Single-Axis Pin Joints for Linkage & Cylinders

Clevis Rod Ends & Clevis Joints & Clevis

SYZ supplies DIN 71752 clevis rod ends, clevis joints, and DIN 71751 clevis components for cylinder rods, control linkage, machinery pivots, and custom fork-end assemblies. Choose standard CR/CL inch clevis rod ends, metric G series clevis joints, or send us your drawing for a custom clevis.

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Clevis rod ends, clevis joints, and custom clevis components

Inch + Metric

CR/CL & G-Series

RH & LH

Thread Options

DIN 71752 & 71751

Metric Standards

12 + 49

Standard Sizes

ISO 9001:2015 Certified

Factory Direct Sourcing

15-30 Day Lead Time

OEM-Grade Tolerances

Product Guide

What Are Clevis Rod Ends & Clevis Joints?

A clevis rod end is a U-shaped fitting with a clevis eye and cross-hole clevis connection. A clevis pin passes through the fork and mating tab, creating a strong axis of rotation for linkage that moves in one plane.

Compared with a spherical rod end, a clevis joint is simpler, rigid, and easier to assemble when the mechanism only needs single-axis motion. SYZ manufactures rod clevis, yoke clevis, swivel clevis, DIN 71752 clevis rod ends, DIN 71751 clevis, and custom clevis parts from carbon steel, stainless steel, aluminum, chromoly steel, or titanium.

Selection rule: Use a clevis when the load path and pivot motion stay in one plane. Use a rod end or ball joint when the mating linkage needs angular misalignment or multi-axis articulation.

Selection Matrix

Standard Clevis Rod End & Clevis Joint Series

Choose from inch CR/CL clevis rod ends or metric DIN 71752 G series clevis joints, then use the size chart and technical drawing to confirm thread, pin bore, and fork dimensions.

Inch Clevis Rod Ends

CR / CL Clevis Rod Ends

CR and CL clevis rod ends are inch threaded fork-end components for adjustable linkage, racing hardware, control rods, and mechanical assemblies requiring a pinned single-axis joint.

MaterialCarbon steel or stainless steel optional

Surface TreatmentZinc plating polished or hard chrome plating

ThreadMale right hand / left hand thread

Use CaseAdjustable linkage and clevis rod end assemblies

View CR / CL Specs

Durable zinc plated CR CL clevis linkage hardware

Spec size chart

Right Hand Part No.	Left Hand Part No.	Thread Male 3A REF	B DIA. +.005 -.000	D DIA. +.010 -.010	W Width +.005 -.005	S Width +.005 -.005	A Length +.015 -.015	C Length +.062 -.031
CR4-5	CL4-5	5/16-24	0.2500	0.875	0.625	0.188	2.250	1.250
CR5-5	CL5-5	5/16-24	0.3125	0.875	0.625	0.188	2.250	1.250
CR5-6	CL5-6	3/8-24	0.3125	0.875	0.625	0.188	2.250	1.250
CR5-8	CL5-8	1/2-20	0.3125	1.000	0.750	0.250	2.500	1.500
CR6-8	CL6-8	1/2-20	0.3750	1.000	0.750	0.250	2.500	1.500
CR6-10	CL6-10	5/8-18	0.3750	1.125	0.825	0.375	3.375	2.000
CR6-12	CL6-12	3/4-16	0.3750	1.125	0.825	0.375	3.375	2.000
CR7-8	CL7-8	1/2-20	0.4375	1.125	0.825	0.375	3.375	2.000
CR7-10	CL7-10	5/8-18	0.4375	1.125	0.825	0.375	3.375	2.000
CR8-10	CL8-10	5/8-18	0.5000	1.125	0.825	0.375	3.375	2.000
CR8-12	CL8-12	3/4-16	0.5000	1.125	0.825	0.250	3.375	2.000
CR8-12-1	CL8-12-1	3/4-16	0.5000	1.125	0.825	0.375	3.375	2.000

Technical Drawing

DIN 71752 Metric Clevis

DIN 71752 G Series Clevis

G series clevis joints are metric female threaded fork heads for cylinder rods, actuators, and European machinery assemblies where DIN-style dimensions and repeatable fit are required.

