Gibraltar SSWN10-8B-G Threaded Ball Plunger 1/2-13

Product Description

The GIBRALTAR SSWN10-8B-G is a threaded ball plunger designed for indexing, positioning, and light-duty detent applications in mechanical assemblies. It features a stainless steel body with a 1/2-13 thread size and a nylon ball measuring 0.281 inches in diameter. The body length is 0.75 inches with a maximum ball reach of 0.072 inches. Initial end force is 6 pounds and final end force is 12 pounds, providing consistent spring-loaded resistance suited to repetitive positioning tasks. This plunger ships individually and is commonly installed by machinists, millwrights, and maintenance technicians working on fixtures, jigs, and mechanical assemblies.

The SSWN10-8B-G is suited for use in light industrial and commercial mechanical applications where a spring-loaded detent or positioning point is required. The stainless steel body offers corrosion resistance in washdown or moisture-exposed environments, while the nylon ball reduces the risk of marring mating surfaces. Typical install scenarios include fixture plates, sliding mechanisms, and tooling assemblies where repeatable positioning is needed without a locking element.

Key Features

• 1/2-13 thread size for standard tapped-hole installation
• Stainless steel body provides corrosion resistance in damp or washdown environments
• Nylon ball minimizes surface marring on mating components
• 6 pound initial end force and 12 pound final end force for consistent detent resistance
• Maximum ball reach of 0.072 inches suits shallow detent groove applications
• No locking element — standard spring-loaded design for easy removal and reinstallation

Compatibility

Designed as a standard threaded ball plunger replacement or new installation for mechanical fixtures, jigs, and assemblies requiring a 1/2-13 threaded detent or positioning component.

Installation Notes

Installation requires a tapped 1/2-13 hole in the mating component. De-energize and lock out any powered equipment before servicing assemblies that contain this plunger. Use appropriate thread engagement depth to ensure the ball extends and retracts freely without bottoming out the body. Do not overtighten, as this can restrict ball movement or damage the nylon ball.