Value Collection 70005 Precision Dowel Pin 3x16mm Grade 8

Product Description

The VALUE COLLECTION 70005 is a precision dowel pin manufactured from alloy steel to Grade 8 material standards, sized at 3 mm diameter by 16 mm overall length. It features a bright, uncoated finish and rounded end type, making it suited for tight-tolerance alignment and locating applications in mechanical assemblies. Conforming to DIN 6325 and ISO 8734 fastener standards, this pin is designed for consistent dimensional accuracy across production and maintenance environments. Machinists, tool and die makers, and maintenance technicians rely on this type of hardened dowel pin to maintain precise alignment between mated components and fixtures.

Precision dowel pins of this type are used in machining, tooling, fixture building, and general mechanical assembly where accurate part location is required. The 3 mm by 16 mm size is common in light-duty jigs, dies, and equipment frames in both industrial and commercial settings. Each package contains 50 pins, making this suitable for production line stocking or bench-level maintenance operations. These pins are installed in reamed or precision-drilled holes and are not intended for through-bolt or threaded fastener applications.

Key Features

• Alloy steel construction with Grade 8 material rating for hardness and load resistance
• 3 mm diameter by 16 mm overall length for compact, tight-tolerance locating work
• Rounded end type for guided entry into reamed holes without chamfer preparation
• Bright, uncoated finish — no coating thickness to account for in tolerance stacks
• Conforms to DIN 6325 and ISO 8734 international fastener standards
• Sold in packs of 50 for bench or production stocking

Compatibility

Designed as a standard-geometry precision locating pin for use in reamed or precision-drilled holes conforming to DIN 6325 and ISO 8734 dimensional tolerances in mechanical assemblies, fixtures, and tooling.

Installation Notes

Precision dowel pins are typically installed by machinists or maintenance mechanics using an arbor press or soft-faced mallet into holes that have been reamed to the appropriate interference or transition fit. Always verify hole diameter and surface finish against the applicable DIN or ISO tolerance specification before pressing a pin. Never hammer a dowel pin directly with a steel-faced hammer, as this can damage the pin end or distort the hole. Disassembly should be performed with a pin punch and press to avoid bore damage.