Gibraltar 10632SS Press Fit Ball Plunger 0.375 in Dia

Product Description

The GIBRALTAR 10632SS is a press fit ball plunger with a stainless steel body and a Delrin ball element. It is designed to provide repeatable positioning, detent action, or light clamping force in mechanical assemblies, fixtures, and tooling applications. The body measures 0.375 inches in diameter and 0.864 inches in length, with an initial end force of 5 pounds and a final end force of 14 pounds. The 0.25-inch Delrin ball extends up to 0.11 inches beyond the body face at maximum reach. Machinists, tool and die makers, and maintenance technicians install this type of hardware in jigs, fixtures, slide mechanisms, and precision assemblies where consistent spring-loaded ball engagement is required.

This ball plunger is suited for use in light industrial and precision mechanical applications. Its press fit installation method makes it compatible with bored holes in metal, plastic, or composite workpieces where a permanent, flush-mounted retention device is needed. The stainless steel body offers corrosion resistance in environments where moisture or mild chemical exposure is a factor. This part is sold individually and is appropriate for both OEM production assembly and field maintenance or repair work.

Key Features

• Stainless steel body provides corrosion resistance in demanding service environments
• Delrin ball element offers low friction and smooth engagement against mating surfaces
• Press fit installation requires no threading or additional fasteners
• Initial end force of 5 pounds and final end force of 14 pounds for defined detent action
• Maximum ball reach of 0.11 inches ensures controlled engagement depth
• No flange and no locking element for a clean, minimal-profile installation

Compatibility

Designed as a press fit ball plunger for use in machined bores in metal, plastic, or composite assemblies requiring spring-loaded ball detent or positioning action.

Installation Notes

Installation is performed by pressing the plunger body into a correctly sized bored hole using a press or appropriate hand tool. Verify bore diameter and depth tolerances before installation to ensure proper retention and ball function. The component should be installed flush with or below the workpiece surface per the design requirement. No threading, adhesive, or locking compound is required for standard press fit retention.