SKF SC 50 ES spherical plain bearing

SKF SC 50 ES belongs to spherical plain bearing, part of our Bearings range. Tell us how many you need by WhatsApp or email and we'll get back to you promptly with a quote for SC 50 ES and any equivalents.

For shafts that never line up perfectly, SKF SC ES series rod ends give you the angular freedom to keep things moving. These radial spherical plain bearings handle combined loads while allowing oscillation, which is why they show up in transmission systems, hydraulic cylinders and steering linkages. MR Industrial Accessories supplies them to maintenance and purchasing teams across the US and Latin America.

Reading the code is straightforward once you know the pattern. SC tells you it is a rod end with internal thread and a steel cage. The ES suffix means double-lip seals are built in to hold grease and keep contaminants out. The number is the bore diameter in millimeters, so SC 20 ES has a 20 mm bore and SC 50 ES has a 50 mm bore. The listed sizes run from 20 to 50 mm. With that logic, you can order the right part number without second-guessing.

These rod ends earn their place in metallurgy, food processing and automotive work. You will find them on hydraulic cylinders in agricultural equipment, steering systems on heavy vehicles, and material handling gear. Presses, cranes and conveyors also use them where misalignment and vibration need to be absorbed. The design stands up to tough environments and resists corrosion and wear.

Selecting the right SC ES rod end comes down to the radial and axial load, the oscillation angle you need, and where it will be installed. The ES sealing works well with moderate dust or humidity. If washdowns are frequent, consider extra protection. Make sure the shaft and housing are clean and free of burrs before mounting. Regular lubrication with lithium grease is key to long service life, especially in continuous-motion applications.

Interchangeability is possible with other brands that follow the same dimensional designation, such as the GE series. But tolerances and sealing types are not universal, so verify them before substituting. A match requires the same bore diameter, width and load capacity. For critical replacements, check with our technical team instead of assuming.

If you already have the rod end code, send it to MR Industrial Accessories by WhatsApp or email and we will get you a quote. If you are unsure which size in the SC ES series fits your application, we can help you choose. We know bearings and rod ends, and we will reply with the information you need.