MaterialCarbon steel, stainless steel, and aluminum optional

Surface TreatmentZinc plating

Type 1With clevis pin, washer, cotter pin optional

Type 2With clevis spring pin optional

ThreadFemale with right or left hand thread

View G Series Specs

Spec size chart

Part NO.	THREAD d2	d1 H9	l1 +0.5 -0.5	w3	w4	w1	w2	d3	l2 +0.5 -0.5	l3	l4	APPROX WEIGHT (GRAM)
G 4x8	M4	4	8	8	8	4	4	8	21	16	6.0	5
G 4x16	M4	4	16	8	8	4	4	8	29	24	6.0	7
G 5x10	M5	5	10	10	10	5	5	9	26	20	7.5	9
G 5x20	M5	5	20	10	10	5	5	9	36	30	7.5	13
G 6x12	M6	6	12	12	12	6	6	10	31	24	9.0	15
G 6x24	M6	6	24	12	12	6	6	10	43	36	9.0	21
G 8x16	M8	8	16	16	16	8	8	14	42	32	12.0	37
G 8x16FG	M8X1	8	16	16	16	8	8	14	42	32	12.0	37
G 8x32	M8	8	32	16	16	8	8	14	58	48	12.0	54
G 8x32FG	M8X1	8	32	16	16	8	8	14	58	48	12.0	54
G 10x20	M10	10	20	20	20	10	10	18	52	40	15.0	74
G 10x20FG	M10X1.25	10	20	20	20	10	10	18	52	40	15.0	74
G 10x40	M10	10	40	20	20	10	10	18	72	60	15.0	116
G 10x40FG	M10X1.25	10	40	20	20	10	10	18	72	60	15.0	116
G 12x24	M12	12	24	24	24	12	12	20	62	48	18.0	121
G 12x24FG	M12X1.25	12	24	24	24	12	12	20	62	48	18.0	121
G 12x48	M12	12	48	24	24	12	12	20	86	72	18.0	175
G 12x48FG	M12X1.25	12	48	24	24	12	12	20	86	72	18.0	175
G 14x28	M14	14	28	27	27	14	14	24	72	56	22.5	178
G 14x28FG	M14X1.5	14	28	27	27	14	14	24	72	56	22.5	178
G 14x56	M14	14	56	27	27	14	14	24	101	85	22.5	258
G 14x56FG	M14X1.5	14	56	27	27	14	14	24	101	85	22.5	258
G 16x32	M16	16	32	32	32	16	16	26	83	64	24.0	282
G 16x32FG	M16X1.5	16	32	32	32	16	16	26	83	64	24.0	282
G 16x64	M16	16	64	32	32	16	16	26	115	96	24.0	411
G 16x64FG	M16X1.5	16	64	32	32	16	16	26	115	96	24.0	411
G 18x36	M18	18	36	36	36	18	18	30	94	72	27.0	390
G 18x36FG	M18X1.5	18	36	36	36	18	18	30	94	72	27.0	390
G 20x40	M20	20	40	40	40	20	20	34	105	80	30.0	550
G 20x40FG	M20X1.5	20	40	40	40	20	20	34	105	80	30.0	550
G 20x80	M20	20	80	40	40	20	20	34	145	120	30.0	800
G 20x80FG	M20X1.5	20	80	40	40	20	20	34	145	120	30.0	800
G 25x50	M24	25	50	50	50	25	25	42	132	100	36.0	1100
G 25x50FG	M24X2	25	50	50	50	25	25	42	132	100	36.0	1100
G 28x56	M27	28	56	55	55	28	28	48	148	112	40.0	1500
G 28x56FG	M27X2	28	56	55	55	28	28	48	148	112	40.0	1500
G 30x54FG	M27X2	30	54	55	55	30	30	48	148	110	40.0	1440
G 30x60	M30	30	60	60	60	30	30	52	160	120	42.0	1970
G 30x60FG	M30X2	30	60	60	60	30	30	52	160	120	42.0	1970
G 35x54FG	M36X2	35	54	70	70	35	35	60	188	144	54.0	2930
G 35x72	M36	35	72	70	70	35	35	60	188	144	54.0	2930
G 35x72FG	M36X2	35	72	70	70	35	35	60	188	144	54.0	2930
G 36x72	M36	35	72	70	70	36	36	60	188	144	54.0	2930
G 36x72FG	M36X2	35	72	70	70	36	36	60	188	144	54.0	2930
G 40x84FG	M42X2	40	84	85	85	40	40	70	232	168	63.5	5640
G 42x84	M42	42	84	85	85	42	42	70	232	168	63.5	5340
G 42x84FG	M42X2	42	84	85	85	42	42	70	232	168	63.5	5340
G 50x96	M48	50	96	96	96	50	50	82	265	192	73.0	7860
G 50x96FG	M48X2	50	96	96	96	50	50	82	265	192	73.0	7860

Technical Drawing

Custom Clevis Manufacturing

Custom Threaded Clevis Forks, Yoke Clevises & Clevis Parts

Beyond standard clevis rod ends, SYZ manufactures custom clevises for racing, steering, suspension, agricultural machinery, and industrial linkage assemblies.

