Value Collection DP7X12040M6-010 Precision Dowel Pin 10pk

Product Description

The VALUE COLLECTION DP7X12040M6-010 is a precision dowel pin machined from Grade 303 stainless steel, supplied in a pack of 10. With a nominal diameter of 12 mm and an overall length of 40 mm, this pin is engineered for accurate alignment and locating work in jigs, fixtures, molds, and machine assemblies. One end is beveled for guided entry into bored holes, and one end is rounded. The pin is unhardened, making it suited to applications where press-fit alignment is the priority rather than high-load shear resistance. Machinists, toolmakers, and maintenance technicians typically install these in production and repair environments.

Precision dowel pins of this type are used in industrial and manufacturing settings where repeatable part alignment is critical. Common applications include fixture plates, die sets, mold bases, and general machine assembly where tight positional tolerances must be maintained. The Grade 303 stainless steel construction offers good corrosion resistance, making this pin appropriate for food-adjacent, wet, or moderately corrosive environments as well as standard shop conditions.

Key Features

• 12 mm nominal diameter with a diameter tolerance of 0.0070 to 0.0180 mm for precise hole fitment
• 40 mm overall length suitable for medium-depth locating applications
• Grade 303 stainless steel construction provides corrosion resistance in wet or demanding environments
• One beveled end and one rounded end for controlled, guided installation
• Unhardened construction — compatible with standard reaming and pressing operations
• Sold in a pack of 10 for bench stock and production use

Compatibility

Designed as a standard precision dowel pin for use in fixture plates, die sets, mold bases, and general machine assemblies requiring 12 mm locating pin bores.

Installation Notes

Precision dowel pins are installed by machinists and toolmakers using an arbor press or manual press — never drive with a hammer, as this risks galling the bore or bending the pin. The mating hole should be finish-reamed to the appropriate H7 or similar tolerance class before installation. Ensure all machinery is de-energized and the workpiece is secured before pressing the pin into position. Remove any burrs or debris from the bore prior to installation to maintain specified tolerances.