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Swivel-Shaft Rod Ends



With a ball joint at the top of the shank, these rod ends pivot in the middle of the body instead of in the eyelet. Use them for linear push applications that require movement along the length of the connecting rod. Also known as control swivels, they provide an excellent pivoting connection between light mechanical components while constraining excess play. A rubber disc dampens vibration.
Rod ends with set screw, nut, and lock washer have a self-locking set screw and integral nut with lock washer for added holding strength.
For technical drawings and 3-D models, click on a part number.
Shank Thread Size | Shank Center Lg. | Shank Thread Lg. | ID | O'all Dia. | O'all Wd. | O'all Thick. | For Connecting Rod OD | Max. Ball Swivel | Temp. Range, °F | Material | Shank Thread Direction | Each | |
Ball Joints | |||||||||||||
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10-32 | 1 1/16" | 1/4" | 1/4" | __ | 3/8" | 3/8" | 1/4" | 30° | -60° to 250° | Zinc-Plated Carbon Steel | Right Hand | 0000000 | 00000 |
1/4"-20 | 1 3/16" | 5/16" | 1/4" | __ | 3/8" | 3/8" | 1/4" | 30° | -60° to 250° | Zinc-Plated Carbon Steel | Right Hand | 0000000 | 0000 |
1/4"-28 | 1 5/16" | 1/2" | 1/4" | __ | 3/8" | 3/8" | 1/4" | 30° | -60° to 250° | Zinc-Plated Carbon Steel | Right Hand | 0000000 | 0000 |
Ball Joints with Set Screw, Nut, and Lock Washer | |||||||||||||
10-32 | 1 1/16" | 1/4" | 5/16" | 1/2" | __ | __ | 1/4", 5/16" | 30° | -60° to 250° | Zinc-Plated Carbon Steel | Right Hand | 0000000 | 0000 |
1/4"-20 | 1 3/16" | 5/16" | 5/16" | 1/2" | __ | __ | 1/4", 5/16" | 30° | -60° to 250° | Zinc-Plated Carbon Steel | Right Hand | 0000000 | 0000 |
1/4"-28 | 1 3/16" | 5/16" | 5/16" | 1/2" | __ | __ | 1/4", 5/16" | 30° | -60° to 250° | Zinc-Plated Carbon Steel | Right Hand | 0000000 | 0000 |
1/4"-28 | 1 5/16" | 1/2" | 5/16" | 1/2" | __ | __ | 1/4", 5/16" | 30° | -60° to 250° | Zinc-Plated Carbon Steel | Right Hand | 0000000 | 0000 |
5/16"-24 | 1 3/8" | 17/32" | 5/16" | 1/2" | __ | __ | 1/4", 5/16" | 30° | -60° to 250° | Zinc-Plated Carbon Steel | Right Hand | 0000000 | 0000 |
Internally Threaded Inline Ball Joint Linkages


Use these linkages to create inline pivoting connections. The ball-and-socket design allows the ball stud to swivel. All have a liner (also known as a boot) that not only keeps out contaminants, but also acts as a cushion to reduce vibration.
Linkages come lubricated, so you won’t need to lubricate them at installation. Carbon steel linkages won’t require ongoing lubrication. Zinc alloy linkages will require ongoing lubrication.
For technical drawings and 3-D models, click on a part number.
