Gibraltar SWN10-22B-G Threaded Ball Plunger 8-36

Product Description

The GIBRALTAR SWN10-22B-G is a threaded ball plunger designed for light-duty positioning, indexing, and detent applications in mechanical assemblies. The plunger features a zinc-plated steel body paired with a nylon ball, offering corrosion resistance and a low-friction contact surface suitable for use against softer mating materials. The 8-36 thread size, compact 0.344-inch body length, and 0.094-inch ball diameter make this a precision-fit component for tight-clearance installations. Initial end force is 0.5 pounds and final end force is 1.25 pounds, providing a consistent, repeatable detent feel without aggressive engagement force. Machinists, tool-and-die technicians, and mechanical assembly professionals are the primary installers.

This ball plunger is suited for use in jigs, fixtures, tooling plates, machine slides, and panel assemblies where a small, reliable detent or locating function is needed. The nylon ball reduces the risk of marring or scratching softer mating surfaces such as aluminum, plastic, or coated steel. The 8-36 thread allows installation into tapped holes in thin or small components where larger thread sizes are not practical. It is sold and shipped as a single unit.

Key Features

• 8-36 thread size for installation in small or thin tapped components
• Nylon ball contact surface reduces marring on soft mating materials
• Zinc-plated steel body provides corrosion resistance in light industrial environments
• 0.5 pound initial end force and 1.25 pound final end force for consistent detent engagement
• 0.025 inch maximum ball reach for controlled, low-profile indexing travel
• Compact 0.344 inch body length fits tight-clearance installations

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style threaded ball plunger for use in mechanical assemblies, jigs, fixtures, and tooling applications requiring an 8-36 threaded detent or positioning element.

Installation Notes

Installation requires a properly tapped 8-36 threaded hole in the mating component. Use an appropriately sized hex key or driver matched to the plunger drive feature and avoid over-torquing, which can deform the small-diameter thread or body. Ensure the mating surface travel path is clean and free of debris before final assembly. Thread-locking compound is not typically required for standard detent applications but may be used if vibration is a concern in the operating environment.