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    Press-Fit Drill Bushings

    Image of ProductInUse. Front orientation. Contains Annotated. Drill Bushings. Press-Fit Drill Bushings.
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Drill Bushings. Press-Fit Drill Bushings.
    Also known as jig bushings, these drill bushings fit inside fixture plate holes to precisely guide drill bits, counterbores, reamers, and other cutting tools. They improve accuracy so your drilled holes and cuts are consistent from part to part. Known for their versatility, drill bushings are also used as spacers, shims, and machinery bushings.
    Press into place with a manual or hydraulic press. Since these bushings are sized slightly larger than the hole for an extremely tight fit, they’ll stay put permanently. These are ANSI Type P bushings—also known as headless bushings—which means you don’t need to counterbore the hole to mount them flush.
    Don't see the size you need? Additional sizes are available.
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    Drill Bushing
    Type
    Material
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    1-9
    10-49
    50-Up
    0.277" ID
    1/2"5/16"J0.277"0.0001" to 0.0005"0.0014" to 0.0017"-0.01" to 0.01"PSteelRockwell C6196511A963000000000000000
    1/2"3/8"J0.277"0.0001" to 0.0005"0.0014" to 0.0017"-0.01" to 0.01"PSteelRockwell C6196511A964000000000000
    1/2"1/2"J0.277"0.0001" to 0.0005"0.0014" to 0.0017"-0.015" to 0.015"PSteelRockwell C618491A145000000000000000
    1/2"3/4"J0.277"0.0001" to 0.0005"0.0014" to 0.0017"-0.015" to 0.015"PSteelRockwell C618491A146000000000000000
    1/2"1"J0.277"0.0001" to 0.0005"0.0014" to 0.0017"-0.01" to 0.01"PSteelRockwell C6196511A965000000000000
     

    Press-Fit Drill Bushings with Head

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Contains Annotated. Drill Bushings. Press-Fit Drill Bushings with Head.
    Image of Attribute. Front orientation. Contains Annotated. Press-Fit Drill Bushings with Head.
    Image of Specification. Shown in Countersunk Hole. Front orientation. CrossSection view. Drill Bushings. Press-Fit Drill Bushings with Head.
    Image of Specification. Shown in Standard Hole. Front orientation. CrossSection view. Drill Bushings. Press-Fit Drill Bushings with Head.

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    Hole

    Shown in

    Standard Hole

    A flanged head on these bushings acts as a stop, so they won’t press through your jig even under extreme drilling pressure. They’re ANSI Type H bushings, also known as headed bushings. The head adds support and protects the jig from damage caused by heavy use, so they’re often used in jigs made of thin or soft materials. These bushings guide your drill bit, reamer, or other cutting bit to create accurate, consistent holes from one workpiece to the next. They’re also used as spacers, shims, and machinery bushings. Made of hardened, ground steel, they hold their shape and resist wear, so they last for many cycles without needing to be replaced.
    To install, fit the bushing into a hole in your jig. In a standard hole, the head will sit above the jig plate; to mount flush, install in a countersunk hole. A chamfered edge on the bottom of the bushing helps center the bushing in the hole. Once it’s centered, press the bushing into place with a hydraulic or lever press.
    Don't see the size you need? Additional sizes are available.
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    Type
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    1-5
    6-11
    12-Up
    0.277" ID
    1/2"1/2"J0.277"39/64"7/32"0.0001" to 0.0005"0.0014" to 0.0017"-0.01" to 0.01"HSteelRockwell C618492A543000000000000000
     

    Removable Drill Bushings

    Image of System. Front orientation. CrossSection view. Contains Annotated. Drill Bushings. Removable Drill Bushings.
    Image of System. Front orientation. CrossSection view. Contains Annotated. Drill Bushings. Removable Drill Bushings.
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Drill Bushings. Removable Drill Bushings.
    Image of Attribute. Front orientation. Contains Annotated. Drill Bushings. Removable Drill Bushings.
    Replace worn bushings and quickly change IDs without needing to repeatedly use a lever press. Instead of pressing bushings in and out of your jig fixture, which can cause damage, these bushings slide in and out of sleeves (sold separately). By swapping in a bushing with a different ID, you can change the size of your bit and still use the same hole in your fixture. All are made to tight dimensional tolerances for consistent, accurate results, even as you change them in and out. They're also known as slip-fixed and renewable bushings.
    Choose a sleeve with a length that matches the length of your bushing. To prevent bushings from spinning inside the sleeve as you drill, pair a standard sleeve with a lock screw, or use a locking sleeve. For faster placement in and removal from sleeves, use a handle.
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    Drill Bushing
    Type
    Material
    Hardness
    1-5
    6-11
    12-Up
    0.277" ID
    1/2"1"J0.277"51/64"1/4"5/8"0.0001" to 0.0005"-0.0002" to 0"-0.01" to 0.01"SFSteelRockwell C618493A5540000000000000000
     
