Boneham P266GT Press Fit Headless Drill Bushing Steel

Product Description

The BONEHAM P266GT is a press fit headless drill bushing designed to guide drill bits with precision in jig and fixture applications. Manufactured from steel, this bushing features an inside diameter of 0.228 inches with a tight tolerance of +0.0001 to +0.0004 inches, ensuring accurate hole location and consistent repeatability across production runs. The outside diameter measures 13/32 inches and the overall bushing length is 3/8 inches. The headless profile sits flush with the jig plate surface, making it well suited for applications where clearance above the workpiece is limited. Machinists, toolmakers, and fixture builders install this type of bushing as a fixed, non-renewable guide in drill jigs.

This bushing is used in metalworking and machining environments where a permanent, press-in drill guide is required. Its headless design is common in drill jig plates where multiple bushings must be installed close together or where a protruding head would interfere with the workpiece or clamping hardware. The P-series industry code designation identifies the body dimensions per standard bushing classification, allowing straightforward replacement sourcing in production and toolroom settings.

Key Features

• Press fit installation method for secure, permanent seating in jig plate bores
• Headless design provides a flush profile with no protruding flange
• Inside diameter of 0.228 inches with +0.0001 to +0.0004 inch tolerance for precise drill guidance
• Steel construction for durability in repeated drilling cycles
• Non-renewable fixed bushing — no liner required
• Bushing industry code P for standardized identification and replacement

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style replacement or new-installation press fit headless drill bushing for use in steel drill jig plates requiring a P-series bushing with 0.228 inch inside diameter and 13/32 inch outside diameter.

Installation Notes

Press fit bushings are installed by toolmakers or machinists using an arbor press or hydraulic press — never drive with a hammer, as uneven force can distort the bushing bore or damage the jig plate. The receiving bore in the jig plate must be machined to the correct interference fit diameter before installation. Ensure the jig plate is secured and supported during pressing to prevent deflection. Remove all chips and debris from the bore before pressing the bushing into position.