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Eyebolts—For Lifting


Also known as machinery eyebolts.
Zinc-plated steel eyebolts offer good corrosion resistance.
Note: Capacities listed are for vertical lifting only. Eyebolts with shoulder can be used for angular lifting up to 45°, but the capacities will be significantly reduced. For angular lifting, we recommend Hoist Rings. Eyebolts without shoulder are for vertical lifting only.
Warning: Never use to lift people or items over people.
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Size | Lg. | Shank Lg. | Eye Dia. | Vertical Capacity, lbs. | Specifications Met | Overall Lg. | Each | |
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Steel | ||||||||
7/16"-20 | 1 3/8" | 1 3/8" | 1 3/32" | 1,800 | ASTM A489 | 3 3/4" | 00000000 | 000000 |
Zinc-Plated Steel | ||||||||
7/16"-20 | 1 3/8" | 1 3/8" | 1 3/32" | 1,800 | ASTM A489 | 3 5/8" | 00000000 | 00000 |
Without Shoulder | ||||||||
Steel | ||||||||
7/16"-20 | 1 3/8" | 1 3/8" | 1 3/32" | 1,800 | ASTM A489 | 3 1/8" | 00000000 | 00000 |
Zinc-Plated Steel | ||||||||
7/16"-20 | 1 3/8" | 1 3/8" | 1 3/32" | 1,800 | ASTM A489 | 3 1/8" | 00000000 | 00000 |
Ball Joint Rod Ends


Made of steel, these rod ends generally handle higher loads than stainless steel, aluminum, and nylon rod ends. They don’t come lubricated, so you’ll need to lubricate during installation and on an ongoing basis.
Rod ends with an oversized shank have a shank that is one size larger than the ID to handle greater stress.
Zinc-plated steel rod ends provide moderate corrosion resistance.
Shank Thread Size | ID | Max. Ball Swivel | O'all Wd. | O'all Thick. | Shank Center Lg. | Shank Thread Lg. | Static Radial Load Cap., lbs. | Material | Choose a Shank Thread Direction | Each | |
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7/16"-20 | 7/16" | 21° | 1 1/8" | 9/16" | 2 1/8" | 1 3/8" | 7,850 | Zinc-Plated Carbon Steel | 00000000 | 000000 | |
Ball Joints with Oversized Shank | |||||||||||
7/16"-20 | 3/8" | 22° | 1 1/8" | 1/2" | 2 1/8" | 1 3/8" | 8,250 | Zinc-Plated Carbon Steel | 00000000 | 0000 |
Internally Threaded Ball Joint Rod Ends


Made of steel, these rod ends generally handle higher loads than stainless steel, aluminum, and nylon rod ends. They don’t come lubricated, so you’ll need to lubricate them during installation and on an ongoing basis.
Zinc-plated steel rod ends provide moderate corrosion resistance.
Shank Thread Size | ID | Max. Ball Swivel | O'all Wd. | O'all Thick. | Shank Center Lg. | Shank Thread Lg. | Static Radial Load Cap., lbs. | Material | Choose a Shank Thread Direction | Each | |
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7/16"-20 | 7/16" | 21° | 1 1/8" | 9/16" | 1 13/16" | 15/16" | 7,850 | Zinc-Plated Carbon Steel | 00000000 | 000000 |
Lubrication-Free Ball Joint Rod Ends


A carbon fiber-reinforced insert or PTFE liner reduces wear, handles shock loads, and eliminates the need for lubrication. Made of steel, these rod ends generally handle higher loads than stainless steel, aluminum, and nylon rod ends. All are zinc plated, so they resist corrosion for a short time before the finish is consumed and the steel is exposed.
Shank Thread Size | ID | Max. Ball Swivel | O'all Wd. | O'all Thick. | Shank Center Lg. | Shank Thread Lg. | Static Radial Load Cap., lbs. | Material | Choose a Shank Thread Direction | Each | |
7/16"-20 | 7/16" | 14° | 1 1/8" | 9/16" | 2 1/8" | 1 3/8" | 4,200 | Zinc-Plated Carbon Steel | 0000000 | 00000 |
Internally Threaded Lubrication-Free Ball Joint Rod Ends


