Jergens 26602 Threaded Spring Plunger 8-32 Steel

Product Description

The JERGENS 26602 is a threaded spring plunger designed for indexing, positioning, and light-duty holding applications in mechanical assemblies. The plunger features an 8-32 thread size with a 1/2 inch thread length and a short-body steel construction finished in black. The plunger nose diameter is 0.07 inches with a 3/32 inch projection. Initial end force is 0.5 pounds and final end force is 4 pounds, making it suited for light-load detent and registration functions. Machinists, tool and die makers, and maintenance technicians install this type of hardware in jigs, fixtures, and production tooling.

This spring plunger is used in industrial and manufacturing settings where precise, repeatable positioning of components is required. Typical applications include fixture plates, workholding assemblies, slide stops, and panel alignment. Its compact short-body profile fits in tight clearance situations where a standard-length plunger would not. The steel body and steel nose provide durability under repeated cycling in production environments.

Key Features

• 8-32 thread size with 1/2 inch thread length for easy installation into tapped holes
• Short plunger body length of 1/2 inch for use in tight clearance assemblies
• 0.07 inch nose diameter with 3/32 inch projection for precise detent engagement
• 0.5 lb initial end force and 4 lb final end force for light-load positioning
• Steel body and steel nose with black finish for corrosion resistance and wear durability
• No locking element - straightforward thread-in installation with no secondary locking step

Compatibility

Designed as a standard threaded spring plunger for use in any tapped 8-32 hole in jigs, fixtures, tooling plates, and mechanical assemblies requiring light-duty detent or indexing function.

Installation Notes

Installation requires a properly tapped 8-32 hole. Use a hex key or appropriate driver to thread the plunger into the tapped hole to the desired engagement depth. De-energize or lock out any powered equipment before servicing assemblies that contain spring plungers. Avoid over-torquing the body, which can deform the thread engagement and affect force consistency.