Seat Recliner Connection Rods

Shaped and cut-to-length steel connecting rods, torsion bars or transmission rods for seat recliner systems are an important part of the overall design for automotive seating. At Bekaert, we create seat recliner bars or tubes according to your specifications to ensure function and safety in vehicle seats.

 

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  1. Automotive Seat Recliner Rods Manufactured at Bekaert
  2. Choose Bekaert for Seat Recliner Connecting Rods
  3. Ask Us About Connecting Rods Today
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Automotive Seat Recliner Rods Manufactured at Bekaert

Multi-lobed shaped steel connecting rods, or transmission rods, are vital components in reclining seat systems both powered and manual. They link adjustment mechanisms on either side of the seat. In manual systems, a control lever operates on one side of the seat to move the connecting rod synchronizing the rotation of both adjustment mechanisms. Powered seats rotate the recliner bar with an electric motor.

With a durable connecting rod, users can adjust their seats safely and efficiently. Connecting rods also help maintain the reclined position once the seat is locked into place.

These bars or tubes must synchronize with the recliner mechanisms for secure locking and transmit rotary movement for a smooth reclining motion. At Bekaert, we create steel connecting rods with precision to deliver the right bar or tube for your seat reclining system.

Our steel rods have high torque durability in solid, tube and hybrid styles for the best results. Bekaert will help engineer compact and lightweight torsion rod designs. Our rapid prototyping services lead to tailor-made designs for proof-of-concept applications.

We manufacture our ready-for-assembly bars or tubes with your preferred profile geometry, such as squares, hexagons, star-shaped, or multiple lobes. Our finishing techniques include brush deburring, chamfering, drilling, staking and machining — Bekaert will provide a specific bar-end finishing at your request.

Meet Your Performance Standards

Steel connecting rods all have the same job, but their performance demands will depend on the design of your seat reclining system. Our steel rods have high torque durability in solid, tube and hybrid styles for the best results. Bekaert will help engineer compact and lightweight torsion rod designs that integrate into your reclining seat design without adding extra bulk.

Prototyping

Many manufacturers turn to us for a large series of products to meet their requirements. Before we begin production, we like to confirm the validity of our designs. Our rapid prototyping services lead to tailor-made designs for proof-of-concept applications. Try your seat recliner connection rod in your reclining seat system, and let us know if our design is ready for production. 

We're prepared to modify our design if the prototype does not meet performance requirements. 

Various Designs and Finishes For Custom Solutions

We manufacture our ready-for-assembly bars or tubes with your preferred profile geometry, such as squares, hexagons, star-shaped or multiple lobes. Our finishing techniques include brush deburring, chamfering, drilling, staking and machining — Bekaert will provide a specific bar-end finishing at your request.

We'll Work Together To Create Your Perfect Solution

Your team is part of the development process every step of the way. This co-development approach is one of many reasons manufacturers turn to Bekaert for steel connecting rods and other advanced profile designs. Your involvement in the process ensures we meet your project needs at every stage. With your experts and our experts working together, the final product can exceed expectations. 

Co-development may look different depending on your needs. You might come to us with a design for our team to make, or you may need to start from scratch. Regardless of where you are in the development process, our engineers and metallurgists are ready to take on the job.

Choose Bekaert for Seat Recliner Connecting Rods

At Bekaert, our trained technicians and well-equipped plants are excellent resources for your operation. Our metalworking skills paired with attentive customer service make us a reliable partner for steel parts manufacturing. We work closely with your Engineering team to understand your application needs. Our Process engineers will ensure that we produce the quality parts you require for your seat recliner mechanisms.

Bekaert handles all manufacturing processes under one roof, from planning and development to die cutting and testing. If you have specific shipping needs or order quantity requirements, we incorporate them into your delivery schedule

Ask Us About Connecting Rods Today

Bekaert is proud to be a trusted partner for manufacturers across the globe. You can expect durable, high-performance connecting rods from our team. Get in touch with us today to learn more about our rod connectors.