A carbon fiber-reinforced insert or PTFE liner reduces wear, handles shock loads, and eliminates the need for lubrication. Made of steel, these rod ends generally handle higher loads than stainless steel, aluminum, and nylon rod ends. All are zinc plated, so they resist corrosion for a short time before the finish is consumed and the steel is exposed.
Shank Thread Size | ID | Max. Ball Swivel | O'all Wd. | O'all Thick. | Shank Center Lg. | Shank Thread Lg. | Static Radial Load Cap., lbs. | Material | Choose a Shank Thread Direction | Each | |
7/16"-20 | 7/16" | 14° | 1 1/8" | 9/16" | 1 13/16" | 15/16" | 4,300 | Zinc-Plated Carbon Steel | 0000000 | 00000 |
Ball Joint Rod Ends with Grease Fitting


Connect your grease gun to the fitting to lubricate. Made of steel, these rod ends generally handle higher loads than stainless steel, aluminum, and nylon rod ends.
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Shank Thread Size | ID | Max. Ball Swivel | O'all Wd. | O'all Thick. | Center Lg. | Thread Lg. | Static Radial Load Cap., lbs. | Material | Choose a Shank Thread Direction | Each | |
7/16"-20 | 7/16" | 21° | 1 1/8" | 9/16" | 2 1/8" | 1 3/8" | 4,450 | Carbon Steel | 000000 | 00000 |
Internally Threaded Ball Joint Rod Ends with Grease Fitting


Connect your grease gun to the fitting to lubricate. These rod ends don’t come lubricated, so you'll need to lubricate during installation and on an ongoing basis. Made of steel, they generally handle higher loads than stainless steel, aluminum, and nylon rod ends.
Shank Thread Size | ID | Max. Ball Swivel | O'all Wd. | O'all Thick. | Shank Center Lg. | Shank Thread Lg. | Static Radial Load Cap., lbs. | Material | Choose a Shank Thread Direction | Each | |
7/16"-20 | 7/16" | 21° | 1 1/8" | 9/16" | 1 13/16" | 15/16" | 6,400 | Carbon Steel | 0000000 | 00000 |
Ball Joint Rod Ends with Nut


For ease of installation, these rod ends come with a compatible jam nut. They have an eyelet and a ball that swivel to support angular misalignment. All are carbon steel, so they handle higher loads than stainless steel, aluminum, and nylon rod ends. However, they don’t resist corrosion. They need to be lubricated when first installed and periodically after that. Apply any type of bearing grease to the ball, and rotate it to work it into the races.
Shank Thread Size | ID | Max. Ball Swivel | O'all Wd. | O'all Thick. | Shank Center Lg. | Shank Thread Lg. | Static Radial Load Cap., lbs. | Material | Choose a Shank Thread Direction | Each | |
7/16"-20 | 7/16" | 21° | 1 1/8" | 9/16" | 2 1/8" | 1 3/8" | 7,850 | Zinc-Plated Carbon Steel | 00000000 | 000000 |
Oil-Embedded Ball Joint Rod Ends


An oil-embedded bronze insert slowly releases lubricant throughout the life of the rod end. These rod ends will require ongoing lubrication. Made of zinc-plated steel, they generally handle higher loads than stainless steel, aluminum, and nylon rod ends and offer moderate corrosion resistance.
Shank Thread Size | ID | Max. Ball Swivel | O'all Wd. | O'all Thick. | Shank Center Lg. | Shank Thread Lg. | Static Radial Load Cap., lbs. | Material | Choose a Shank Thread Direction | Each | |
7/16"-20 | 7/16" | 14° | 1 1/8" | 9/16" | 2 1/8" | 1 3/8" | 4,200 | Zinc-Plated Carbon Steel | 00000000 | 00000 |
Internally Threaded Oil-Embedded Ball Joint Rod Ends


An oil-embedded bronze insert slowly releases lubricant throughout the life of the rod end. These rod ends will require ongoing lubrication. Made of zinc-plated steel, they generally handle higher loads than stainless steel, aluminum, and nylon rod ends and offer moderate corrosion resistance.
Shank Thread Size | ID | Max. Ball Swivel | O'all Wd. | O'all Thick. | Shank Center Lg. | Shank Thread Lg. | Static Radial Load Cap., lbs. | Material | Choose a Shank Thread Direction | Each | |
7/16"-20 | 7/16" | 14° | 1 1/8" | 9/16" | 1 13/16" | 15/16" | 4,300 | Zinc-Plated Carbon Steel | 00000000 | 00000 |
Super-Swivel Ball Joint Rod Ends