    Accessories for Drill Bushings

    Drill Bushings for Plastic

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Contains Annotated. Drill Bushings. Drill Bushings for Plastic.
    Serrations line the sides of these bushings to keep them from spinning while you drill. Also known as jig bushings, they’re pressed or molded into plastic tooling to guide drill bits, counterbores, and reamers. They help you create consistent, accurate holes from part to part.
    Also Available: Other sizes. Please select 3378A999 and specify ID, OD, and length.
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    Type
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    Each
    0.277" ID
    1/2"1/2"J0.277"0.0001" to 0.0005"0.01" to 0.025"SGTool Steel
    Rockwell C613378A86200000
     

    Strong-Hold Drill Bushings for Plastic

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Contains Annotated. Drill Bushings. Strong-Hold Drill Bushings for Plastic.
    Designed to grip slippery plastic, the knurls on these bushings keep them from spinning while you drill. Their hold is stronger than serrated bushings, so they can withstand more force. Press or mold into plastic tooling to guide your drill bit and create accurate, consistent holes.
    Also Available: Other sizes. Please select 3379A999 and specify ID, OD, and length.
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    For Drill Bit Size
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    Drill Bushing
    Type
    Material
    Hardness
    Each
    0.277" ID
    1/2"1/2"J0.277"0.0001" to 0.0005"0.01" to 0.025"DGTool Steel
    Rockwell C613379A36200000
     

    Drill Bushings for Soft Metal and Wood

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Contains Annotated. Drill Bushings. Drill Bushings for Soft Metal and Wood.
    Serrations on these bushings dig into wood, aluminum, and other soft metals to keep them from spinning while you drill. Also known as jig bushings, they fit inside fixture plates to guide drill bits, counterbores, and reamers. They improve accuracy so that your drilled holes and cuts are consistent from part to part.
    Also Available: Other sizes. Please select 3377A999 and specify ID, OD, and length.
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    Lg.
    For Drill
    Bit Size
    For Drill Bit Size
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    ID
    OD
    Drill Bushing
    Type
    Material
    Hardness
    Each
    0.277" ID
    1/2"1/2"J0.277"0.0001" to 0.0005"-0.0002" to 0"SP1144 Carbon Steel
    Rockwell C613377A252000000
     

    Multipurpose Low-Carbon Steel Round Tubes

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Steel. Multipurpose Low-Carbon Steel Round Tubes.
    Also known as mild steel, low-carbon steel is easy to machine, form, and weld. It's widely fabricated into parts that don’t require high strength, such as frames, supports, and conduit.
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    6 ft. Long
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    Heat
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    Yield Strength,
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    Met
    Each
    0.049" Thick Wall
    3/8"0.277"WeldedERWNo24,000Rockwell B65 (Medium)SAE J5256045N224000000
     

    Weldable 4130 Alloy Steel Round Tubes

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Steel. Weldable 4130 Alloy Steel Round Tubes.
    Also known as chrome-moly steel, these 4130 alloy steel round tubes have low carbon content for good weldability. They’re often used for roll cages and frames. To increase their wear resistance, you can harden them with heat treating.
    Material Certificate Icon
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    Treatable
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    psi
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    Max. Hardness After
    Heat Treatment
    Specs. Met
    1 ft.
    Long
    3 ft.
    Long
    4 ft.
    Long
    6 ft.
    Long
    8 ft.
    Long
    0.049" Thick Wall
    3/8"0.277"SeamlessYes70,000Rockwell C16 (Medium)Rockwell C49SAE AMS6360, SAE AMS-T-673689955K15900000000000000000000000000000
     
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