Buggy Clevis Limit Strap Clevis

Material: Carbon Steel

Surface: Yellow Zinc Plating

Dimension: Inch

Legend Car Clevis

Type: A-arm Clevis

Material: 4130 Chromoly Steel

Surface: Blackening

Dimension: Inch

Weld-in Clevis

Material: 4130 Chromoly Steel / Carbon Steel / Titanium

Surface: Original

Dimension: Inch or Metric

Clevis Rod End Male

Material: Stainless Steel

Surface: Original Raw Material

Dimension: Inch or Millimeters

Clevis Bracket

Material: Carbon Steel

Surface: Powder Coating

Dimension: Inch or Millimeters

Forged Yoke End

Material: Carbon Steel

Surface: White Zinc Plating

Dimension: Inch or Millimeters

Steering Clevis

Material: Customized

Surface: Customized

Dimension: Customized

Agricultural Clevis

Material: Forged Steel

Surface: Plain / Self-Color

Dimension: Inch or Millimeters

Steering Rack Clevis

Material: Aluminum

Surface: Anodized

Dimension: Inch or Millimeters

Shock Swivel Clevis

Material: Chromoly Steel

Surface: White Zinc Plating

Dimension: Inch or Millimeters

Clevis Joint

Material: Carbon Steel

Surface: Customized

Dimension: Customized

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Manufacturing Quality

Clevis Manufacturing Details That Affect Assembly Fit

Threads, plating, marking, and clevis fork tolerances are controlled to keep bulk orders consistent from batch to batch.

Precision Threads

High-precision thread rolling or cutting ensures smooth, burr-free threads. Each batch is inspected with go/no-go gauges for reliable assembly.

Flawless Surface Finish

Eco-friendly zinc plating, zinc-nickel alloy, or hot-dip galvanizing options support corrosion resistance, with 48-96 hour salt spray targets available by request.

Clear Laser Marking

Batch numbers, WLL, key specifications, or customer logos can be laser-etched for traceability and easier warehouse identification.

Strict Tolerance Control

Pin hole diameter, clevis eye alignment, fork gap, and jaw opening are controlled to reduce side play, binding, and assembly rework.

Customization Options

Materials, Surface Treatments, Threads & Sizes

SYZ can build custom clevis parts around your application load, corrosion exposure, drawing tolerances, and assembly requirements.

Material Options

Carbon Steel

1018 / 1020 / 1045 / A3 / Q235 etc.

Chromoly Steel

4130 / 4040 / 4340 / 8620 / 8640

Stainless Steel

303 / 304 / 316 / 412 / 17-4 etc.

Aluminum Alloy

5052 / 6061 / 6063 / 6082 / 2017 / 7075 etc.

Titanium

TA2 / TC3 / TC4 / Ti-6al-4v / TAV6E / TC10 etc.

Surface Treatment Options

White / Yellow Zinc Plating

General-purpose corrosion protection for steel clevis parts.

Hard Chrome Plating Polishing

Wear-resistant surface option for selected linkage parts.

Blackening Treatment

Dark finish option for motorsport and machinery hardware.

Powder Coating

Color coating option for brackets and large fabricated clevises.

Original Raw Material

Raw or machined finish for stainless steel, aluminum, titanium, or weld-in parts.

Thread & Size Options

Female LH/RH Thread

Metric G series and custom female clevis joints.

Male LH/RH Thread

CR/CL clevis rod ends and custom male threaded clevises.

Metric Sizes

DIN-style and drawing-based metric dimensions.

Inch Sizes

US linkage, racing, steering, and agricultural clevis dimensions.

Comparison

Rod End Clevis vs. Rod End vs. Ball Joint

Clevis rod ends play a key role in mechanical linkages, especially where the connection must pivot around a defined pin axis. The right joint style depends on how much angular movement, alignment freedom, and assembly strength your design needs.

