Thrust spherical plain bearings with sliding contact surface combination steel/steel are suitable for heavy single direction axial loads or combined axial and radial loads as well as heavy alternating loads. Rod ends with a threaded shank requiring maintenance are available with sliding contact surface combination steel/steel.

Precision & Commercial Spherical Bearings and Rod Ends Rod end bearings are used on the ends of cylinders or linkages to take up misalignment between two connected parts. Both male and female configurations are available and offer optional lubricator fittings.Spherical rod ends, also known as Heim joints, from Grainger allow pivoting in the housing to help compensate for misalignment in industrial applications. Self-lubricating rod ends and stainless steel rod ends both can be ideal for low- to moderate-load applications where parts lubrication is not desirable.