Gibraltar MSW10-5B-G Threaded Ball Plunger M8 X 1.25

Product Description

The GIBRALTAR MSW10-5B-G is a threaded ball plunger designed for use in positioning, indexing, and light-duty detent applications across industrial and mechanical assemblies. The unit features an M8 x 1.25 threaded body machined from steel, with a steel ball that protrudes up to 0.059 inches at maximum reach. The ball measures 0.196 inches in diameter and delivers an initial end force of 3.37 pounds, increasing to a final end force of 6.75 pounds under full compression. The body length is 0.63 inches. Machinists, toolmakers, and maintenance technicians install this type of component in fixtures, jigs, slides, and equipment panels where repeatable tactile engagement is required.

This ball plunger is suited for use in manufacturing fixtures, machine tool slides, assembly jigs, and similar industrial hardware applications. The M8 x 1.25 metric thread allows installation into standard tapped holes in steel, aluminum, or other structural materials. The all-steel construction makes it appropriate for environments where plastic-bodied plungers are not adequate. It ships individually and is sold as a single unit.

Key Features

• M8 x 1.25 metric thread for installation in standard tapped bores
• Steel body and steel ball for durability in industrial environments
• Ball diameter of 0.196 inches (5.00 mm)
• Initial end force of 3.37 pounds (15.00 N), final end force of 6.75 pounds (30.00 N)
• Maximum ball reach of 0.059 inches (1.50 mm)
• No locking element, allowing straightforward threaded installation and removal

Compatibility

Designed as a standard metric threaded ball plunger for use in any application requiring an M8 x 1.25 tapped hole, including industrial fixtures, jigs, slides, and mechanical positioning assemblies.

Installation Notes

Installation is performed by threading the plunger into a pre-tapped M8 x 1.25 hole using an appropriate wrench or hex tool on the body flats. Ensure the mating bore is clean and free of debris before installation. Do not overtighten, as excessive torque can damage the ball seat or distort the body. This component does not require power isolation prior to installation but should be installed before final assembly of surrounding mechanical components.