Gibraltar 10106-G Threaded Ball Plunger 1/4-20 Stainless Steel

Product Description

The GIBRALTAR 10106-G is a threaded ball plunger designed for indexing, positioning, and light detent applications in mechanical assemblies. The 1/4-20 threaded body installs into tapped housings and provides controlled spring-loaded ball engagement. The stainless steel body and stainless steel ball deliver corrosion resistance suitable for washdown and outdoor environments. A locking element secures the plunger in place once torqued to position, preventing back-out under vibration. Initial end force is 4 pounds and final end force is 12 pounds, giving a defined engagement feel for precision positioning work.

This ball plunger is used in industrial and mechanical maintenance applications where repeatable part positioning or panel detenting is required. Typical installations include fixture tooling, jig assemblies, access panels, and equipment enclosures. The 1/4-20 thread size makes it compatible with standard tapped holes in aluminum, steel, and plastic housings. Machinists, millwrights, and maintenance technicians commonly specify this style of plunger for low-load indexing tasks where a clean, threadlocked fit is needed.

Key Features

• 1/4-20 threaded body for installation into standard tapped holes
• Stainless steel body and ball for corrosion resistance
• Locking element prevents back-out under vibration
• 4-pound initial end force and 12-pound final end force for defined detent engagement
• 0.125-inch ball diameter with 0.035-inch maximum ball reach
• Compact 0.531-inch body length suits tight-clearance assemblies

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style replacement or aftermarket fit for standard 1/4-20 threaded ball plunger applications in mechanical fixtures, jig assemblies, and equipment enclosures.

Installation Notes

Installation requires a properly tapped 1/4-20 hole in the receiving material. Use a hex key or appropriate driver to torque the plunger body into position; the integrated locking element holds position once set. Ensure the ball engagement path is clear of debris before installing. Degrease threads if applying thread-locking compound in addition to the built-in locking element.