{"id":16211,"date":"2022-12-20T09:56:45","date_gmt":"2022-12-20T09:56:45","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/monroeengineering.com\/blog\/?p=16211"},"modified":"2022-12-20T09:56:55","modified_gmt":"2022-12-20T09:56:55","slug":"6-facts-about-rod-ends","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/monroeengineering.com\/blog\/6-facts-about-rod-ends\/","title":{"rendered":"6 Facts About Rod Ends"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignleft size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"110\" height=\"112\" src=\"https:\/\/monroeengineering.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/CM-T.jpg\" alt=\"Rod ends by Monroe\" class=\"wp-image-16212\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>Are you familiar with rod ends? They are commonly used on automotive steering links, tie rods and control rods. Rod ends feature a shank and an integrated head, the latter of which contains a bearing. You can connect them to parts that require an articulating joint. Below are six facts about rod ends and how they work.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">#1) Male and Female Styles<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Not all rod ends are the same. You can find them in male and female styles. Both male and female rod ends feature a shank with an integrated head. Male rod ends simply have a solid shank with external threading. Female rod ends, on the other hand, have a hollow shank<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">#2) Also Known as Heim Joints<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Rod ends are also known as heim joints. This is a reference to their origins. The origins of the modern-day rod end can be traced back to the mid-20th century. During World War II, the governments of the Allied forces awarded H.G. Heim Company a patent to manufacture rod ends. Rod ends are now manufactured by other companies, but many people still refer to them as &#8220;heim joints.&#8221;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">#3) Available in Different Sizes the<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>You can find rod ends in different sizes. And you&#8217;ll need to choose a rod end in the right size for your intended application. Some rod ends are wider or longer than others. The ball size of a rod end may also vary. Regardless, if you&#8217;re looking to buy a rod end, you should choose the right size. for your intended application.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">#4) Allows for a Limited Degree of Misalignment<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>One of the unique characteristics of rod ends that distinguishes them from other types of mechanical joints is that they allow for a limited degree of misalignment. Other types of mechanical joints typically require proper alignment with the part. Rod ends are unique in the sense that they allow for a limited degree of misalignment. The part to which a rod end is connected can move slightly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">#5) Versatile Alternative to Clevis Ends<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Rod ends offer a versatile alternative to clevis ends. Clevis ends are mechanical joints as well. The problem with clevis ends, though, is that they require a perfect 90-degree angle alignment. Rod ends don&#8217;t require this same perfect alignment. Therefore, you can use a rod end in applications where clevis ends won&#8217;t work. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">#6) Available in Right-Hand and Left-Hand Thread Types<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Rod ends are also available in right-hand and left-hand thread types. The thread type of a rod end is determined by its style. Male-style rod ends have external, left-hand threads. Female-style rod ends have internal, right-hand threads.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Are you familiar with rod ends? 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