Spherical bearings.
Rod ends.
Custom linkages.Through Radial Bearing.
Cablecraft serves customers who need spherical bearings, rod ends and custom linkage assemblies through our sister company, Radial Bearing. Connect with Radial for product information, application engineering and quotes.
Continue to radialbearing.com for bearing and linkage support.
Specialized expertise within the Cablecraft family.
Looking for our former Engine Controls page? The bearing and linkage products previously featured here are now supported through Radial Bearing. Explore engine, turbocharger and EGR linkage applications below, or go directly to Radial’s product range.
Where should I go for Cablecraft linkage products?
Start with Radial Bearing for rod ends, spherical bearings and engineered linkage assemblies. Cablecraft’s linkage product line was combined with Radial Bearing and rebranded under the Radial Bearing name in 2025. Cablecraft continues to support control cables and cable-based actuation.
Learn about Radial Bearing and our shared historyFind your bearing or linkage solution at Radial
Explore the product family that fits your motion requirement. Detailed configurations and technical information are available on Radial Bearing’s website.
Spherical Bearings
Spherical bearings accommodate angular movement between connected components. Radial offers bearing designs for applications with load, space and environmental constraints.
- Self-lubricating PTFE-lined options
- Metal-to-metal constructions
- Custom materials and configurations
Rod Ends
Rod ends provide a connection that allows articulation and angular misalignment in a linkage. Radial supports commercial, precision and custom requirements.
- Male and female thread options
- Metric and imperial configurations
- Material and lubrication choices
Custom Linkages & Assemblies
Combine rod ends, bearings and machined components in a linkage designed around your interfaces, movement and operating conditions.
- Engine and turbocharger linkages
- Flight control and steering assemblies
- Custom geometry and component integration
Need a configuration beyond a standard part? Explore Radial’s custom bearing, rod end and linkage capabilities
How Cablecraft and Radial Bearing support motion control
The connection your mechanism needs is a useful starting point for choosing the right team.
Cablecraft
Transmit motion through a flexible routed connection.
Start with Cablecraft for push-pull cables, ball bearing control cables, remote releases and operator controls. Key considerations include travel, routing, bend radius, input force and end fittings.
Radial Bearing
Transfer load through articulating joints and linkage connections.
Start with Radial for bearing and linkage requirements involving articulation, alignment and component interfaces. Share the loads, motion range, mounting geometry and operating environment.
Some systems use both a control cable and a linkage. Identify the component you need and share its connection points with the relevant team so the interfaces can be reviewed together with the application requirements.
Engine, turbocharger and EGR linkages
For the linkage applications covered by our former Engine Controls page, Radial Bearing is your starting point. Radial develops assemblies for turbocharger and exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) systems, including applications exposed to heat and vibration.
Bring your temperature profile, working loads, movement, mounting geometry and durability requirements to Radial for an application review.
See Radial’s EGR actuator linkage case studyBearing and linkage expertise across demanding markets
Explore Radial’s industry pages for applications and engineering capabilities relevant to your equipment.
Commercial Aerospace
Flight controls, landing gear and aircraft mechanisms.
Aerospace at RadialSpace & Defense
Aircraft, ground vehicle and space program applications.
Space & defense at RadialOn-Road Vehicles
Engine turbo systems, suspension and steering connections.
Vehicle solutions at RadialConstruction & Agriculture
Linkages and joints for working equipment.
Equipment solutions at RadialGeneral Industrial
Machinery, operator controls and motion-transfer assemblies.
Industrial solutions at RadialWhat to share with Radial Bearing
A drawing and a clear description of the mechanism help the team understand your requirement. Include the information you have for a new design, an existing part or a custom assembly.
Request a Quote from RadialLoad & movement
Working and peak loads, load direction, articulation, travel, operating cycles and allowable play.
Fit & interfaces
Drawings, part numbers, bore and thread sizes, mounting points, assembly length and available space.
Operating environment
Temperature range, vibration, contamination, corrosion exposure and lubrication requirements.
Program requirements
Quantity, timing, material specifications, inspection, documentation and qualification needs.
Cablecraft & Radial Bearing FAQs
Does Cablecraft still support bearing and linkage customers?
Yes. Cablecraft serves bearing and linkage customers through our sister company, Radial Bearing. For spherical bearings, rod ends and custom linkage assemblies, contact Radial Bearing for product information and support.
What happened to the Engine Controls page?
This page now directs visitors to Radial Bearing for the bearing and linkage products previously featured here, including engine, turbocharger and EGR linkage applications. Cablecraft control cable and cable-based actuation information remains on the Cablecraft website.
What is the difference between a spherical bearing and a rod end?
A spherical bearing allows angular movement between its inner and outer bearing surfaces. A rod end incorporates an articulating bearing in a housing with a shank or threaded connection for attachment to a linkage. Radial can help evaluate the configuration for your mounting and motion requirements.
Can Radial Bearing develop a custom linkage assembly?
Yes. Radial develops custom linkage assemblies that combine bearings, rod ends and machined components. Share your drawings, interfaces, loads and operating conditions through Radial’s engineering contact page.
Who should I contact about a legacy Cablecraft linkage part?
Start with Radial Bearing and provide the existing part number, drawing revision and application details. Ask Radial to confirm the current product identification, availability and suitability for your requirement.
Where do I go for a control cable or remote actuation system?
Contact Cablecraft for control cables and cable-based actuation. This includes ball bearing control cables, which are a Cablecraft cable product. Visit Cablecraft control cables, explore actuation systems, or contact Cablecraft about your application.
Connect with Radial Bearing for your bearing or linkage requirement.
Explore product details or discuss your application with the team responsible for spherical bearings, rod ends and custom linkages.
Both links take you to radialbearing.com.