Gibraltar SSWN10-8SL-G Threaded Spring Plunger 1/2-13

Product Description

The GIBRALTAR SSWN10-8SL-G is a stubby threaded spring plunger designed for indexing, positioning, and light-duty locking applications in mechanical assemblies. The body is stainless steel with a 3/4-inch body length and a maximum plunger diameter of 0.248 inches. The nylon nose delivers a 1.75-pound initial end force and a 5.5-pound final end force, making it suitable for controlled-force positioning tasks. At 0.05 pounds, this is a compact, lightweight hardware component installed by machinists, tool-and-die technicians, and mechanical assembly professionals in industrial and light manufacturing environments.

This spring plunger threads into a tapped 1/2-13 hole with a 3/4-inch thread length, providing a flush or near-flush mount with a 0.151-inch plunger projection at full travel. The stubby plunger length type keeps the installed profile low, which is useful in confined assemblies where standard-length plungers would protrude excessively. The nylon nose protects mating surfaces from marking or galling, making this a practical choice for positioning fixtures, jigs, and tooling plates where surface finish on the workpiece or mating component must be preserved.

Key Features

• Stainless steel body resists corrosion in coolant-exposed or washdown environments
• Nylon nose prevents galling or marring on mating surfaces
• 1.75-pound initial end force and 5.5-pound final end force for controlled detent feel
• Stubby plunger length type for low-profile installation in tight assemblies
• No locking element — threads freely into tapped hole for straightforward installation and adjustment
• 0.151-inch plunger projection at full travel for compact actuation range

Compatibility

Designed as a standard threaded spring plunger for installation into any tapped 1/2-13 hole requiring a stubby stainless steel body spring plunger with a nylon nose.

Installation Notes

Installation requires a properly tapped 1/2-13 hole in the mating component. Thread the plunger in by hand first, then use an appropriate hex key or spanner tool to achieve the desired seating depth. Ensure the bore is clean and free of chips or debris before threading in. Verify plunger projection and end force requirements before finalizing installed depth, as seating depth affects the effective end force applied.