Joint Style	Motion Profile	Connection Method	Best Applications	When Not To Use
Clevis Rod End / Clevis Joint	Single-axis hinge movement around a clevis pin	U-shaped fork, clevis eye, cross-hole, and pin	Cylinder rods, brake linkage, planar machinery, control rods	Applications needing continuous angular misalignment
Rod End / Heim Joint	Multi-axis spherical articulation	Spherical ball bore mounted with a bolt or stud	Suspension links, steering arms, misaligned linkages	Simple planar joints where a rigid fork is more economical
Ball Joint	Compact multi-axis angular movement	Ball stud captured in a socket housing	Throttle controls, small linkage, quick disconnects	Heavy fork-end assemblies requiring a clevis pin connection

Applications

Typical Clevis Applications & Reference Standards

Standard and custom clevis parts are used across agricultural, industrial, lifting, steering, and actuator linkage systems.

Agricultural Hitch Clevis

Reference: ASAE S278.6 / ISO 730

Quick-release, corrosion-resistant clevis assemblies with locking pin options.

Materials: Carbon steel, hot-dip galvanized or zinc plated

Industrial DIN Clevis

Reference: DIN 71752 & ISO 8140

High thread precision and tight tolerances for cylinder rods and actuator linkage.

Materials: Medium carbon steel C45, phosphate or zinc finish

Lifting Hook Clevis

Reference: ASME B30.10 & EN 1677

Forged clevis connection with safety latch and clear WLL marking requirements.

Materials: Alloy steel G80 / G100

Steering & Suspension Clevis

Reference: SAE J847 / ISO 1102

Heavy-duty design for high strength and fatigue-resistant vehicle linkage assemblies.

Materials: Hot forged alloy steel

Metric Cylinder Clevis

Reference: DIN 71752

High dimensional accuracy and easy assembly for pneumatic or hydraulic cylinder rods.

Materials: Stainless steel 304 / 316

FAQ

Common Clevis Questions

What is the difference between a clevis rod end and a rod end bearing?

A clevis rod end uses a fork and pin for one-axis rotation. A rod end bearing uses a spherical ball for multi-axis angular misalignment. Use a clevis when the linkage moves in a fixed plane.

What does CR / CL mean for inch clevis rod ends?

CR typically indicates right-hand thread and CL indicates left-hand thread. Pairing right-hand and left-hand threaded parts allows linkage length adjustment by rotating the connecting rod.

Can SYZ supply DIN 71752 clevis joints with pins and clips?

Yes. G series clevis joints can be supplied with clevis pin, washer, cotter pin, or clevis spring pin options depending on your assembly requirement.

How should I size a clevis for my application?

Confirm the thread size and hand, clevis pin diameter, fork gap width, mating tab thickness, and load direction. If you send a drawing, SYZ can check the key dimensions before quotation.

Can you manufacture custom clevises from drawings or samples?

Yes. SYZ can produce custom clevis forks, steering clevises, weld-in clevises, yoke ends, brackets, and special threaded clevis components from drawings, samples, or target specifications.

Which materials and finishes are available?

Common options include carbon steel, chromoly steel, stainless steel, aluminum alloy, and titanium. Surface treatments include zinc plating, blackening, hard chrome, powder coating, and raw machined finish.

Factory Direct

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Send us your thread sizes, pin diameters, material, quantities, and drawings. We will respond with pricing and production recommendations.

Clevis Rod Ends & Clevis Joints & Clevis

What Are Clevis Rod Ends & Clevis Joints?

Standard Clevis Rod End & Clevis Joint Series

CR / CL Clevis Rod Ends

Spec size chart

DIN 71752 G Series Clevis

Spec size chart

Custom Threaded Clevis Forks, Yoke Clevises & Clevis Parts

Buggy Clevis Limit Strap Clevis

Legend Car Clevis

Weld-in Clevis

Clevis Rod End Male

Clevis Bracket

Forged Yoke End

Steering Clevis

Agricultural Clevis

Steering Rack Clevis

Shock Swivel Clevis

Clevis Joint

Clevis Manufacturing Details That Affect Assembly Fit

Precision Threads

Flawless Surface Finish

Clear Laser Marking

Strict Tolerance Control

Materials, Surface Treatments, Threads & Sizes

Material Options

Carbon Steel

Chromoly Steel

Stainless Steel

Aluminum Alloy

Titanium

Surface Treatment Options

White / Yellow Zinc Plating

Hard Chrome Plating Polishing

Blackening Treatment

Powder Coating

Original Raw Material

Thread & Size Options

Female LH/RH Thread

Male LH/RH Thread

Metric Sizes

Inch Sizes

Rod End Clevis vs. Rod End vs. Ball Joint

Typical Clevis Applications & Reference Standards

Agricultural Hitch Clevis

Industrial DIN Clevis

Lifting Hook Clevis

Steering & Suspension Clevis

Metric Cylinder Clevis

Common Clevis Questions

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