Shank | Ball Stud | |||||||||||
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Thread Size | Center Lg. | Thread Lg. | Thread Size | Center Lg. | Lg. | Max. Ball Swivel | Static Radial Load Cap. | Material | Lubrication | Ball Stud Thread Direction | Each | |
Right-Hand Threaded Shank | ||||||||||||
1/4"-28 | 15/16" | 7/16" | 1/4"-28 | 1" | 1/2" | 35° | Not Rated | Zinc-Plated Carbon Steel | Lubricated | Right Hand | 0000000 | 00000 |
5/16"-24 | 1 3/16" | 9/16" | 5/16"-24 | 1 3/16" | 5/8" | 35° | Not Rated | Zinc-Plated Carbon Steel | Lubricated | Right Hand | 0000000 | 00000 |
3/8"-24 | 1 7/16" | 5/8" | 3/8"-24 | 1 3/8" | 13/16" | 35° | Not Rated | Zinc-Plated Carbon Steel | Lubricated | Right Hand | 0000000 | 00000 |
M5 × 0.8 mm | 24mm | 12mm | M5 × 0.8 mm | 22mm | 8mm | 25° | Not Rated | Zinc Alloy | Lubricated | Right Hand | 0000000 | 00000 |
M6 × 1 mm | 23.5mm | 11.5mm | M6 × 1 mm | 25mm | 12.5mm | 30° | Not Rated | Zinc-Plated Carbon Steel | Lubricated | Right Hand | 0000000 | 0000 |
M8 × 1.25 mm | 29.5mm | 14mm | M8 × 1.25 mm | 30mm | 16.5mm | 30° | Not Rated | Zinc-Plated Carbon Steel | Lubricated | Right Hand | 0000000 | 00000 |
M10 × 1.25 mm | 35mm | 18mm | M10 × 1.25 mm | 39.5mm | 15mm | 25° | Not Rated | Zinc Alloy | Lubricated | Right Hand | 0000000 | 00000 |
M10 × 1.5 mm | 35mm | 18mm | M10 × 1.5 mm | 45.5mm | 21mm | 25° | Not Rated | Zinc Alloy | Lubricated | Right Hand | 0000000 | 00000 |
M10 × 1.5 mm | 36mm | 15.5mm | M10 × 1.5 mm | 35mm | 20mm | 30° | Not Rated | Zinc-Plated Carbon Steel | Lubricated | Right Hand | 0000000 | 00000 |
M12 × 1.25 mm | 40mm | 20mm | M12 × 1.25 mm | 44mm | 17mm | 25° | Not Rated | Zinc Alloy | Lubricated | Right Hand | 0000000 | 00000 |
M12 × 1.75 mm | 40mm | 20mm | M12 × 1.75 mm | 51mm | 24mm | 25° | Not Rated | Zinc Alloy | Lubricated | Right Hand | 0000000 | 00000 |
M14 × 1.5 mm | 45mm | 25mm | M14 × 1.5 mm | 58mm | 22mm | 17° | Not Rated | Zinc Alloy | Lubricated | Right Hand | 0000000 | 00000 |
M14 × 2 mm | 45mm | 25mm | M14 × 2 mm | 64mm | 28mm | 17° | Not Rated | Zinc Alloy | Lubricated | Right Hand | 0000000 | 00000 |
M16 × 1.5 mm | 50mm | 27mm | M16 × 1.5 mm | 62mm | 23mm | 17° | Not Rated | Zinc Alloy | Lubricated | Right Hand | 0000000 | 00000 |
M16 × 2 mm | 50mm | 27mm | M16 × 2 mm | 68mm | 29mm | 17° | Not Rated | Zinc Alloy | Lubricated | Right Hand | 0000000 | 00000 |
Left-Hand Threaded Shank | ||||||||||||
M6 × 1 mm | 28mm | 15mm | M6 × 1 mm | 27mm | 11mm | 25° | Not Rated | Zinc Alloy | Lubricated | Right Hand | 0000000 | 00000 |
M8 × 1.25 mm | 32mm | 16mm | M8 × 1.25 mm | 33mm | 12mm | 25° | Not Rated | Zinc Alloy | Lubricated | Right Hand | 0000000 | 00000 |
Inline Ball Joint Linkages


Use these linkages to create inline pivoting connections. The ball-and-socket design allows the ball stud to swivel. All have a liner (also known as a boot) that not only keeps out contaminants, but also acts as a cushion to reduce vibration. Linkages come lubricated, so you won’t need to lubricate them at installation. They do not require ongoing lubrication.
For technical drawings and 3-D models, click on a part number.
