{"product_id":"gibraltar-swpfn10-3b-g-steel-press-fit-ball-plunger","title":"Gibraltar SWPFN10-3B-G Steel Press Fit Ball Plunger","description":"\u003ch3\u003eProduct Description\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe GIBRALTAR SWPFN10-3B-G is a press fit ball plunger designed for use in positioning, indexing, and light detent applications across mechanical assemblies and fixtures. The body is constructed from steel with a black finish, measuring 0.188 inches in diameter and 0.394 inches in length. The nylon ball measures 0.156 inches in diameter with a maximum reach of 0.058 inches. An initial end force of 2 pounds and a final end force of 5 pounds provide consistent, repeatable detent action. The flanged body seats flush and securely into a drilled or reamed hole without threading or adhesive. Machinists, tool and die makers, and mechanical assembly technicians are the primary installers of this component.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis ball plunger is suited for use in jigs, fixtures, machine tool components, and light industrial assemblies where a low-profile, press-in detent or positioning element is required. The flanged design provides a positive stop during installation, preventing over-press into the host material. With a flange diameter of 0.25 inches and a flange thickness of 0.04 inches, the part seats cleanly in applications with tight clearance requirements. It is appropriate for both prototype and production environments where repeatable tactile feedback or part registration is needed.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteel body construction with black finish for corrosion resistance in typical shop environments\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNylon ball provides smooth, low-friction detent action without marring mating surfaces\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlanged design ensures positive seating depth and prevents over-insertion during press fit installation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2-pound initial force and 5-pound final force deliver consistent, predictable engagement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompact 0.188-inch body diameter fits tight-tolerance drilled holes in fixtures and assemblies\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNo locking element required — retention is achieved through press fit interference with the host bore\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch4\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eDesigned as a press fit ball plunger for use in standard drilled or reamed bores requiring a 0.188-inch body diameter detent element in mechanical fixtures, jigs, and light industrial assemblies.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eInstallation Notes\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eInstallation is performed by pressing the plunger body into a precisely sized bore using a hand press or arbor press — ensure the bore diameter matches the body diameter for proper interference fit. The flange face should seat flush against the host material surface at full press depth. Do not hammer directly on the ball or nylon components, as impact may damage the detent mechanism. Verify force requirements and clearances against assembly specifications before installation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBody Diameter\u003c\/strong\u003e: 0.188 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBody Length\u003c\/strong\u003e: 0.394 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBall Diameter\u003c\/strong\u003e: 0.156 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaximum Ball Reach\u003c\/strong\u003e: 0.058 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInitial End Force\u003c\/strong\u003e: 2 pounds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinal End Force\u003c\/strong\u003e: 5 pounds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlange Diameter\u003c\/strong\u003e: 0.25 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlange Thickness\u003c\/strong\u003e: 0.04 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLength Under Flange\u003c\/strong\u003e: 0.394 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBody Material\u003c\/strong\u003e: Steel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBall Material\u003c\/strong\u003e: Nylon\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinish\u003c\/strong\u003e: Black\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlange\u003c\/strong\u003e: Yes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLocking Element\u003c\/strong\u003e: No\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e: 0.02 pounds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch4\u003eStandard Information\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand\u003c\/strong\u003e: GIBRALTAR\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eManufacturer Part Number\u003c\/strong\u003e: SWPFN10-3B-G\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"GIBRALTAR","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51695323447602,"sku":"SWPFN10-3B-G","price":14.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0270\/4519\/9983\/files\/4c5fc708bed019e928a212b6bdd59ca8_40519674-a005-4ef5-acc9-59d93e525b1a.jpg?v=1788333894","url":"https:\/\/voomisupply.com\/products\/gibraltar-swpfn10-3b-g-steel-press-fit-ball-plunger","provider":"Voomi Supply","version":"1.0","type":"link"}