Heim Joints

A “rod end” and a “heim joint” refer to the same type of mechanical component. The term “heim joint” is commonly used in North America and originates from the H.G. Heim Company, which was one of the original manufacturers of these joints during World War II. In other regions, especially the UK, they are also called “rose joints”.A rod end, or heim joint, is a mechanical articulating joint that consists of a ball swivel with a hole through it, housed in a casing with a threaded shaft. This design allows for a limited degree of misalignment, making them ideal for applications where flexibility and adjustability are required—such as in steering, suspension, and various linkage systems in vehicles and machinery

Heim Joints Diameters

Heim Joints are available on the FCH Network with Imperial/US diameters that range from #1 to 6 and with Metric diameters that range from M6 to M20.

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US/Imperial diameters
Metric diameters
Heim Joints Lengths

Heim Joints are available on the FCH Network with lengths that range from 1 1/2 to 14.

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Heim Joints Materials

Heim Joints are available on the FCH Network in materials that range from Steel to Rubber, Buna-N, Neoprene etc.

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Heim Joints Finishes

Heim Joints are available on the FCH Network in finishes or coatings that range from Plain to Painted

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