Gibraltar 5A-MACH.-G Steel Eye Hole Rod End 1/2-13

Product Description

The GIBRALTAR 5A-MACH.-G is a steel eye hole rod end with a 1/2-13 external male thread and a black oxide finish. Rod ends of this type serve as pivot or linkage components in mechanical assemblies, allowing articulating motion between connected rods, clevis pins, or bolted joints. The shank diameter measures 0.5 inches, the thread length is 31/32 inches, and the hole center-to-end distance is 3.5 inches. Manufactured from Grade C-1030 and C-1035 steel, this rod end delivers the structural integrity required in industrial and mechanical service environments. Licensed tradespeople and mechanical assemblers working on linkage systems, actuator rods, or control mechanisms are the primary installers.

This rod end is suited for use in industrial machinery, mechanical linkage assemblies, and control rod applications where an articulating, threaded male end connection is required. The 0.5-inch hole diameter accommodates standard clevis pins and fasteners. The black oxide finish provides a degree of corrosion resistance appropriate for indoor or protected mechanical environments. This component is sold individually and is intended for applications specifying a 1/2-13 inch thread standard in inch-measurement systems.

Key Features

• 1/2-13 external male thread for standard inch-system fastener compatibility
• Grade C-1030 and C-1035 steel construction for reliable load-bearing performance
• Black oxide finish for mild corrosion resistance and reduced light reflection
• 0.5-inch hole diameter accommodates standard clevis pins
• 3.5-inch hole center-to-end length suitable for typical linkage spacing
• Head outside diameter of 1-1/32 inches with 0.5-inch head thickness

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style replacement or direct-install component for mechanical linkage assemblies requiring a 1/2-13 inch external male thread rod end with an eye hole head configuration.

Installation Notes

Installation is typically performed by millwrights, mechanical assemblers, or maintenance technicians working on industrial linkage systems. De-energize and lock out all machinery before removing or installing rod ends. Ensure the mating clevis pin or bolt diameter matches the 0.5-inch hole diameter and that thread engagement depth meets applicable engineering or mechanical code requirements. Do not exceed the rated load for the material grade when sizing this component for dynamic or high-cycle applications.