Vlier MPRTL6P Locking Knob Plunger M6x1.0 13mm Thread

Product Description

The VLIER MPRTL6P is a locking knob handle plunger with an M6x1.0 threaded body and a 13mm thread length. It features a Delrin knob and an integrated locking element that holds the plunger in the retracted position until manually released. The plunger delivers an initial end force of 0.11 pounds and a final end force of 0.34 pounds, making it suitable for light-duty indexing, positioning, and retention applications in mechanical assemblies. The body measures 0.63 inches in length with a maximum plunger diameter of 0.118 inches. This type of spring plunger is typically installed by mechanical assemblers and maintenance technicians working on fixtures, jigs, enclosures, and precision positioning equipment.

The MPRTL6P is used in applications where repeatable positioning or panel retention is required and where the operator needs to lock the plunger in the disengaged position before making adjustments. Common install scenarios include machine tool fixtures, enclosure latching, and assembly line positioning jigs. The Delrin knob provides a non-marring, lightweight handle that is easy to operate by hand without tools. This plunger is suited for both light industrial and instrumentation environments where low actuation force and manual locking are priorities.

Key Features

• Locking element holds plunger retracted until manually released
• Delrin knob provides lightweight, non-marring manual operation
• M6x1.0 thread with 13mm thread length for standard metric mounting
• Low end force range: 0.11 pounds initial to 0.34 pounds final
• Compact body length of 0.63 inches for space-constrained assemblies
• Maximum plunger diameter of 0.118 inches for fine-pitch indexing applications

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style replacement or direct-fit component for mechanical assemblies, fixtures, and enclosures requiring an M6x1.0 threaded locking knob plunger with light end force.

Installation Notes

Installation is typically performed by a mechanical technician or assembler. Disengage or power down any moving equipment before installing or replacing spring plungers in active fixtures. Thread the plunger into a pre-tapped M6x1.0 hole and tighten to the assembly specification using the 0.236-inch hex on the body. Avoid over-torquing the Delrin knob or plunger body, as plastic components can crack under excessive force.