GN 6321.1 Seating Pins

We'd like to introduce you to our new series GN 6321.1 Seating Pins, in metric sizes.

These seating pins are RoHS compliant and fabricated of tempered, hardened steel. In addition to their use in positioning the parts of a jig assembly, they can also be used as simple feet. Pin heads range from 6 to 40 mm in diameter, and pin lengths range from 6.5 to 20 mm.

To see our entire line of clamping screws, drill bushing and locating pins, see Section 11 of our online catalog.

GN 6336.10 Hand Knobs with Stainless Steel Studs

We've added another new series of knobs to our product line: GN 6336.10 Hand Knobs with 316 Stainless Steel Studs, with Nylon Plastic or Brass Tip, available in metric sizes.

These RoHS complaint components are designed to function well when corrosion is to be avoided, such as in medical, food, and cleanroom applications. The knob is matte black, glass filled nylon plastic, and the threaded stud is European standard 1.4567 (American standard 316 series) stainless steel, molded-in. The stud features either a brass or plastic (Polyacetal POM) tip, which prevents indentations or other damage from occurring. Knob diameters from 25 to 50 mm are offered, with studs ranging from M5 to M10 threads and lengths 10 to 55 mm.

You can explore our entire line of clamping knobs in Section 8 of our online catalog.

EN 239.1 and EN 239.2 Hinges with Integrated Safety Switch

Today we're sharing with you another new series of innovative products from J.W. Winco: EN 239.1 and EN 239.2 Hinges with Integrated Safety Switch, available in metric sizes.

These RoHS-compliant hinges were designed for accident prevention; the safety circuit is disrupted as soon as the door is opened. The switch is a tamper-proof, forced-opening safety switch. The function of the switch cannot be altered, because the casing is integrated and “ultra-welded” to the hinge. Hinge and switch form a single component, making installation easy, rapid and safe.

Hinges are technopolymer plastic (Polyamide PA) with a black matte finish. The hinge pin is stainless steel, European Standard No. 1.4305 (American Standard Series 303). Hinges are available with the switch on the right side (EN 239.1) or left (EN 239.2). Two types are offered for each: with countersunk screw holes (for use with DIN 7991 countersunk head screws), or with slotted holes (for use with DIN 6912 cylindrical head screws).

These hinges can also be used with aluminum profile connections. UL-approved GN 330 connecting cables are available to use in connection with the hinges.

You can peruse our entire line of hinges in Section 3 of our online catalog.

Espresso Aid to Another Continent



The MC cylindrical handle (highlighted)

When a gentleman from Buenos Aires needed to replace the lever handle on his ~50-year-old Pavoni Shirley espresso machine, he ran into problems. He had been told of a big-name U.S. supplier who carried the part, but they were unwilling to ship it abroad.

Happily, this Argentine java fan discovered J.W. Winco.

As the gentleman reported on an espresso forum, Home-Barista.com, "After some searching on the web, I came across a company called J.W. Winco Inc. that happened to have the handles I needed...and at a much more reasonable price. Questions were answered promptly and politely by their sales staff and I proceeded to order them on-line, paid for them with my VISA card, got the stuff shipped as I requested and everything arrived at my doorstep here in Buenos Aires (thanks to the good old USPS) in just under a fortnight."

The handle in question is our MC series Phenolic Plastic Cylindrical Handle with Molded-In Thread. Manufactured in Italy with metric thread, it was the perfect solution for this application.

We were happy to learn of a happy customer who benefitted from the services we offer to make finding and purchasing machine parts a positive experience. And we appreciate his telling others about his successful transaction!

ISO 7379 Hardened Steel Shoulder Screws

Today we're introducing our new ISO 7379 Hardened Steel Shoulder Screws, available in metric sizes.

These RoHS compliant shoulder screws are cost-saving construction components for a wide variety of different uses. They are made of blackened steel with a tensile strength of 1200 N/mm2 (strength class 12.9). Shoulder dimension is ground. Shoulder screws are offered in a range of head sizes from 6 to 24 mm diameter, threads from M5 to M20, and shoulder lengths from 10 to 100 mm.

You can peruse our full line of jig, fixture and fastening components in Section 11 of our online catalog.

GN 111.2 Stainless Steel Retaining Cables

Our parade of new product introductions continues with our GN 111.2 Stainless Steel Retaining Cables, available in metric sizes.

These cables are RoHS compliant, and mainly used in connection with ball lock pins and pins with axial lock. They are offered with two key rings, mounting loop and key ring, or two mounting loops. The cables are stainless steel, European Standard No. 1.4310 (American Standard Series 301), and coated with clear plastic (PVC). Mounting loops and key rings are also of stainless steel, European Standard No. 1.4310 (American Standard Series 301). Key rings are supplied unmounted.

The cables are available in lengths from 150 to 500 mm, and with key ring diameters from 14 to 30 mm. Static load limits for the cables alone are 1,800 N, which reduces to 50-120 N with key ring added.

You can see our full line of ball lock pins and other spring, ball and indexing plungers in Section 10 of our online catalog.

GN 119-NI Door Locks in Stainless Steel

Today we'd like to introduce another of our new products: GN 119-NI Door Locks in Stainless Steel, in metric sizes.

These RoHS compliant door locks have a drawing range of 10 mm. Locking is achieved by turning the door lock clockwise. The operating spindle is fitted with an O-ring to prevent the penetration of water. Four types are offered: with star knob, with triangular spindle, with square spindle and with double bit spindle. Zinc plated steel keys for the three spindle versions may be ordered as well.

The lock housing, spindle and spacer are stainless steel, European Standard 1.4305 (American Standard 303). The star knob for the knob version is stainless steel, shot-blasted finish, European standard No. 1.4301 (American standard 304 series). The cam is stainless steel, European Standard 1.4306 (American Standard 304). Each type of door lock is available in ten different clamping ranges, from 17 to 65 mm.

You can explore our complete line of door locks in Section 3, Pull Handles and Access Hardware, in our online catalog.