Shank | Ball Stud | ||||||||||
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Thread Size | Center Lg. | Thread Lg. | Thread Size | Center Lg. | Lg. | Max. Ball Swivel | Static Radial Load Cap. | Material | Ball Stud Thread Direction | Each | |
Right-Hand Threaded Shank | |||||||||||
1/4"-28 | 15/16" | 1/2" | 1/4"-28 | 1" | 1/2" | 30° | Not Rated | Zinc-Plated Carbon Steel | Right Hand | 0000000 | 00000 |
5/16"-24 | 1 3/16" | 11/16" | 5/16"-24 | 1 1/4" | 11/16" | 30° | Not Rated | Zinc-Plated Carbon Steel | Right Hand | 0000000 | 00000 |
3/8"-24 | 1 7/16" | 13/16" | 3/8"-24 | 1 9/16" | 13/16" | 30° | Not Rated | Zinc-Plated Carbon Steel | Right Hand | 0000000 | 00000 |
M6 × 1 mm | 23.5mm | 12.5mm | M6 × 1 mm | 26.5mm | 12.5mm | 30° | Not Rated | Zinc-Plated Carbon Steel | Right Hand | 0000000 | 0000 |
M8 × 1.25 mm | 29.5mm | 16.5mm | M8 × 1.25 mm | 32.5mm | 16.5mm | 30° | Not Rated | Zinc-Plated Carbon Steel | Right Hand | 0000000 | 00000 |
M10 × 1.5 mm | 36mm | 20mm | M10 × 1.5 mm | 39mm | 20mm | 30° | Not Rated | Zinc-Plated Carbon Steel | Right Hand | 0000000 | 00000 |
Internally Threaded Ball Joint Linkages


Able to stand up to frequent use, these linkages offer excellent wear resistance. They consist of ball joint rod ends with a ball stud attached to simplify mounting. The stud is machined to fit perfectly inside its housing and swivel in all directions—good for clutches, throttles, and shift control rods.
Linkages with seal have a seal to keep lubricant in and dirt out. Those with a neoprene rubber seal won’t require ongoing lubrication.
For technical drawings and 3-D models, click on a part number.
Shank | Ball Stud | Right-Hand Threaded Ball Stud | ||||||||
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Thread Size | Center Lg. | Thread Lg. | Thread Size | Center Lg. | Lg. | Max. Ball Swivel | Static Radial Load Cap., lbs. | Material | Each | |
Ball Joint Linkages with Neoprene Rubber Seal | ||||||||||
Right-Hand Threaded Shank | ||||||||||
10-32 | 7/8" | 7/16" | 10-32 | 7/8" | 7/16" | 35° | Not Rated | Zinc-Plated Carbon Steel | 0000000 | 00000 |
1/4"-28 | 1" | 1/2" | 1/4"-28 | 1" | 9/16" | 35° | Not Rated | Zinc-Plated Carbon Steel | 0000000 | 0000 |
5/16"-24 | 1 1/8" | 9/16" | 5/16"-24 | 1 3/16" | 11/16" | 35° | Not Rated | Zinc-Plated Carbon Steel | 0000000 | 0000 |
3/8"-24 | 1 3/8" | 3/4" | 3/8"-24 | 1 9/16" | 7/8" | 35° | Not Rated | Zinc-Plated Carbon Steel | 0000000 | 0000 |
7/16"-20 | 1 15/16" | 1" | 7/16"-20 | 2" | 1 1/8" | 35° | Not Rated | Zinc-Plated Carbon Steel | 00000000 | 0000 |
1/2"-20 | 1 15/16" | 1" | 1/2"-20 | 2" | 1 1/8" | 35° | Not Rated | Zinc-Plated Carbon Steel | 00000000 | 0000 |
M6 × 1 mm | 25mm | 13mm | M6 × 1 mm | 26mm | 14mm | 35° | Not Rated | Zinc-Plated Carbon Steel | 00000000 | 0000 |
M8 × 1.25 mm | 28.5mm | 14mm | M8 × 1.25 mm | 31mm | 17.5mm | 35° | Not Rated | Zinc-Plated Carbon Steel | 00000000 | 0000 |
M10 × 1.5 mm | 35mm | 19mm | M10 × 1.5 mm | 40mm | 22mm | 35° | Not Rated | Zinc-Plated Carbon Steel | 00000000 | 0000 |
M12 × 1.75 mm | 49mm | 25mm | M12 × 1.75 mm | 51mm | 28.5mm | 35° | Not Rated | Zinc-Plated Carbon Steel | 0000000 | 00000 |
