Gibraltar SWN10-6SL-PT-G Threaded Spring Plunger 3/8-16

Product Description

The GIBRALTAR SWN10-6SL-PT-G is a stubby threaded spring plunger designed for positioning, locating, and light-duty indexing applications in mechanical assemblies. The body is steel construction with a 3/8-16 thread and a body length of 0.625 inches. The nylon nose projects 0.11 inches and delivers an initial end force of 1.5 pounds, ramping to a final end force of 5 pounds at full compression. A built-in locking element secures the plunger in the threaded bore once installed, preventing rotation or backing out during operation. This part is installed by machinists, maintenance technicians, and mechanical assemblers working with jigs, fixtures, tooling plates, and production machinery.

This spring plunger suits applications where a compact, low-profile plunger is required in tight clearance conditions. The stubby body length keeps the installed profile minimal, making it appropriate for thin panels, close-tolerance fixture plates, and assemblies where a standard-length plunger body will not fit. The locking element design is preferred in high-vibration environments where an unlocked plunger would shift over time. Typical install scenarios include detent positioning on sliding components, soft-stop indexing, and ball-detent-style retention where a nylon nose is needed to protect mating surfaces from scoring.

Key Features

• Stubby body profile at 0.625 inches body length for tight-clearance installations
• 3/8-16 threaded body installs directly into a tapped bore
• Nylon nose protects mating surfaces and reduces wear on contact points
• 1.5 pound initial end force and 5 pound final end force for light-duty indexing
• Steel body construction for durability in mechanical and industrial environments
• Integrated locking element prevents backing out under vibration

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style replacement or direct-fit component for mechanical fixtures, tooling plates, and production machinery that accept a 3/8-16 threaded spring plunger with a stubby body profile.

Installation Notes

Installation is performed by a machinist or mechanical technician using a standard hex wrench or spanner tool sized for the body flats. The mating bore must be tapped to 3/8-16 and should be clean and free of debris before installation. Power down and de-energize any machinery before servicing plunger locations on live equipment. Avoid over-torquing the body, as excessive torque can deform the locking element or damage the threaded bore.