With at least 55° of ball swivel, these rod ends accommodate greater misalignment than any other externally threaded rod end we offer. They generally handle higher loads than stainless steel, aluminum, and nylon rod ends. A PTFE liner allows smooth ball rotation and eliminates the need for lubrication.
Zinc-plated steel rod ends provide more corrosion resistance than black-oxide steel.
Shank Thread Size | ID | Max. Ball Swivel | O'all Wd. | O'all Thick. | Shank Center Lg. | Shank Thread Lg. | Static Radial Load Cap., lbs. | Material | Choose a Shank Thread Direction | Each | |
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7/16"-20 | 7/16" | 58° | 1 5/16" | 1" | 2 7/16" | 1 1/2" | 14,400 | Zinc-Plated Alloy Steel | 0000000 | 000000 |
Mil. Spec. Ball Joint Rod Ends


Made of cadmium-plated steel, these rod ends generally handle higher loads than stainless steel, aluminum, and nylon rod ends. They provide moderate corrosion resistance. All have a PTFE liner that allows smooth ball rotation and eliminates the need for lubrication. Liner meets SAE AS81820.
Shank Thread Size | ID | Max. Ball Swivel | O'all Wd. | O'all Thick. | Shank Center Lg. | Shank Thread Lg. | Static Radial Load Cap., lbs. | Specifications Met | Material | Shank Thread Direction | Each | |
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7/16"-20 | 7/16" | 10° | 1 1/8" | 9/16" | 2 1/8" | 1 1/4" | 12,000 | MIL-B-81935 SAE AS81820 SAE AS81935 | Cadmium-Plated Alloy Steel | Right Hand | 00000000 | 0000000 |
Internally Threaded Mil. Spec. Ball Joint Rod Ends


Made of cadmium-plated steel, these rod ends generally handle higher loads than stainless steel, aluminum, and nylon rod ends. They provide moderate corrosion resistance. All have a PTFE liner that allows smooth ball rotation and eliminates the need for lubrication. Liner meets SAE AS81820.
Shank Thread Size | ID | Max. Ball Swivel | O'all Wd. | O'all Thick. | Shank Center Lg. | Shank Thread Lg. | Static Radial Load Cap., lbs. | Specifications Met | Material | Shank Thread Direction | Each | |
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7/16"-20 | 7/16" | 10° | 1 1/8" | 9/16" | 2" | 1 1/8" | 12,000 | MIL-B-81935 SAE AS81820 SAE AS81935 | Cadmium-Plated Alloy Steel | Right Hand | 00000000 | 0000000 |
Internally Threaded Ultra-Precision Ball Joint Rod Ends


Made to extremely tight tolerances, these rod ends are for applications that require positioning accuracy, such as accelerators and other types of control linkages. Rod ends are steel and generally handle higher loads than stainless steel, aluminum, and nylon rod ends. They have a heat-treated steel ball for added strength and a brass insert for smooth operation. They come lubricated, so you won't need to lubricate them at installation. They will require ongoing lubrication.
Zinc- and cadmium-plated rod ends provide moderate corrosion resistance.
Shank Thread Size | ID | Max. Ball Swivel | O'all Wd. | O'all Thick. | Shank Center Lg. | Shank Thread Lg. | Static Radial Load Cap., lbs. | Material | Shank Thread Direction | Each | |
7/16"-20 | 7/16" | 11° | 1 1/8" | 9/16" | 1 13/16" | 1 1/16" | 5,350 | Zinc-Plated Carbon Steel | Right Hand | 0000000 | 000000 |
Ultra-Precision Ball Joint Rod Ends


Made to extremely tight tolerances, these rod ends are for applications that require positioning accuracy, such as accelerators and other types of control linkages. Rod ends are steel and generally handle higher loads than stainless steel, aluminum, and nylon rod ends. They have a heat-treated steel ball for added strength and a brass insert for smooth operation. They come lubricated, so you won't need to lubricate them at installation.
Zinc- and cadmium-plated rod ends provide moderate corrosion resistance.
Shank Thread Size | ID | Max. Ball Swivel | O'all Wd. | O'all Thick. | Shank Center Lg. | Shank Thread Lg. | Static Radial Load Cap., lbs. | Material | Shank Thread Direction | Each | |
7/16"-20 | 7/16" | 11° | 1 1/8" | 9/16" | 2 1/8" | 1 3/8" | 5,000 | Zinc-Plated Carbon Steel | Right Hand | 0000000 | 000000 |
Extended-Life Ball Joint Rod Ends


