Value Collection 261280PR Pull Out Dowel Pin 3/8x2.5in Grade 8

Product Description

The VALUE COLLECTION 261280PR is a standard pull out dowel pin manufactured from Grade 8 alloy steel. It measures 3/8 inch in diameter and 2.5 inches in overall length. One end is rounded and the opposite end is threaded to accept a pull out tool, allowing controlled removal from blind holes without damage to the mating component. This pin meets ASME B18.8.2 dimensional standards. It is used in precision alignment and locating applications across industrial, tooling, and mechanical assembly work. Machinists, tool and die makers, and maintenance technicians are the primary installers of this fastener type.

Pull out dowel pins are specified when blind-hole installations require a reliable extraction method. The threaded end accepts a standard pull out jack or slide hammer adapter, making removal straightforward in tight assemblies where press-fit pins would otherwise be difficult to drive out. This pin is suited for jigs, fixtures, dies, and machine components where repeated disassembly cycles are expected. The 3/8 inch diameter and 2.5 inch length cover a wide range of medium-duty alignment tasks in both production and maintenance environments.

Key Features

• Grade 8 alloy steel construction for high shear strength in demanding alignment applications
• Threaded end design allows pull out tool extraction from blind holes
• Rounded end for guided insertion into close-tolerance bored holes
• Diameter tolerance of 0.0002 inches supports tight, repeatable location accuracy
• Meets ASME B18.8.2 fastener standard for dimensional conformance
• 0.08 pounds per pin — lightweight for its size, minimizing assembly mass impact

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style replacement or direct-specification pull out dowel pin for jigs, fixtures, dies, and precision machine components requiring ASME B18.8.2 compliant 3/8 inch diameter locating pins with blind-hole extraction capability.

Installation Notes

Installation and removal should be performed by a machinist or qualified maintenance technician using appropriate press equipment or a pull out jack sized for the threaded end of this pin. Ensure the receiving hole is bored to the correct diameter and finish before pressing the pin to seat depth. De-energize and lock out all power sources on the machine or assembly before performing any pin installation or extraction work. Do not apply lateral loads to the threaded extraction end during installation, as this can compromise thread integrity.