A detachable part in or on which a journal, gudgeon, pivot, or the like moves. It is used to carry a load and to reduce sliding friction. It does not employ rolling elements. It may be divided into two or more segments of 180 degrees (3.141 radians) or less. The item has a cylindrical bore and is basically spherical in its exterior design to allow for shaft misalignment. Excludes:bearing, plain, self-aligning.
astm a276 assn std single material response overall material document and classification, square all corners corner shape, steel comp 304 overall material, 0.3750 inches nominal spherical body diameter, 0.1760 inches minimum and 0.1820 inches maximum body inside diameter