What thread type does this rod end have?

The rod end features an M12 right-hand metric female thread.

What is the bore diameter of the bearing?

The bore diameter of the inner ring is exactly 12 mm.

Does the SKF SIKB 12 F require lubrication?

No, this steel-on-PTFE design is completely maintenance-free and requires no relubrication.

Does this rod end have seals?

No, this model is supplied without seals (open design).

What is this rod end used for?

It connects linkage rods, pneumatic or hydraulic cylinders while accommodating angular misalignment and dynamic loads.

SKF SIKB 12 F Rod head with female thread 12 mm, M 12

Supplier number: SKF SIKB 12 F | EAN 7316577003836

Recommended Retail Price €108.38

53.60 tax incl.

€44.30 excl. VAT (incl. all environmental contributions)

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Ordered before 20:00 - delivered tomorrow 09/10/2026
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Practical benefits

Completely maintenance-free operation: You save maintenance time because the advanced sliding layer eliminates the need for relubrication.
Secure and direct mounting: The M12 female thread provides a firm and reliable connection to threaded rods.
Precise angular alignment: With the 12 mm bore diameter, you absorb dynamic movements and misalignments smoothly.

In a nutshell

The right choise for

With the Skf sikb 12 f rod end, you create a reliable and smooth mechanical connection. Thanks to the self-lubricating sliding contact layer, this rod end is completely maintenance-free, saving you valuable time on regular relubrication. The M12 metric female thread ensures a solid and direct fit on linkage rods, steering mechanisms, and pneumatic or hydraulic cylinders. With a precise 12 mm bore diameter, it easily accommodates angular misalignments and dynamic loads across industrial machinery.

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Key features according to our expert

Inner diameter: 12 mm
Connection type: Internal thread
Thread type: Metric
Sealing (bearing): Without seals
Maintenance free: Yes
Connection size: M12

Product description

These SKF rod ends have an injection moulded sliding layer of PTFE FRP between the housing and the inner ring. This sliding contact surface combination is maintenance-free. The male thread is available with a left- (prefix SAL) or right-hand thread.

Long service life
Maintenance-free
Relatively insensitive to contaminants
Low coefficient of friction
Simple and ready-to-mount

Documents

⤓ Technical data sheet PDF

All Features

Inner diameter: 12 mm
Connection type: Internal thread
Thread type: Metric
Sealing (bearing): Without seals
Maintenance free: Yes
Connection size: M12
Basic static load rating: 17
Attachment feature, rod end shank: Right-hand female thread
Material, housing: Steel
Sliding contact surface combination: Steel/PTFE FRP
Housing length, total: 68
Maintenance: Maintenance-free
Thread designation: M 12
Outside diameter, housing eye: 33
Bore diameter, bearing inner ring: 12
Sealing: Without
Material, inner ring: Bearing steel
Width, bearing inner ring: 16
Width, housing eye: 12.5
Basic dynamic load rating: 13.2
Centre height, housing (from end of shank): 50

Brand SKF
01390205
EAN 7316577003836
Supplier number SKF SIKB 12 F

Frequently asked questions about this product

Answered by specialists

What thread type does this rod end have?: The rod end features an M12 right-hand metric female thread.
What is the bore diameter of the bearing?: The bore diameter of the inner ring is exactly 12 mm.
Does the SKF SIKB 12 F require lubrication?: No, this steel-on-PTFE design is completely maintenance-free and requires no relubrication.
Does this rod end have seals?: No, this model is supplied without seals (open design).
What is this rod end used for?: It connects linkage rods, pneumatic or hydraulic cylinders while accommodating angular misalignment and dynamic loads.