Bore 0.3750 / 3/8-24 ThreadAFR6 AFL6 0.3750 3/8-24 7075-T6 Aluminum Female Rod End
AM AF Product Overview
AFR6 / AFL6 features a 0.3750″ bore (B) and 1.000″ body diameter (D), with a 0.719″ hard-chrome-plated 52100 steel ball running in an injection-molded reinforced nylon/PTFE race. Overall body length (AF) is 1.625″, thread engagement (CF) measures 0.937″. Width (W) is 0.500″ and body thickness (T) is 0.406″, weighing approximately 0.110 lbs.
Rated at 3,682 lb static radial load with ±12° misalignment angle, this 3/8-24 UNF 3A threaded rod end suits general industrial linkages, automotive control arms, and machinery requiring reliable angular movement under moderate loads.
Available in right-hand (AFR6) and left-hand (AFL6) configurations. The reinforced nylon/PTFE race is permanently self-lubricating and self-sealing — no grease fittings required. Female end design threads directly onto the rod end stud or tube adapter. Stud configuration available on request (add suffix S, e.g. AFR6S / AFL6S). Body machined from 7075-T6 aircraft aluminum, color anodized; available in Red, Black, Plain, Purple, Blue, Green, and Pink.
AM AF Series — Full Size Range
All available sizes in the AM AF series. Can’t find your size? Contact us for custom dimensions.
| RIGHT HAND PART NO. | LEFT HAND PART NO. | B DIA. +.0025 -.0005 | D DIA. +.010 -.010 | W WIDTH +.005 -.005 | T WIDTH +.005 -.005 | BALL DIA. REF. | AM LENGTH +.015 -.015 | N THREAD UNF 3A | CM LENGTH +.062 -.031 | a° MIS. ANGLE REF. | STATIC RADIAL LOAD (LBS) | APPROX WEIGHT (LBS) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AMR3 | AML3 | 0.1900 | 0.625 | 0.312 | 0.250 | 0.437 | 1.250 | 10-32 | 0.750 | 13 | 788 | 0.02 |
| AMR4 | AML4 | 0.2500 | 0.750 | 0.375 | 0.281 | 0.500 | 1.562 | 1/4-28 | 1.000 | 16 | 1,433 | 0.03 |
| AMR5 | AML5 | 0.3125 | 0.875 | 0.437 | 0.344 | 0.625 | 1.875 | 5/16-24 | 1.250 | 14 | 2,284 | 0.05 |
| AMR5-6 | AML5-6 | 0.3125 | 1.000 | 0.437 | 0.344 | 0.625 | 1.938 | 3/8-24 | 1.250 | 12 | 3,457 | 0.05 |
| AMR6 | AML6 | 0.3750 | 1.000 | 0.500 | 0.406 | 0.719 | 1.938 | 3/8-24 | 1.250 | 12 | 3,457 | 0.05 |
| AMR6-7 | AML6-7 | 0.3750 | 1.125 | 0.500 | 0.406 | 0.719 | 2.125 | 7/16-20 | 1.375 | 10 | 7,800 | 0.09 |
| AMR6-8 | AML6-8 | 0.3750 | 1.125 | 0.500 | 0.406 | 0.719 | 2.125 | 1/2-20 | 1.375 | 10 | 7,800 | 0.09 |
| AMR7 | AML7 | 0.4375 | 1.125 | 0.562 | 0.437 | 0.812 | 2.125 | 7/16-20 | 1.375 | 14 | 4,800 | 0.09 |
| AMR7-8 | AML7-8 | 0.4375 | 1.312 | 0.562 | 0.437 | 0.812 | 2.438 | 1/2-20 | 1.500 | 12 | 11,100 | 0.12 |
| AMR8 | AML8 | 0.5000 | 1.312 | 0.625 | 0.500 | 0.937 | 2.438 | 1/2-20 | 1.500 | 12 | 7,700 | 0.12 |
| AMR8-10 | AML8-10 | 0.5000 | 1.500 | 0.625 | 0.500 | 0.937 | 2.625 | 5/8-18 | 1.625 | 10 | 15,000 | 0.18 |
| AMR10 | AML10 | 0.6250 | 1.500 | 0.750 | 0.562 | 1.125 | 2.625 | 5/8-18 | 1.625 | 16 | 8,600 | 0.18 |
| AMR10H | AML10H | 0.6250 | 1.750 | 0.750 | 0.562 | 1.125 | 2.625 | 5/8-18 | 1.625 | 13 | 19,300 | 0.26 |
| AMR10-12 | AML10-12 | 0.6250 | 1.750 | 0.750 | 0.562 | 1.125 | 2.875 | 3/4-16 | 1.750 | 13 | 19,300 | 0.30 |
| AMR12 | AML12 | 0.7500 | 1.750 | 0.875 | 0.687 | 1.312 | 2.875 | 3/4-16 | 1.750 | 14 | 13,400 | 0.29 |
| AMR12-757 | AML12-757 | 0.7570 | 1.750 | 0.875 | 0.687 | 1.312 | 2.875 | 3/4-16 | 1.750 | 14 | 13,400 | 0.29 |
| AMR12-16-1 | AML12-16-1 | 0.7500 | 2.750 | 1.375 | 1.000 | 1.875 | 4.125 | 1-14 | 2.125 | 17 | 36,285 | 1.08 |
| AMR16-1 | AML16-1 | 1.0000 | 2.750 | 1.375 | 1.000 | 1.875 | 4.125 | 1-14 | 2.125 | 17 | 24,130 | 0.88 |
