Product Overview: The POS 12 Male Rod End Bearing
The POS 12 is a high-performance, maintenance-type Rod End Bearing, also commonly known as a heim joint. Featuring a 12mm bore diameter and an external male thread, this component is essential for creating precise and articulating linkages in a wide range of mechanical systems. The POS 12 is engineered with a steel-on-steel spherical plain bearing, providing a durable and reliable pivot point capable of accommodating misalignment and facilitating smooth oscillatory movements. Its robust construction ensures longevity even in demanding industrial environments.
As a key component in our Male Thread rod end series, the POS 12 is designed to connect shafts, rods, and other machine parts, allowing for angular rotation and movement. It is a fundamental part for motion transfer applications, from complex automation to simple control linkages. Explore our complete selection of rod end bearings to find the perfect solution for your engineering needs.
Key Features of the POS 12 Rod End
- Male Threaded Shank: Features a standard external (male) thread for easy and secure mounting into female-threaded components.
- Steel-on-Steel Contact: The sliding surfaces are made of hardened steel, making it suitable for applications with high alternating loads and shock stresses.
- Self-Aligning Capability: The spherical ball design allows it to accommodate significant angular misalignment between the shaft and housing.
- High-Strength Construction: Manufactured from high-quality steel for excellent load-carrying capacity and resistance to wear and deformation.
- Versatile Mounting: Its standardized design allows for straightforward integration into various mechanical assemblies.
- Maintenance-Required Design: Requires periodic lubrication to ensure optimal performance and extend service life, ideal for heavy-duty applications.
Common Applications of POS 12 Rod Ends
- Hydraulic & Pneumatic Cylinders: Connects the cylinder rod to other machine parts, compensating for any operational misalignment.
- Automotive & Motorsports: Used in steering linkages, suspension systems, and shifter mechanisms for precise control.
- Industrial Machinery: Essential for linkage arms in packaging machines, printing presses, and textile equipment.
- Agricultural Equipment: Found in control linkages for tractors, harvesters, and other farm machinery.
- Robotics & Automation: Provides critical pivot points in robotic arms and automated manufacturing lines.
- Marine Applications: Used in steering and control systems on boats and other watercraft.
Benefits of Using the POS 12 Bearing
- Simplified Linkage Design: Offers a compact and effective solution for connecting pivoting parts, simplifying complex mechanical designs.
- Enhanced Precision: Reduces play and friction in mechanical linkages, leading to more accurate and responsive motion control.
- Increased Reliability: The robust construction minimizes the risk of failure in critical joints, enhancing overall machine safety and reliability.
- Cost-Effective Solution: Provides a durable and long-lasting pivot point at an economical price point.
- Reduced Wear on Components: By accommodating misalignment, it reduces stress and premature wear on connected shafts and parts.
- Improved Load Distribution: Effectively handles radial and combined loads, ensuring stable performance under various operating conditions.