Seals keep out dirt and an oil-embedded foam insert slowly releases lubricant for a long life. You can remove the insert to add more oil if it starts to run dry. These rod ends have an eyelet and a ball that swivels to support angular misalignment. Made of zinc-plated steel, they have moderate corrosion resistance.
Shank Thread Size | ID | Max. Ball Swivel | O'all Wd. | O'all Thick. | Shank Center Lg. | Shank Thread Lg. | Static Radial Load Cap., lbs. | Material | Choose a Shank Thread Direction | Each | |
7/16"-20 | 7/16" | 21° | 1 1/8" | 21/32" | 2 1/8" | 1 3/8" | 5,300 | Zinc-Plated Carbon Steel | 0000000 | 000000 |
Corrosion-Resistant Ball Joint Rod Ends


Made of stainless steel, these rod ends provide excellent corrosion resistance. A PTFE liner allows smooth ball rotation and eliminates the need for lubrication.
Shank Thread Size | ID | Max. Ball Swivel | O'all Wd. | O'all Thick. | Shank Center Lg. | Shank Thread Lg. | Static Radial Load Cap., lbs. | Material | Choose a Shank Thread Direction | Each | |
7/16"-20 | 7/16" | 21° | 1 1/8" | 9/16" | 2 1/8" | 1 3/8" | 3,750 | 303 Stainless Steel | 00000000 | 000000 |
Internally Threaded Corrosion-Resistant Ball Joint Rod Ends


Made of stainless steel, these rod ends provide excellent corrosion resistance. A PTFE liner allows smooth ball rotation and eliminates the need for lubrication.
Shank Thread Size | ID | Max. Ball Swivel | O'all Wd. | O'all Thick. | Shank Center Lg. | Shank Thread Lg. | Static Radial Load Cap., lbs. | Material | Choose a Shank Thread Direction | Each | |
7/16"-20 | 7/16" | 21° | 1 1/8" | 9/16" | 1 13/16" | 15/16" | 3,750 | 303 Stainless Steel | 00000000 | 000000 |
Lightweight Corrosion-Resistant Ball Joint Rod Ends

These anodized aluminum rod ends are lighter than stainless steel rod ends and have good corrosion resistance. A PTFE liner allows smooth ball rotation and eliminates the need for lubrication.
Shank Thread Size | ID | Max. Ball Swivel | O'all Wd. | O'all Thick. | Shank Center Lg. | Shank Thread Lg. | Static Radial Load Cap., lbs. | Material | Choose a Shank Thread Direction | Each | |
7/16"-20 | 7/16" | 14° | 1 1/8" | 9/16" | 2 1/8" | 1 3/8" | 4,500 | Anodized 7075 Aluminum | 00000000 | 000000 |
Internally Threaded Lightweight Corrosion-Resistant Ball Joint Rod Ends


These anodized aluminum rod ends are lighter than stainless steel rod ends and have good corrosion resistance. A PTFE liner allows smooth ball rotation and eliminates the need for lubrication.
Shank Thread Size | ID | Max. Ball Swivel | O'all Wd. | O'all Thick. | Shank Center Lg. | Shank Thread Lg. | Static Radial Load Cap., lbs. | Material | Shank Thread Direction | Each | |
7/16"-20 | 7/16" | 14° | 1 1/8" | 9/16" | 1 13/16" | 15/16" | 4,500 | Anodized 7075 Aluminum | Right Hand | 000000000 | 000000 |
Internally Threaded Chemical-Resistant Ball Joint Rod Ends


Made of impact-resistant nylon, these rod ends withstand corrosion as well as fuels, lyes, and weak acids. They are also 80% lighter than steel rod ends. A self-lubricating nylon ball provides maximum abrasion resistance and eliminates the need for lubrication.
Shank Thread Size | ID | Max. Ball Swivel | O'all Wd. | O'all Thick. | Shank Center Lg. | Shank Thread Lg. | Static Radial Load Cap., lbs. | Temp. Range, °F | Material | Specifications Met | Shank Thread Direction | Each | |
7/16"-20 | 7/16" | 22° | 1 1/8" | 9/16" | 1 13/16" | 15/16" | 270 | -20° to 175° | Nylon Plastic | ISO 12240-4 | Right Hand | 00000000 | 000000 |
Chemical-Resistant Ball Joint Rod Ends


