Stainless Steel Spherical Rod End – 3/8" x 3/8" Female

Stainless Steel Spherical Rod End – 3/8" x 3/8" Female

Thread: Female 3/8-24 x 0.937" deep
Ball ID: 3/8"
Housing Material: 300 Series Stainless Steel
Finish: Bright Polish
Ball Finish: Stainless Steel
Width: 1.000"
Base of Rod End to Center of Ball: 1.625"
Ball Thickness: 0.500"
Ultimate Static Load Rating: 2,476 lbs
Common Other Names for this Product: heim joint, rose joint

Typical Applications

The 3/8" stainless steel spherical rod end is commonly used in:

• Hand-actuated push-pull linkages
• Foot-actuated push-pull linkages
• Mechanical control systems
• Linkage assemblies
• Applications where corrosion-resistant construction is required

The rod end should always be selected according to the actual load, movement, environment and operating conditions of the application.

FAQs

What size thread does the 10208 stainless steel rod end have?
The 10208 has a female 3/8-24 thread with a thread depth of 0.937".

What is the bore size of the 10208 rod end?
The spherical ball has a 3/8" bore.

What is the 10208 stainless steel rod end made from?
The housing is manufactured from 300 Series Stainless Steel, with a stainless steel ball and bright polished finish.

What is the load rating of the 10208?
The 10208 has an ultimate static load rating of 2,476 lb.

What is a 3/8" female spherical rod end used for?
A 3/8" female spherical rod end can be used in mechanical linkage systems where a female threaded connection and angular movement are required. The 10208 is commonly used in hand- and foot-actuated push-pull linkages.

Is a stainless steel rod end suitable for corrosive environments?
Stainless steel construction provides corrosion resistance and can make this type of rod end suitable for applications where exposure to moisture or other corrosive conditions is a consideration. However, the actual suitability depends on the specific environment, loads and operating conditions.

Is a spherical rod end the same as a Heim joint?

A spherical rod end is commonly referred to as a Heim joint or Rose joint. These terms are widely used for this type of articulated threaded linkage component.