{"product_id":"rod-end-bearings-stainless-steel","title":"Rod End Bearings – Stainless Steel","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePrecision-engineered stainless steel rod end bearings with maintenance-free PTFE sliding surfaces for reliable mechanical connections, angular alignment and precision adjustment mechanisms.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThese stainless steel rod end bearings are designed for applications requiring corrosion resistance, compact dimensions and precise articulation. Their spherical bearing design accommodates angular misalignment while providing smooth and reliable movement under mechanical loads.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe combination of a stainless steel housing, hardened stainless steel ball and self-lubricating PTFE composite liner ensures durable, low-friction operation without additional lubrication.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDesign \u0026amp; Functionality\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe spherical bearing allows angular movement between connected mechanical components, compensating for alignment deviations and reducing unwanted stress within the assembly.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe hardened stainless steel ball is precision-ground and polished, providing a smooth and wear-resistant contact surface. A bonded PTFE composite liner enables maintenance-free sliding operation without periodic lubrication.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe compact construction is particularly suitable for adjustable linkages, positioning mechanisms, mechanical actuators and precision engineering applications.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eConfigurations \u0026amp; Compatibility\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAvailable in different metric sizes with right-hand or left-hand external threads.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRight-hand and left-hand versions can be combined in adjustable linkages and turnbuckle mechanisms, allowing precise length adjustment without disconnecting the assembly.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBearing dimensions, permissible misalignment angles and load ratings depend on the selected size and configuration.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaterials \u0026amp; Construction\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHousing:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e AISI 304 stainless steel, providing corrosion resistance and mechanical durability.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpherical Ball:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e AISI 440C stainless steel, hardened, precision-ground and polished.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBearing Race:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Stainless steel with bonded PTFE composite sliding liner.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSliding Contact:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Stainless steel \/ PTFE composite for maintenance-free operation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe rod end bearings feature precision-machined spherical bearing bores and metric external threads.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDimensions, angular misalignment limits, dynamic and static load ratings, and weight depend on the selected bearing size.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe bearing design follows established dimensional conventions for spherical plain bearing rod ends, including ISO 12240-4.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProduct Identification\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEach rod end bearing is marked with its corresponding product designation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe suffix \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eL\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e identifies the left-hand threaded version, while the standard designation indicates a right-hand thread.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eQuality Grades\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStandard Grade:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Stainless steel construction with a maintenance-free PTFE composite sliding liner.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eB-Grade:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Earlier production batch with a PTFE-metallic fabric liner. Offered at a reduced price.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eApplication Notes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThese bearings are suitable for mechanical positioning, adjustment mechanisms and precision engineering applications requiring corrosion resistance, reliable articulation and maintenance-free operation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVacuum Compatibility:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e The bearings have not been tested or qualified for ultra-high vacuum (UHV) applications. UHV compatibility is therefore not guaranteed.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"UHV Store of Switzerland - Ultra High Vacuum Technology","offers":[{"title":"M5 - Right-Hand","offer_id":67762258936084,"sku":"RE(SS)-M5","price":19.25,"currency_code":"CHF","in_stock":false},{"title":"M5 - Left-Hand","offer_id":67762258968852,"sku":"RE(SS)-M5L","price":19.25,"currency_code":"CHF","in_stock":false},{"title":"M10 - Right-Hand (B-Grade)","offer_id":67762259001620,"sku":"RE(SS)-M10","price":13.5,"currency_code":"CHF","in_stock":false},{"title":"M10 - Left-Hand (B-Grade)","offer_id":67762259034388,"sku":"RE(SS)-M10L","price":13.5,"currency_code":"CHF","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0686\/0360\/9364\/files\/RE_SS_-M5.jpg?v=1792670895","url":"https:\/\/uhvstore.com\/products\/rod-end-bearings-stainless-steel","provider":"UHV Store of Switzerland - Ultra High Vacuum Technology","version":"1.0","type":"link"}