Boneham H268GF Press Fit Headed Drill Bushing Steel

Product Description

The BONEHAM H268GF is a Type H press fit headed drill bushing used to guide drill bits with precision in jig and fixture applications. It is made from steel and features an inside diameter of 0.204 inches, a body outside diameter of 13/32 inches, and a length under head of 1/2 inch. The head outside diameter measures 1/2 inch and the head height is 5/32 inch. This is a permanent, non-renewable bushing installed by press fit — no additional locking hardware is required. Machinists, tool-and-die makers, and production drilling operators rely on this bushing to maintain hole location accuracy across repeated drilling cycles.

The H268GF is suited for use in drill jigs and fixtures on the production floor or in job shop environments. Its Type H designation follows the Jig Bushing Industry standard coding. The press fit design makes it appropriate for applications where the bushing position is fixed and the bushing is not expected to be removed and replaced during normal service. The inside diameter tolerance of plus 0.0001 to plus 0.0004 inches ensures consistent drill guidance with minimal runout.

Key Features

• Press fit installation — no retaining ring or lock required
• Type H headed design retains axial position against the jig plate surface
• Inside diameter tolerance of plus 0.0001 to plus 0.0004 inches for precise drill guidance
• Inside diameter matches wire gauge #6 (0.2040 inches decimal)
• Steel construction for durability in production drilling applications
• Non-renewable bushing — intended as a permanent installation

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style replacement or new-installation bushing for drill jigs and fixtures requiring a Type H press fit headed bushing with a 0.204 inch inside diameter and 13/32 inch body outside diameter per jig bushing industry standards.

Installation Notes

Installation is performed by a machinist or tool-and-die maker using an arbor press or similar press equipment. The receiving hole in the jig plate must be machined to the appropriate interference fit tolerance before pressing in the bushing. Do not hammer the bushing in freehand, as this can damage the head or distort the inside diameter. Once pressed in, this bushing is not designed for removal and reinstallation.