A sintered plunger is used for electromagnetic actuators. The sintered
member includes: an outer member composed of a soft magnetic material and
having an inner hole formed therein, and a shaft having an end portion
which is fitted into the outer member. The shaft is composed of a
ferromagnetic steel, the outer member peripheral is composed of a
sintered member, and the shaft and the outer member are integrally bonded
by sintering. As a result, the overall sintered plunger can have good
magnetic properties, a good magnetic attraction, a good wear resistance,
and a good fatigue strength. Electromagnetic actuators having high
responsiveness required in recent years can be produced.