Boneham P1616DJ Press Fit Headless Drill Bushing Steel

Product Description

The BONEHAM P1616DJ is a press fit headless drill bushing manufactured from steel and designed to guide cutting tools with precision in jig and fixture applications. Assigned industry code P, this bushing features a 7/64 inch inside diameter, a 1/4 inch body outside diameter, and a 1 inch overall length. The hardened steel body is rated at 60 to 65 HRC, providing wear resistance under repeated drilling cycles. The headless design allows the bushing to sit flush within a jig plate, and the press fit installation method locks it permanently in position without additional hardware. Machinists, toolmakers, and production floor technicians install this component in drill jigs for consistent hole location and diameter control.

This bushing is suited for use in drill jig fixtures where a permanent, non-renewable bushing is required. The counterbored feature accommodates standard jig plate configurations, and the ANSI-compliant dimensions ensure dimensional interchangeability with other ANSI-standard tooling components. The 7/64 inch bore is appropriate for guiding small-diameter drills in light- to medium-duty production or prototype fixturing work. It is commonly installed in metal fabrication, aerospace, and general manufacturing environments where repeatable hole placement is critical.

Key Features

• Press fit installation method secures the bushing permanently in the jig plate
• Headless design allows flush mounting within the fixture surface
• Hardness of 60 to 65 HRC provides long-term wear resistance
• Counterbored construction compatible with standard jig plate setups
• Meets ANSI standards for dimensional interchangeability
• Non-renewable fixed bushing for permanent fixture applications

Compatibility

Designed as an ANSI-standard press fit headless drill bushing with industry code P, compatible with jig plates and fixtures built to ANSI drill bushing specifications.

Installation Notes

Installation is performed by qualified toolmakers or machinists using an arbor press or similar pressing equipment to seat the bushing flush within the prepared jig plate bore. The receiving hole in the jig plate must be machined to the appropriate tolerance for a press fit to ensure secure retention and accurate bushing alignment. Do not strike the bushing directly with a hammer, as this may damage the bore or distort the outside diameter. Once pressed in, this bushing is not designed for removal or replacement.