Left-Hand Threaded Shank | ||||||||||
10-32 | 7/8" | 7/16" | 10-32 | 7/8" | 7/16" | 35° | Not Rated | Zinc-Plated Carbon Steel | 00000000 | 0000 |
1/4"-28 | 1" | 1/2" | 1/4"-28 | 1" | 9/16" | 35° | Not Rated | Zinc-Plated Carbon Steel | 00000000 | 0000 |
5/16"-24 | 1 1/8" | 9/16" | 5/16"-24 | 1 3/16" | 11/16" | 35° | Not Rated | Zinc-Plated Carbon Steel | 00000000 | 0000 |
3/8"-24 | 1 3/8" | 3/4" | 3/8"-24 | 1 9/16" | 7/8" | 35° | Not Rated | Zinc-Plated Carbon Steel | 00000000 | 0000 |
7/16"-20 | 1 15/16" | 1" | 7/16"-20 | 2" | 1 1/8" | 35° | Not Rated | Zinc-Plated Carbon Steel | 00000000 | 0000 |
1/2"-20 | 1 15/16" | 1" | 1/2"-20 | 2" | 1 1/8" | 35° | Not Rated | Zinc-Plated Carbon Steel | 00000000 | 0000 |
M6 × 1 mm | 25mm | 13mm | M6 × 1 mm | 26mm | 14mm | 35° | Not Rated | Zinc-Plated Carbon Steel | 00000000 | 0000 |
M8 × 1.25 mm | 28.5mm | 14mm | M8 × 1.25 mm | 31mm | 17.5mm | 35° | Not Rated | Zinc-Plated Carbon Steel | 00000000 | 0000 |
M10 × 1.5 mm | 35mm | 19mm | M10 × 1.5 mm | 40mm | 22mm | 35° | Not Rated | Zinc-Plated Carbon Steel | 00000000 | 0000 |
Quick-Install Ball Joint Linkages




A spring-loaded sleeve allows for rapid assembly and disassembly. The stud is machined to fit perfectly inside its housing and swivel in all directions—good for light mechanical components and controls.
Ball joint linkages with a clip are for lighter loads than ball joint linkages with a spring.
Ball joint linkages with an internal spring protect the spring from dirt and dust, unlike ball joint linkages with an external spring.
For technical drawings and 3-D models, click on a part number.
Shank | Ball Stud | ||||||||||
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Thread Size | Center Lg. | Thread Lg. | Thread Size | Center Lg. | Lg. | Max. Ball Swivel | Static Radial Load Cap. | Material | Ball Stud Thread Direction | Each | |
Right-Hand Threaded Shank | |||||||||||
Clip | |||||||||||
10-32 | 7/8" | 1/2" | 10-32 | 7/8" | 7/16" | 40° | Not Rated | Zinc-Plated Carbon Steel | Right Hand | 0000000 | 00000 |
External Spring | |||||||||||
10-32 | 7/8" | 7/16" | 10-32 | 7/8" | 7/16" | 30° | Not Rated | Zinc-Plated Carbon Steel | Right Hand | 0000000 | 0000 |
1/4"-20 | 15/16" | 1/2" | 1/4"-20 | 1" | 9/16" | 32° | Not Rated | Zinc-Plated Carbon Steel | Right Hand | 0000000 | 00000 |
1/4"-28 | 1" | 9/16" | 1/4"-28 | 1" | 9/16" | 30° | Not Rated | Zinc-Plated Carbon Steel | Right Hand | 0000000 | 0000 |
5/16"-24 | 1 1/8" | 5/8" | 5/16"-24 | 1 3/16" | 11/16" | 30° | Not Rated | Zinc-Plated Carbon Steel | Right Hand | 0000000 | 00000 |
3/8"-24 | 1 3/8" | 13/16" | 3/8"-24 | 1 9/16" | 7/8" | 30° | Not Rated | Zinc-Plated Carbon Steel | Right Hand | 0000000 | 00000 |
1/2"-20 | 2" | 1" | 1/2"-20 | 2" | 1 1/8" | 30° | Not Rated | Zinc-Plated Carbon Steel | Right Hand | 0000000 | 00000 |
M5 × 0.8 mm | 23mm | 11mm | M5 × 0.8 mm | 22mm | 11mm | 30° | Not Rated | Zinc-Plated Carbon Steel | Right Hand | 0000000 | 0000 |
M6 × 1 mm | 25mm | 13.5mm | M6 × 1 mm | 26mm | 14mm | 30° | Not Rated | Zinc-Plated Carbon Steel | Right Hand | 0000000 | 0000 |
