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501001005 - 1/4 Inch Wire Rope Clip / Cable Clamp

Packaging: 1 of each
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OVERVIEW

Essential Shop Hardware: 1/4-Inch Cable Grip

In the welding and fabrication shop, securing cables and setting up temporary rigging is a daily task. The 1/4-Inch Wire Rope Clip (often listed as a "Grip") is the go-to solution for handling 1/4-inch steel cables. Whether you are hanging welding curtains, securing equipment, or repairing a bay door cable, this simple yet effective clamp gets the job done. Its robust construction ensures that once you tighten it down, it stays put.

The grip features a zinc-plated finish, which is excellent for resisting the grime, humidity, and occasional sparks found in a busy workshop. It resists corrosion, ensuring that the threads remain clean and the nuts can be retightened or removed if necessary. Unlike permanent swaged fittings which require hydraulic presses, this bolt-on grip allows you to make repairs or adjustments on the fly using just a standard wrench or crescent wrench.

Versatile Utility

While primarily designed for wire rope, these grips are often repurposed in the shop for various creative clamping needs. They are perfect for creating loops in safety cables or grounding lines. The "Closed" designation in the name typically refers to the secure, closed-loop nature of the U-bolt assembly, ensuring the cable cannot slip out sideways under tension. Keep a handful of these 1/4-inch grips in your consumables bin; they are the kind of hardware you don't realize you need until you absolutely do.

  • Size: Fits 1/4" diameter wire rope/cable.
  • Durability: Galvanized for rust protection.
  • Simplicity: Installs quickly with hand tools.
Additional Information
Item:Grip
Brand:Generic
Packaging Description:1 of each
Size:1/4"
Material:Galvanized Steel
Type:Wire Rope Clip
Finish:Zinc Plated

INCLUDED

  • 1x 1/4-Inch Wire Rope Clip (Grip)
  • 1x U-Bolt
  • 1x Saddle
  • 2x Securing Nuts

APPLICATIONS

  • Terminating 1/4-inch wire rope for rigging
  • Securing guy wires and fencing cables
  • Creating loops for hanging welding curtains
  • General industrial cable management
  • Emergency cable repairs

FAQ

Always place the saddle (the cast metal part) on the 'live' or load-bearing end of the rope, and the U-bolt over the 'dead' or cut end. Remember: 'Never saddle a dead horse.'

For a secure termination on 1/4-inch cable, it is generally recommended to use a minimum of two clips, though three provides an extra margin of safety.

Standard malleable wire rope clips are typically not recommended for critical overhead lifting applications. For critical lifting, forged clips or swaged sockets are preferred.

You will need a wrench or socket set that fits the nuts on the U-bolt. No special crimping or swaging tools are required.

Yes, the clip is galvanized (zinc-plated), which provides good resistance to rust and corrosion in standard environments.

While the clip can be removed and reinstalled, it is not recommended to reuse clips for critical load-bearing applications as the threads or saddle may have deformed under previous torque.