- Rod end bearing, also known as domestic joint or spherical rod ends, is used at the ends of control rods, steering links, tie rods, or anywhere a joint is required precision.
- A rotating ball with an opening through which a screw or other fixing hardware can pass is pressed into a circular housing with an attached threaded shaft.
- The housing is made of machined low carbon steel that is plated for corrosion resistance.
- Rod end bearings are used at the ends of cylinders or links to take misalignment between two connected parts