M8 × 1.25 mm | 28.5mm | 15mm | M8 × 1.25 mm | 31mm | 17.5mm | 30° | Not Rated | Zinc-Plated Carbon Steel | Right Hand | 0000000 | 0000 |
M10 × 1.5 mm | 35mm | 21mm | M10 × 1.5 mm | 40mm | 22mm | 30° | Not Rated | Zinc-Plated Carbon Steel | Right Hand | 0000000 | 00000 |
M12 × 1.75 mm | 51.5mm | 25mm | M12 × 1.75 mm | 50mm | 28.5mm | 30° | Not Rated | Zinc-Plated Carbon Steel | Right Hand | 0000000 | 00000 |
Internal Spring | |||||||||||
1/4"-20 | 7/8" | 1/2" | 1/4"-20 | 1" | 9/16" | 30° | Not Rated | Zinc-Plated Carbon Steel | Right Hand | 00000000 | 0000 |
1/4"-28 | 1" | 9/16" | 1/4"-28 | 1" | 9/16" | 30° | Not Rated | Zinc-Plated Carbon Steel | Right Hand | 00000000 | 00000 |
5/16"-24 | 1 1/8" | 5/8" | 5/16"-24 | 1 3/16" | 11/16" | 30° | Not Rated | Zinc-Plated Carbon Steel | Right Hand | 00000000 | 00000 |
3/8"-24 | 1 3/8" | 13/16" | 3/8"-24 | 1 9/16" | 7/8" | 30° | Not Rated | Zinc-Plated Carbon Steel | Right Hand | 00000000 | 00000 |
Corrosion-Resistant Quick-Install Ball Joint Linkages


Made of stainless steel, these ball joint linkages offer more corrosion resistance than steel ball joint linkages. A spring-sleeve allows for rapid assembly and disassembly. The stud is machined to fit perfectly inside its housing and swivel in all directions—good for light mechanical components and controls. These ball joint linkages don't come lubricated, so you'll need to lubricate during installation and on an ongoing basis.
For technical drawings and 3-D models, click on a part number.
Shank | Ball Stud | ||||||||||
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Thread Size | Center Lg. | Thread Lg. | Thread Size | Center Lg. | Lg. | Max. Ball Swivel | Static Radial Load Cap. | Material | Ball Stud Thread Direction | Each | |
Right-Hand Threaded Shank | |||||||||||
External Spring | |||||||||||
10-32 | 7/8" | 7/16" | 10-32 | 7/8" | 7/16" | 30° | Not Rated | 18-8 Stainless Steel | Right Hand | 0000000 | 000000 |
1/4"-28 | 15/16" | 9/16" | 1/4"-28 | 1" | 9/16" | 30° | Not Rated | 18-8 Stainless Steel | Right Hand | 0000000 | 00000 |
5/16"-24 | 1 1/8" | 5/8" | 5/16"-24 | 1 3/16" | 11/16" | 30° | Not Rated | 18-8 Stainless Steel | Right Hand | 0000000 | 00000 |
3/8"-24 | 1 3/8" | 13/16" | 3/8"-24 | 1 9/16" | 7/8" | 30° | Not Rated | 18-8 Stainless Steel | Right Hand | 0000000 | 00000 |
M5 × 0.8 mm | 23mm | 11mm | M5 × 0.8 mm | 22mm | 11mm | 30° | Not Rated | 18-8 Stainless Steel | Right Hand | 0000000 | 00000 |
M6 × 1 mm | 24.5mm | 13.5mm | M6 × 1 mm | 26mm | 14mm | 30° | Not Rated | 18-8 Stainless Steel | Right Hand | 0000000 | 00000 |
M8 × 1.25 mm | 28.5mm | 15mm | M8 × 1.25 mm | 31mm | 17.5mm | 30° | Not Rated | 18-8 Stainless Steel | Right Hand | 0000000 | 00000 |
Corrosion-Resistant Ball Joint Linkages


Made of stainless steel, these ball joint linkages offer more corrosion resistance than steel and zinc ball joint linkages. The stud is machined to fit perfectly inside its housing and swivel in all directions—good for light mechanical components and controls. Seals keep contaminants out. These ball joint linkages don't come lubricated, so you'll need to lubricate during installation and on an ongoing basis.
