{"product_id":"gator-rc-deluxe-hd-arm-clevises-ball-joint-rod-10mm","title":"Gator RC Heavy-Duty Ball Joint Arm Clevis – 10mm Ball, M3 Thread","description":"\u003ch2 style=\"font-size: 1.8em; color: #1e293b; margin-bottom: 10px;\"\u003eGator RC Heavy-Duty Ball Joint Arm Clevis – 10mm Ball, M3 Thread\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 10px;\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eGator RC Heavy-Duty Ball Joint Arm Clevis\u003c\/strong\u003e is designed for strong, smooth, and precise control linkage setups on RC aircraft. This assembly combines a pivoting arm clevis with a ball joint design to allow greater articulation than a standard clevis, helping reduce binding through the full range of control surface movement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003eThis style of linkage is especially useful for giant scale, aerobatic, IMAC, and gas-powered aircraft where linkage strength, clean geometry, and smooth movement are important.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"background-color: #f8fafc; padding: 12px; border-left: 5px solid #1e293b; margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3 style=\"color: #1e293b; margin: 0 0 8px 0; font-size: 1.1em;\"\u003e🚀 Target Applications:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n    \u003cul style=\"margin: 0; padding-left: 20px;\"\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003eHigh-load Rudder and Elevator control surface installations\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003eFlap linkages and precision Carburetor Throttle control paths on gas engines\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003eGiant Scale, IMAC, and aggressive 3D Aerobatic airplanes\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003eScale aircraft control systems demanding tight clearances and zero linkage play\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"background-color: #fffaf0; border-left: 5px solid #ed8936; padding: 12px; margin: 15px 0;\"\u003e\n    \u003cstrong\u003e⚠ Sizing \u0026amp; Hardware Thread Note:\u003c\/strong\u003e Features a standard metric \u003cstrong\u003eM3 thread size\u003c\/strong\u003e on the connection point with a 27mm threaded rod length. The package comes pre-equipped with a matching \u003cstrong\u003eM2.5 mounting bolt and nut\u003c\/strong\u003e to pass through the 2.5mm ball pin diameter for a secure mechanical drop-in fitment.\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e10mm Spherical Pivot:\u003c\/strong\u003e Heavy-duty 10mm ball joint design maximizes surface articulation thresholds while cleanly cutting down mechanical slop.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReduced Core Binding:\u003c\/strong\u003e Freer multi-axis rotational clearance prevents structural linkage binding at aggressive control surface throws and geometric extremes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCompact Footprint Layout:\u003c\/strong\u003e Streamlined, space-saving arm clevis geometry allows for clean, unhindered installations inside tight radio trays or narrow control horn bays.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVibration-Proof Stability:\u003c\/strong\u003e Built to endure the intense continuous resonance, aerodynamic pushrod stress, and structural punishment of large gas outrunners and turbine power plants.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConsistent Servo Tracking:\u003c\/strong\u003e Relieves off-axis binding pressures to significantly lower latent servo load strain and preserve expensive digital gear train health.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"background-color: #f0fdf4; padding: 12px; border-left: 5px solid #16a34a; margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3 style=\"color: #1e293b; margin: 0 0 8px 0; font-size: 1.1em;\"\u003e⚖ Why Choose a Ball Joint Arm Clevis?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"font-size: 0.95em; margin-bottom: 0;\"\u003eStandard clevises can bind when linkage geometry is not perfectly straight or when control surfaces move through larger deflection angles. A ball joint arm clevis allows the linkage to pivot more freely, helping improve control smoothness, reduce servo load, and maintain more consistent movement across the entire flight envelope.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top: 20px;\"\u003e\n    \u003cdetails style=\"border: 1px solid #ccc; padding: 10px; border-radius: 5px;\" open=\"\"\u003e\n        \u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eView Technical Specifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n        \u003cdiv style=\"padding-top: 15px;\"\u003e\n            \u003ctable style=\"width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; font-size: 0.9em;\"\u003e\n                \u003ctbody\u003e\n                    \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #eee;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLinkage Assembly Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px;\"\u003eHeavy-Duty Ball Joint Arm Clevis Combination\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n                    \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #eee;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThread Connection Sizing:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px;\"\u003eM3 Metric Threading\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n                    \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #eee;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThreaded Rod Length:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px;\"\u003e27mm (1.06 in)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n                    \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #eee;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOuter Ball Diameter:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px;\"\u003e10mm (0.39 in)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n                    \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #eee;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBall Hole Diameter:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px;\"\u003e6mm (0.24 in)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n                    \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #eee;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBall Pin Diameter:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px;\"\u003e2.5mm (0.10 in)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n                    \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #eee;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eArm Clevis Width:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px;\"\u003e12.5mm (0.49 in)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n                    \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #eee;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eArm Clevis Height:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px;\"\u003e10mm (0.39 in)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n                    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIncluded Clevis Hardware:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px;\"\u003eM2.5 Machine Bolt \u0026amp; Matching Hex Nut Set\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n                \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n            \u003c\/table\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e📦 Package Includes:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e1 x Heavy-Duty Arm Clevis Shroud\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e1 x Spherical Ball Joint End Link\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e1 x M2.5 Structural Mounting Bolt\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e1 x M2.5 Locking Hex Nut\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top: 15px; padding: 12px; border: 1px dashed #64748b; background-color: #f8fafc;\"\u003e\n    \u003ch4 style=\"margin-top: 0; font-size: 1em;\"\u003e💡 Modeler’s Tips\u003c\/h4\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"font-size: 0.9em; margin-bottom: 0;\"\u003eWhen setting up your pushrods, ensure you achieve at least 6 to 8 full thread rotations of engagement between your pushrod and the M3 threaded tail block. If you are grouping this linkage pack with our high-torque power setups—such as the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/dualsky-ga6000-9s-brushless-motor-160kv-6200w\" target=\"_blank\" style=\"color: #64748b; font-weight: bold; text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eDualsky GA6000.9S Brushless Outrunner\u003c\/a\u003e—always back your assembly with a tiny dab of blue medium-strength thread locker on the M2.5 bolt threads to guard completely against severe high-frequency airframe frequencies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003chr style=\"margin: 20px 0;\"\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"background-color: #f0f7ff; padding: 12px; border-left: 5px solid #007ace;\"\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"margin: 0; font-size: 0.95em;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Gator-RC Advantage:\u003c\/strong\u003e We source a complete selection of matching high-quality hardware parts so you can stock your workspace from one reliable point. In stock and ready to ship out of our domestic warehouse.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n","brand":"Gator-RC","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46988585369822,"sku":"GRC-BL-700","price":3.45,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0745\/1436\/6686\/files\/Ball_Link_Arm_with_Clevis.png?v=1782147467","url":"https:\/\/www.gator-rc.com\/products\/gator-rc-deluxe-hd-arm-clevises-ball-joint-rod-10mm","provider":"Gator RC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}