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11,248 Products

Connecting Rods

Connecting Rods

Connecting Rods

Twist a right-hand internally threaded rod end on each side to link parts

Internally Threaded Connecting Rods

Internally Threaded Connecting Rods

Twist a right-hand externally threaded rod end on each side to link parts

Turnbuckle-Style Connecting Rods

Turnbuckle-Style Connecting Rods

Attach a right- and a left-hand internally threaded rod end on either side to adjust for tension

Internally Threaded Turnbuckle-Style Connecting Rods

Internally Threaded Turnbuckle-Style Connecting Rods

Attach a right- and a left-hand externally threaded rod end on either side to adjust for tension

Other Products

Threaded Rods

Anchor, connect, or hang components in a wide variety of applications

Single-End Studs

Single-End Studs

Use the unthreaded end as a pivot point, hinge, shaft, or locator pin

Standoffs

Separate, position, or connect components in assemblies

Setup Studs

Secure setup clamps and fixtures to your machine table or assemble heavy machines

Float Rods

Connect valve bodies and floats to build or repair a float valve

Thread Adapters

Thread Adapters

Join threads of a different type, size, and gender

Precision Lead Screws and Nuts

Precision Lead Screws and Nuts

Pair with a motor for accurate starts and stops in automated motion and positioning applications

Lead Screws and Nuts

Lead Screws and Nuts

Move components in a straight line in clamping and heavy duty lifting and lowering applications

Studs

Press, weld, or screw in place to add a threaded fastening point

Sleeve Splines and Bearings

Sleeve Splines and Bearings

Combine sleeve splines and bearings to create linear and rotary motion systems

Roller Screws and Nuts

Roller Screws and Nuts

Create more points of contact to handle much higher loads than ball screws and nuts of the same size

Lead Screw Collars

Lead Screw Collars

Position components and limit travel along a lead screw

Anchors

Secure anything from signs to heavy machinery in concrete, brick, and drywall

Ball Screw/Splines and Bearings

Ball Screw/Splines and Bearings

Transmit rotary power, move loads along the shaft, or do both at once

End Supports for Ball Screws and Precision Lead Screws

End Supports for Ball Screws and Precision Lead Screws

Brace and secure the ends of ball screws and precision lead screws

Ball Screws and Nuts

Ball Screws and Nuts

Provide smooth travel where high speeds, accurate positioning, and repeatable movement are required

Rotary Shafts

Pair with gears, sprockets, and bearings to transmit rotary motion

Fixture Kits

Everything needed to mount workpieces of different sizes to your machine table

Clamping Screws

Clamping Screws

Apply pressure through a flat-tipped screw to hold material in place

Dowel Screws

Screw into holes to join two pieces of wood

Linear Drive Nuts

Linear Drive Nuts

Create a linear positioning system on a rotary shaft without a lead screw

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