For technical drawings and 3-D models, click on a part number.
Shank | Ball Stud | ||||||||||
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Thread Size | Center Lg. | Thread Lg. | Thread Size | Center Lg. | Lg. | Max. Ball Swivel | Static Radial Load Cap. | Material | Ball Stud Thread Direction | Each | |
Right-Hand Threaded Shank | |||||||||||
10-32 | 7/8" | 7/16" | 10-32 | 7/8" | 7/16" | 35° | Not Rated | 304 Stainless Steel | Right Hand | 0000000 | 00000 |
1/4"-28 | 1" | 1/2" | 1/4"-28 | 1" | 9/16" | 35° | Not Rated | 304 Stainless Steel | Right Hand | 0000000 | 00000 |
5/16"-24 | 1 1/8" | 9/16" | 5/16"-24 | 1 3/16" | 11/16" | 35° | Not Rated | 304 Stainless Steel | Right Hand | 0000000 | 00000 |
3/8"-24 | 1 3/8" | 3/4" | 3/8"-24 | 1 9/16" | 7/8" | 35° | Not Rated | 304 Stainless Steel | Right Hand | 0000000 | 00000 |
1/2"-20 | 1 15/16" | 1" | 1/2"-20 | 2" | 1 1/8" | 35° | Not Rated | 304 Stainless Steel | Right Hand | 0000000 | 00000 |
M6 × 1 mm | 25mm | 13mm | M6 × 1 mm | 26mm | 14mm | 35° | Not Rated | 304 Stainless Steel | Right Hand | 00000000 | 00000 |
M8 × 1.25 mm | 28.5mm | 14mm | M8 × 1.25 mm | 31mm | 17.5mm | 35° | Not Rated | 304 Stainless Steel | Right Hand | 00000000 | 00000 |
M10 × 1.5 mm | 35mm | 19mm | M10 × 1.5 mm | 40mm | 22mm | 35° | Not Rated | 304 Stainless Steel | Right Hand | 00000000 | 00000 |
M12 × 1.75 mm | 49mm | 25mm | M12 × 1.75 mm | 51mm | 28.5mm | 35° | Not Rated | 304 Stainless Steel | Right Hand | 00000000 | 00000 |
Left-Hand Threaded Shank | |||||||||||
M6 × 1 mm | 25mm | 13mm | M6 × 1 mm | 26mm | 14mm | 35° | Not Rated | 304 Stainless Steel | Right Hand | 00000000 | 00000 |
M12 × 1.75 mm | 49mm | 25mm | M12 × 1.75 mm | 51mm | 28.5mm | 35° | Not Rated | 304 Stainless Steel | Right Hand | 00000000 | 00000 |
Bent-Swivel Ball Joint Linkages


Use these bent linkages for light duty applications. The stud is machined to fit perfectly inside its housing and swivel in all directions.
For technical drawings and 3-D models, click on a part number.
Shank | Ball Stud | ||||||||||
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Thread Size | Center Lg. | Thread Lg. | Thread Size | Center Lg. | Lg. | Max. Ball Swivel | Static Radial Load Cap. | Material | Ball Stud Thread Direction | Each | |
Right-Hand Threaded Shank | |||||||||||
1/4"-20 | 1 1/16" | 11/16" | 1/4"-20 | 1 3/16" | 9/16" | 30° | Not Rated | Zinc-Plated Carbon Steel | Right Hand | 0000000 | 00000 |
1/4"-28 | 1 1/16" | 9/16" | 1/4"-28 | 1 3/16" | 9/16" | 30° | Not Rated | Zinc-Plated Carbon Steel | Right Hand | 0000000 | 0000 |