Gibraltar Z1214 Flat Vent Pull Out Dowel Pin 3/8x3 in

Product Description

The GIBRALTAR Z1214 is a flat vent pull out dowel pin used for alignment and positioning in machined assemblies. It measures 3/8 inch in diameter and 3 inches in overall length, manufactured from case-hardened steel to Grade C-1215. The case hardening process increases surface wear resistance while maintaining a tough core, making it suitable for applications that require repeated insertion and removal. One end is beveled for easy starting, and the opposite end is threaded to allow pull-out removal without damaging the mating bore. Machinists, millwrights, and maintenance technicians typically install and remove this type of pin during fixture setup, tooling alignment, and precision component assembly.

This dowel pin is suited for use in metal fabrication shops, manufacturing facilities, and maintenance environments where precision alignment of components is required. The flat vent groove along the pin body allows air and fluid to escape as the pin is pressed or seated, preventing hydraulic lock in blind holes. It is appropriate for use in jigs, fixtures, dies, and machine components where tight-tolerance alignment is critical.

Key Features

• Flat vent groove prevents hydraulic lock in blind-hole applications
• One beveled end for guided, damage-free insertion
• One threaded end for pull-out removal without bore damage
• Case-hardened C-1215 steel provides surface wear resistance with a tough core
• Diameter tolerance held to 0.0001 to 0.0003 inches for precision fit

Compatibility

Designed as a standard-dimension flat vent pull out dowel pin for use in jigs, fixtures, dies, and machined components requiring 3/8 inch diameter precision alignment pins in blind or through-hole configurations.

Installation Notes

Installation and removal should be performed by a qualified machinist or maintenance technician using appropriate press or pull-out tooling. Ensure the mating bore is clean and free of debris before seating the pin. Use the threaded end with a proper extraction tool for removal to avoid bore damage. Never drive the pin with a hammer against the threaded end.