Gibraltar SWPFN10-5BLCZ-G Steel Press Fit Ball Plunger

Product Description

The GIBRALTAR SWPFN10-5BLCZ-G is a press fit ball plunger designed for positioning, indexing, and light detent applications in mechanical assemblies. The steel body measures 0.312 inches in diameter and 0.0643 inches in length with a flanged design that seats flush into a bored hole without threading. A nylon ball extends to a maximum reach of 0.09 inches and delivers 2 pounds of initial end force and 5 pounds of final end force. The black finish provides a clean appearance and light corrosion resistance. Machinists, toolmakers, and maintenance technicians install these in fixtures, jigs, enclosures, and OEM equipment.

This ball plunger is suited for use in manufacturing fixtures, machine tool components, sheet metal enclosures, and similar assemblies where repeatable detent or positioning action is required without a threaded body. The flanged design simplifies installation into through-bored holes and prevents the plunger from being pushed fully through the mounting surface. The nylon ball reduces marring on mating surfaces, making it appropriate for applications where contact damage to softer materials is a concern.

Key Features

• Press fit body eliminates need for tapped threads in the mounting surface
• Flanged head seats flush and prevents push-through during installation
• Nylon ball reduces surface marring on mating components
• 2-pound initial force and 5-pound final force provide consistent, light detent action
• Black finish for corrosion resistance and clean appearance
• Compact profile at 0.0643 inches body length suits tight-clearance assemblies

Compatibility

Designed as a standard press fit ball plunger for mechanical fixtures, jigs, enclosures, and OEM equipment requiring a flanged, non-threaded detent or positioning element.

Installation Notes

Installation is performed by pressing the plunger body into a precision-bored hole sized to the 0.312-inch body diameter using an arbor press or similar controlled-force tool. Verify bore diameter and depth match the body and flange dimensions before pressing to avoid damage to the flange or mounting surface. No threading or adhesive is required for standard press fit applications. Always de-energize and lock out any associated equipment before servicing assemblies that contain these components.