What is a wire rope clip and how is it used?
A wire rope clip is a small, inexpensive fitting that forms a strong eye or joins two ropes, but only when it is the right type and fitted correctly. This guide explains what a wire rope clip is and how to use it.
What Is a Wire Rope Clip?
A wire rope clip, also called a cable clamp, is a U-bolt with a saddle and two nuts. It clamps two parts of a wire rope together to form an eye or a lap splice.
Parts of a Wire Rope Clip
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U-bolt: the threaded U-shaped body.
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Saddle: the grooved plate that sits on the rope.
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Nuts: tighten the saddle against the rope.
Common Types
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Malleable wire rope clips: for light duty and general use.
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Drop-forged wire rope clips: stronger, for heavier loads.
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Stainless steel clips: for marine and corrosive environments.
How to Use a Wire Rope Clip
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Form the eye around a thimble.
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Fit the saddle on the live end and the U-bolt on the dead end.
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Space the clips about six rope diameters apart.
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Tighten the nuts evenly, then re-tighten after the first load.
FAQ
What is a wire rope clip used for?
It forms a load-bearing eye at the end of a wire rope or joins two ropes together.
Which side does the saddle go on?
The saddle goes on the live end of the rope; the U-bolt goes on the dead end.
Wire Rope Clips for Every Job
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