Gibraltar SSW10-8SL-G Threaded Spring Plunger 1/2-13 Ss

Product Description

The GIBRALTAR SSW10-8SL-G is a stubby threaded spring plunger designed for indexing, positioning, and light-duty latching applications in mechanical assemblies. The stainless steel body and nose provide corrosion resistance in environments where moisture, cleaning agents, or dissimilar-metal concerns are a factor. The plunger carries a 1/2-13 thread with a body and thread length of 0.75 inches, a maximum plunger diameter of 0.248 inches, and a projection of 0.151 inches. Initial end force is 1.75 pounds and final end force is 5.5 pounds. Machinists, toolmakers, and mechanical assemblers install this type of component in jigs, fixtures, enclosures, and production tooling.

The SSW10-8SL-G suits applications requiring a compact, low-profile spring plunger where thread engagement depth is limited. The stubby body length of 0.75 inches makes it appropriate for thin panels, shallow-tapped housings, and space-constrained fixtures. The stainless steel construction suits food processing, washdown, marine, and general industrial environments where carbon steel would corrode. No locking element is present, so the plunger threads directly into a prepared 1/2-13 tapped hole without requiring thread-locking inserts or secondary retention features.

Key Features

• Stubby body configuration with 0.75 inch body length for space-constrained installations
• Stainless steel body and nose for corrosion resistance in washdown and marine environments
• 1/2-13 thread size for direct installation into standard tapped holes
• 1.75 pound initial end force and 5.5 pound final end force for controlled indexing loads
• 0.151 inch plunger projection provides consistent, repeatable positioning engagement
• No locking element — simple thread-in installation, no secondary retention required

Compatibility

Designed for installation into any 1/2-13 tapped hole where a stubby spring plunger is specified. Suitable for use in jigs, fixtures, enclosures, and mechanical assemblies requiring light-load indexing or positioning.

Installation Notes

Installation is performed by a machinist or mechanical assembler using a spanner wrench or appropriate drive tool sized to the plunger body. Ensure the receiving hole is tapped to 1/2-13 and is clean and free of chips before threading the plunger in. Apply thread sealant only if specified by the assembly drawing, as excess sealant can restrict plunger travel. Do not over-torque — consult the assembly specification for the required seating torque, as no torque value is supplied with this part.