What is rod end?

The rod end is a mechanical part with a spherical connection head, usually used to achieve flexible connection and Angle adjustment between mechanical parts, usually used with the rod end joint, can also be used as a connection in some scenes, because of the simple design, widely used in the mechanical field.

The rod end is generally composed of the rod end connection (internal and external thread) and the ball head, the ball head and the thread are connected to the mechanical parts, so that the mechanical parts can be well linked together and can be rotated.

1. Threaded rod end:
Male thread: The rod end has an external thread to connect with other internal threaded components.
Internal thread: Rod end with internal thread, with other external threaded parts to adapt the link

2 Ball head part:
The center ball head is a spherical joint, which can be connected with other mechanical parts and rotate in multiple directions
Ball head and rod end integrated design or equipped with independent joint bearing.

Classification of rod end
1. According to thread type: external thread rod end, internal thread rod end
2. According to use: ordinary rod end, high strength rod end, self-lubricating rod end
3. According to material: bearing steel rod end, stainless steel rod end, aluminum alloy rod end

Rod end feature：
Multi-direction adjustment: can flexibly adjust the position in a range of angles.
High bearing capacity: suitable for large tensile force, pressure or bending moment.
Easy installation: Easy installation by threading or other means.
Durability: Some models are corrosion and fatigue resistant.
Self-lubricating properties: The rod ends of special materials require no frequent maintenance, reducing the cost of use.

Application field of rod end：

1. Industrial machinery:
Connection of hydraulic cylinder to equipment.
Intermediate node of the transmission system.

2. Automotive and Transportation:
Connecting parts in suspension system and steering system.

3. Aerospace:
Landing gear and control mechanism.

4. Agricultural machinery:
Key connecting parts for tractors, harvesters and other equipment.

5. Robots and automation equipment:
Mechanical arm, joint parts.