plunger pins

A handy person from Aiken, SC says:

August 11, 2019

Can I replace my window screen knife hinges with plunger pin latches if I am making a new screen?

Paul from SWISCO responded:

August 14, 2019

Many thanks for writing in. Yes, some customers have used plunger pins in place of knife latches. It will depend on the window frame in regards to whether or not it will accept the plunger pins. Let me know what you think.

A handy person from Aiken, SC says:

August 16, 2019

I think replacing the knife hinges with plunger pins is feasible. What size plunger pin would you recommend for a 5/16" X 3/4" frame - the 70-008 or the 70-009?

Dave Sr. from SWISCO responded:

August 19, 2019

Perhaps I can be of help! I would recommend the smaller 70-009 pin. However, please take note you will need to drill a hole into the window frame to accept the head of the pin into the frame. Another thought could be to use the screen hanger set the 70-204 or the 70-004 along with the top hangers 70-056. This could be a better solution instead of drilling into your screen frame. See what you think.

Step Down Plunger Drill Bit

75-032

$30.52

5 Pack, Screen Plunger Pin Latches, 5/32"

Slip-On Latch With Ball Head Screw

70-204

$12.90

Pull Ring with Screen Groove

70-004

$0.75

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