| RIGHT HAND PART NO. | LEFT HAND PART NO. | B | D | W | T | BALL | AF | N | CF | a° | STATIC | LBS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AFR3 | AFL3 | 0.1900 | 0.625 | 0.312 | 0.234 | 0.437 | 1.062 | 10-32 | 0.562 | 13 | 1,453 | 0.03 |
| AFR4 | AFL4 | 0.2500 | 0.750 | 0.375 | 0.250 | 0.500 | 1.312 | 1/4-28 | 0.750 | 16 | 2,363 | 0.04 |
| AFR5 | AFL5 | 0.3125 | 0.875 | 0.437 | 0.344 | 0.625 | 1.375 | 5/16-24 | 0.750 | 14 | 2,780 | 0.06 |
| AFR5-6 | AFL5-6 | 0.3125 | 1.000 | 0.437 | 0.344 | 0.625 | 1.625 | 3/8-24 | 0.937 | 14 | 4,512 | 0.09 |
| AFR6 | AFL6 | 0.3750 | 1.000 | 0.500 | 0.406 | 0.719 | 1.625 | 3/8-24 | 0.937 | 12 | 3,682 | 0.11 |
| AFR7 | AFL7 | 0.4375 | 1.125 | 0.562 | 0.437 | 0.812 | 1.812 | 7/16-20 | 1.062 | 14 | 5,160 | 0.11 |
| AFR8 | AFL8 | 0.5000 | 1.312 | 0.625 | 0.500 | 0.937 | 2.125 | 1/2-20 | 1.187 | 12 | 7,700 | 0.12 |
Every Unit Inspected Before Shipment
Raw Material Inspection
Material certifications verified. Composition confirmed by spectrometer before machining begins.
Thread Gauge Inspection
100% go/no-go gauge check on all threaded sections. Zero tolerance on dimensional non-conformance.
Load Capacity Test
Static and dynamic load tests run on representative samples from each production batch.
Dimensional Measurement
CMM verification of critical dimensions — ball diameter, bore, thread pitch, and body length.
Surface Inspection
Visual and tactile inspection for burrs, scratches, surface cracks, and plating defects.
Articulation Test
Misalignment angle and torque measured to confirm liner performance meets specification.
Heat Treatment Verify
Hardness tests confirm proper heat treatment on chromoly steel bodies and bearing balls.
Batch Documentation
Full traceability from raw material heat number to finished part. COC and inspection reports available.
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AM AF Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between AM and AF rod ends?
AM parts are male-thread aluminum rod ends, while AF parts are female-thread aluminum rod ends. Both use the same 7075-T6 aluminum body family and the same nylon race design direction for lightweight articulation.
What materials are used in the AM-AF series?
The AM-AF series uses a 7075-T6 aircraft aluminum body, a 52100 bearing steel ball with hard chrome plating, and an injection-molded reinforced nylon race with PTFE for self-lubricating movement.
Do AM-AF rod ends require regular lubrication?
No. The reinforced nylon race with PTFE is designed for self-lubricating service under normal operating conditions, helping reduce maintenance in clean and moderately contaminated environments.
Are right-hand and left-hand thread versions available in this series?
Yes. The AM-AF series is available in both right-hand and left-hand thread configurations, and studded options are also available by adding an S suffix where applicable.
What colors are available for the AM-AF aluminum body?
Standard colors include red and black, and other finishes such as plain, purple, blue, green, and pink can be discussed for project or volume requirements.
What kinds of applications are best suited to AM-AF rod ends?
AM-AF rod ends are best suited to lightweight linkage systems, motorsport fabrication, adjustment mechanisms, compact control assemblies, and other installations where reduced weight and clean articulation are more important than maximum steel-body load capacity.