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Gas Springs & End Fittings
Palio Ball Socket – Type BH5
BH5 is a steel ball socket with an internal thread and a spring retaining clip, used in gas spring assemblies and other mechanical connections requiring angular movement. Known as the Palio ball socket in our product range, it can be combined with a compatible ball stud or with one of our brackets with ball studs.
The internal thread connects the socket to a gas spring rod or another threaded component. A spring retaining clip secures the ball stud in the socket while allowing angular movement within the limits of the assembled connection. When selecting a socket, check that its mating dimensions are compatible with the ball stud and allow the required movement.
The BH5 range includes variants for a nominal ball diameter of 10 mm, with different internal thread sizes and installation dimensions. The technical drawings show the dimensions and construction of each variant.
BH5 Palio Ball Socket – Dimensions and Variants
The dimensional table lists the available BH5 product codes, nominal ball diameters, internal thread sizes and installation dimensions. The corresponding technical drawings provide the detailed dimensions needed to select a suitable variant.
When selecting a variant, check the nominal ball diameter, internal thread size and installation dimension a. Dimension a is measured from the ball centre to the threaded end face of the socket, as shown in the drawing. For use with a bracket with a ball stud, also check the available clearance, access to the retaining clip and the required range of movement.
Materials and Available Versions
Standard BH5 ball sockets are manufactured from 11SMnPb30 steel with a black zinc-plated finish. The spring retaining clip is made from CK67 spring steel with a black zinc-plated finish.
The listed variants have M5, M6 or M8 internal threads, depending on the product code. Please refer to the dimensional table and the corresponding drawing for the specifications of each variant.
Need Help Selecting a BH5 Ball Socket?
If you are unsure which BH5 variant is suitable for your application, send us the nominal ball diameter, internal thread size, installation dimensions and quantity. Please indicate whether the socket will be used with a separate ball stud or a bracket with a ball stud. If available, include the dimensions or product code of the mating component.
Send us a drawing, photo, dimensions and application requirements. Our team can help select a suitable BH5 variant and check its compatibility with the mating component and the available installation space.