowing clearance in tight fixture layouts where a flanged head would interfere. It is well suited for production runs requiring consistent hole location accuracy on ferrous and non-ferrous workpieces. The P industry code designation indicates a standard press fit bushing per common tooling standards, simplifying cross-referencing during fixture design and maintenance.

Key Features

• Industry code P press fit headless configuration for permanent installation
• 17/64-inch inside diameter with a tight tolerance of +0.0001 to +0.0005 inches for accurate tool guidance
• 7/16-inch body outside diameter ensures a secure press fit in the jig plate bore
• 1-inch overall length provides sufficient guide depth for stable drill entry
• Steel construction delivers hardness and durability for high-cycle tooling use
• Non-renewable design eliminates bushing movement or rotation during operation

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style replacement or new-build component for drill jigs and tooling fixtures requiring a standard P-code press fit headless drill bushing with a 17/64-inch inside diameter.

Installation Notes

Press fit bushings are installed by toolmakers or machinists using a press or arbor press to seat the bushing flush and square in the prepared bore. The mating bore in the jig plate must be machined to the appropriate interference fit tolerance to achieve a secure, non-rotating installation. Do not drive bushings in with a hammer unsupported, as this can crack the jig plate or distort the bushing bore. Verify inside diameter with a plug gauge after installation to confirm tool clearance has not been compromised.