Gibraltar SSWN10-2ASL-G Threaded Spring Plunger 8-32

Product Description

The GIBRALTAR SSWN10-2ASL-G is a stubby threaded spring plunger designed for light-duty positioning, indexing, and detent applications in mechanical assemblies. It features an 8-32 thread size with a body and thread length of 0.437 inches and a maximum plunger diameter of 0.070 inches. The plunger projects 0.052 inches at full travel. Initial end force is 0.5 pounds and final end force is 1.5 pounds, making it suited for applications requiring repeatable, low-force engagement. The stainless steel body resists corrosion, while the nylon nose reduces wear on mating surfaces. This plunger installs without a locking element, relying on thread engagement alone for retention.

This spring plunger is used in precision mechanical assemblies where a compact, stubby profile is required. Typical applications include jig and fixture work, panel positioning, tooling plates, and light-duty machine components where space constraints prevent the use of standard-length plungers. The 8-32 thread makes it compatible with common tapped holes in steel, aluminum, and plastic housings. Machinists, tool and die technicians, and mechanical assembly professionals commonly specify this type of hardware in production and maintenance environments.

Key Features

• Stubby plunger length type for space-constrained installations
• Stainless steel body for corrosion resistance in demanding environments
• Nylon nose material reduces wear on contact surfaces
• 0.5 lb initial end force and 1.5 lb final end force for light-duty detent applications
• No locking element — thread engagement provides retention
• 8-32 thread size fits standard tapped holes in a wide range of materials

Compatibility

Designed as a direct-install threaded spring plunger for any application with a standard 8-32 tapped hole requiring a stubby-profile, low-force positioning or detent function.

Installation Notes

Install using a standard hex key or spanner tool sized for the plunger body. Ensure the mating tapped hole is clean and free of debris before threading in the plunger. Do not overtighten, as excessive torque can damage the nylon nose or distort the spring mechanism. Power down or de-energize any equipment before servicing assemblies that incorporate spring plungers in live tooling or automated fixtures.