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56 - Spring-Loaded Plungers

56 - Spring-Loaded Plungers

Here's a "quick-access" solution for convenient installation and removal of components, activated with just a short pull. A great solution for limited space applications. Use it as a locator pin in sliding applications or quick-release hinge pin for removable doors or drawers.
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Product Overview
Available Colors
Product Features and Benefits
A relatively short retraction stroke – about 7.1 mm (.28") – and spring-loaded tension ensures positive engagement/disengagement of plunger in very close quarters. Accentuated head styles provide ample grip.

  • Retractable pin design permits simplified positioning of sliding components
  • Hold-open feature enables user to retract plunger and rotate knob 90o to keep pin retracted
  • "Prism" Series plungers enable you to designate specific touch points with color

Available Options
  • Available in durable bright metallic finish or "Prism" color plastic over-molded models to complement styling or color coding capabilities
  • Hold-open and non-hold-open versions available
  • Matching installation tools are available to ensure proper seating of each specific plunger mounting style

Standards and Specifications
  • Southco Spring-Loaded Plungers provide good strength, with working shear loads of 1340 N (300 lbs.) in aluminum, 1800 N (400 lbs.) in steel, and 5400 N (1200 lbs.) in hardened steel panels

Industry Applications
  • Automotive, Trucks
  • Computers
  • Electronic Enclosures
  • Exhibits/Signs
  • Industrial Enclosures
  • Medical
  • Networking
  • Telecommunications
  • Vending Machines

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