Boneham P206EU Press Fit Headless Drill Bushing Steel

Product Description

The BONEHAM P206EU is a Type P press fit headless drill bushing manufactured from hardened steel to guide cutting tools with precision during drilling operations. It features a 5/32-inch inside diameter, a 5/16-inch outside diameter, and an overall length of 3/8 inch. Hardness is rated at 60 to 65 HRC, providing the wear resistance required in repetitive production drilling setups. The inside diameter tolerance is held to +0.0001 to +0.0004 inches, ensuring consistent hole location accuracy. Installation is achieved by pressing the bushing directly into a jig plate without a retaining head or lock collar.

This bushing is suited for use in drill jigs and fixture plates in machining, fabrication, and tooling applications. It is a standard Type P industry bushing conforming to ANSI specifications, making it appropriate for production environments where hole-location repeatability is critical. Machinists, toolmakers, and fixture builders install this style of bushing in both light manufacturing and precision machine shops.

Key Features

• Press fit installation - no head or collar required for a low-profile, flush-mount setup
• 5/32-inch inside diameter with +0.0001 to +0.0004-inch tolerance for tight, repeatable drill guidance
• 60 to 65 HRC hardness rating for long service life in high-cycle drilling applications
• Headless design minimizes clearance requirements above the jig plate surface
• Conforms to ANSI standards for Type P drill bushings
• Non-renewable (permanent) installation type - not intended for field replacement during production runs

Compatibility

Designed as an ANSI-standard Type P press fit replacement or new-installation drill bushing for jig plates and fixture tooling requiring a 5/16-inch body outside diameter and 5/32-inch bore.

Installation Notes

Installation is performed by toolmakers or machinists using an arbor press to drive the bushing flush into a properly reamed jig-plate hole. The receiving hole in the fixture plate must be sized to match the 5/16-inch outside diameter within the press fit tolerance range to achieve secure retention. Do not use a hammer directly on the bushing face, as this can damage the bore or alter alignment. Verify bore cleanliness and surface condition before pressing the bushing into place.