The flat side of these pins relieves trapped air, making them easier to insert and remove from blind holes. One end is tapped and the other is chamfered for easy insertion. To remove, thread a screw or tool into the tapped hole, then pull them out. Use them as pivots, hinges, shafts, jigs, and fixtures to locate or hold parts. Pins are precision ground for accurate alignment. Breaking strength is measured as double shear, which is the force required to break a pin into three pieces.

Pins that meet ASME B18.8.2 specifications conform to ASME standards for material and dimensions.

Metric pins meet DIN standards.

Steel pins have good strength.

18-8 stainless steel pins offer a balance of strength and corrosion resistance. They may be mildly magnetic.

Use puller handles, tips, and optional extensions (sold separately) with some internally threaded dowel pins to create insertion and removal tools. A complete tool requires a puller handle and a tip that fits your pin. You’ll also need a socket head cap screw that can thread into the pin. To use, thread a tip into the puller handle and fit the other end of the tip over the screw. Slide the weight along the handle to push or pull.

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