Vlier DSBML6 Threaded Ball Plunger M6 X 1

Product Description

The VLIER DSBML6 is a threaded ball plunger designed for indexing, positioning, and light detent applications in mechanical assemblies. The body is constructed from stainless steel and uses a nylon ball with a diameter of 0.138 inches and a maximum ball reach of 0.039 inches. The M6 x 1 thread allows direct installation into tapped holes in machine components, fixtures, and tooling. Initial end force is 0.45 pounds and final end force is 1.35 pounds, making this unit suited for light-load positioning tasks. Body length is 0.551 inches. Machinists, tool builders, and maintenance technicians working with precision assemblies typically install this type of component.

The DSBML6 is used in tooling fixtures, jigs, and mechanical devices where repeatable part positioning or soft detent action is required. The nylon ball reduces the risk of marring or scratching delicate mating surfaces, making it appropriate for applications where metal-to-metal contact is undesirable. The stainless steel body provides corrosion resistance in light industrial and wet environments. This plunger ships as a single unit and is suited for low-force detent applications in both OEM production and field maintenance scenarios.

Key Features

• M6 x 1 threaded body for direct installation into standard tapped holes
• Stainless steel body construction for corrosion resistance
• Nylon ball minimizes surface marring on mating components
• 0.138-inch ball diameter with 0.039-inch maximum ball reach
• 0.45-pound initial end force and 1.35-pound final end force for light-load detent applications
• Purple color code for quick field identification

Compatibility

Designed as a standard M6 x 1 threaded ball plunger suitable for use in tooling fixtures, jigs, mechanical assemblies, and any application requiring a tapped M6 receiving hole.

Installation Notes

Install using a hex key or appropriate driver into a pre-tapped M6 x 1 hole. Ensure the mating bore is clean and free of debris before threading in the plunger. Do not overtighten, as excessive torque can damage the nylon ball or distort the plunger body. Verify ball travel and detent force meet application requirements before placing the assembly into service.