Gibraltar SSWN10-6B-G Threaded Ball Plunger 3/8-16

Product Description

The GIBRALTAR SSWN10-6B-G is a threaded ball plunger designed for indexing, positioning, and light detent applications in mechanical assemblies. It features a stainless steel body with a 3/8-16 thread and a nylon ball measuring 0.188 inches in diameter. The body length is 0.625 inches with a maximum ball reach of 0.048 inches. Initial end force is 5 pounds and final end force is 10 pounds, making it suitable for low-force positioning tasks. This plunger installs into threaded holes in fixtures, jigs, tooling plates, and machinery components. It is commonly specified by mechanical assemblers, maintenance technicians, and industrial equipment builders.

This ball plunger is used in light-duty positioning and detent applications across industrial, commercial, and trade equipment settings. The nylon ball provides non-marring contact, making it appropriate for use against finished surfaces, soft metals, or plastic components. Typical installations include tooling fixtures, drawer or panel retention systems, and equipment positioning guides where repeatable, low-force indexing is needed. The 3/8-16 thread allows installation into standard tapped holes without special tooling.

Key Features

• Stainless steel body resists corrosion in wet or chemically exposed environments
• Nylon ball provides non-marring contact against finished or soft surfaces
• 3/8-16 thread fits standard tapped holes for straightforward installation
• 5 pound initial end force and 10 pound final end force for light-duty detent applications
• Maximum ball reach of 0.048 inches suits shallow detent groove designs
• No locking element allows removal and repositioning without thread damage

Compatibility

Designed as a standard threaded ball plunger replacement or new installation for any application requiring a 3/8-16 threaded body with a 0.625 inch body length and nylon ball contact.

Installation Notes

Installation requires a properly tapped 3/8-16 threaded hole in the mating component. De-energize or lock out any machinery before installing or replacing plungers in active equipment. Use a hex wrench or appropriate driver on the body hex feature to thread the plunger in to the desired depth. Avoid overtightening, as this can deform the nylon ball or restrict ball travel.