Made of impact-resistant nylon, these rod ends withstand corrosion as well as fuels, lyes, and weak acids. They are also 80% lighter than steel rod ends. A self-lubricating nylon ball provides maximum abrasion resistance and eliminates the need for lubrication.
Shank Thread Size | ID | Max. Ball Swivel | O'all Wd. | O'all Thick. | Shank Center Lg. | Shank Thread Lg. | Static Radial Load Cap., lbs. | Temp. Range, °F | Material | Specifications Met | Shank Thread Direction | Each | |
7/16"-20 | 7/16" | 22° | 1 1/8" | 9/16" | 2 1/8" | 1 3/8" | 85 | -20° to 175° | Nylon Plastic | ISO 12240-4 | Right Hand | 00000000 | 000000 |
High-Load Ball Joint Rod Ends


Rod ends with an oversized shank have a shank that is one size larger than the ID to handle greater stress.
Rod ends with Nylon/PTFE insert have a durable, self-sealing insert that reduces wear. Rod ends with zinc-plated steel insert provide moderate corrosion resistance.
Shank Thread Size | ID | Max. Ball Swivel | O'all Wd. | O'all Thick. | Shank Center Lg. | Shank Thread Lg. | Static Radial Load Cap., lbs. | Material | Choose a Shank Thread Direction | Each | |
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Nylon/PTFE Plastic Blend Insert | |||||||||||
7/16"-20 | 7/16" | 14° | 1 1/8" | 9/16" | 2 1/8" | 1 3/8" | 10,250 | Chrome-Moly Steel | 000000 | 000000 | |
Zinc-Plated Alloy Steel Insert and PTFE Plastic Liner | |||||||||||
7/16"-20 | 7/16" | 14° | 1 1/8" | 9/16" | 2 1/8" | 1 3/8" | 10,250 | Zinc-Plated Alloy Steel | 00000000 | 00000 | |
Ball Joints with Oversized Shank | |||||||||||
Nylon/PTFE Plastic Blend Insert | |||||||||||
7/16"-20 | 3/8" | 10° | 1 1/8" | 1/2" | 2 1/8" | 1 3/8" | 14,000 | Chrome-Moly Steel | 0000000 | 00000 |
Internally Threaded High-Load Ball Joint Rod Ends


These steel rod ends handle loads that are at least 25% higher than other comparably sized rod ends. PTFE allows smooth rotation and eliminates the need for lubrication.
Rod ends with Nylon/PTFE insert have a durable, self-sealing insert that reduces wear. Rod ends with zinc-plated steel insert provide moderate corrosion resistance.
Shank Thread Size | ID | Max. Ball Swivel | O'all Wd. | O'all Thick. | Shank Center Lg. | Shank Thread Lg. | Static Radial Load Cap., lbs. | Material | Choose a Shank Thread Direction | Each | |
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Nylon/PTFE Plastic Blend Insert | |||||||||||
7/16"-20 | 7/16" | 14° | 1 1/8" | 9/16" | 1 13/16" | 1 1/16" | 10,250 | Chrome-Moly Steel | 0000000 | 000000 | |
Zinc-Plated Alloy Steel Insert and PTFE Plastic Liner | |||||||||||
7/16"-20 | 7/16" | 14° | 1 1/8" | 9/16" | 1 13/16" | 1 1/16" | 10,250 | Zinc-Plated Alloy Steel | 00000000 | 00000 |
High-Speed Ball Bearing Rod Ends


A double row of precision ball bearings allows high speeds and smooth operation. Rod ends are made of cadmium- or zinc-plated steel, which both offer moderate corrosion resistance. Seals keep lubricant in and dirt out.
Cadmium-plated steel rod ends have lubricant that meets MIL-PRF-81322. They won’t require ongoing lubrication. Those with an oversized shank have a shank that is one size larger than the ID to handle greater stress.
Shank Thread Size | ID | Max. Ball Swivel | O'all Wd. | O'all Thick. | Shank Center Lg. | Shank Thread Lg. | Static Radial Load Cap., lbs. | Specifications Met | Shank Thread Direction | Each | |
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Cadmium-Plated Alloy Steel | |||||||||||
7/16"-20 | 5/16" | 20° | 1 1/4" | 7/8" | 2 7/16" | 1 9/16" | 2,900 | MIL-PRF-81322, MS21151 | Right Hand | 0000000 | 0000000 |