ERL machines stainless steel rod-to-rod Couplings from solid bar stock to insure a perfect fit to your reach rod O.D. 6” long Couplings are drilled to accommodate the bolting together of two solid rods. The Coupling can be welded on one or both ends if desired. A two part Reach Rod with a bolted Coupling is easy to install and facilitates future service of the Reach Rod.