SWR can supply the superb lockable Gripple fittings which are suitable for a wide range of application and used heavily in the construction industry. The Gripple is designed to provide a simple effective alternative for terminating wire rope assemblies. The product is suitable for :
- Overhead catenary wires
- Carnival and promenade lighting
- Aerial bracing
- Exhibition hall displays
- Extraction duct bracing
- Marquee and shade cloth bracing
- Tree bracing
Application
The lockable Gripple is ideal for terminating wire rope when bracing and suspending static and dynamic loads.
Product Features
- Strong, fast and easy to use
- Gripple, Lockable has additional 'locking screws' to secure the wedge in place and allow minimal loads to be applied
- Safety factor on all Gripple products is 4:1
- For 2mm and 3mm versions, use wire rope with a 7x7 steel-core construction
- For 4mm to 10mm versions, use wire rope with a 7x19 steel-core construction
Installation
4 simple steps to secure in seconds .....
- Pass a length of wire rope through one of the channels.
- Loop the rope through an anchor point (or around any suitable bracing point).
- Return it through the other channel, pulling at least 75mm (3") of wire rope through to leave a tail wire.
- Secure the lockable Gripple by tightening the inserted screws (using an M5 socked wrench) to create a firm, solid and secure termination.
Installation Recommendations
- Do not re-use, for single use only
- Locking screws should always be used
- For use with a steel-core wire rope, not suitable for fibre-core rope applications
- Never tension with loacking screws in place
- Always ensure a minimum of 20cm of tail wire is left protruding from the Gripple unit prior to tensioning
- When installing the Gripple, the distance between the structure and the Gripple should equal or exceed that of the width of the structure
- Lockable Gripples are wire diameter specific
- Load ratings are based on a vertical suspension. When hanging at an angle the load capacity is reduced. Do not use at an angle in excess of 60° as the load rating is reduced by 50%
Product Range
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Wire Rope Diameter
|
Socket size to lock screws
|
Part Code
|
Maximum Vertical Load Rating
|
|
2 mm
|
5.5 mm
|
LGRIPPLE020
|
70 kg
|
| 3 mm |
5.5 mm
|
LGRIPPLE030
|
150 kg
|
| 4 mm |
5.5 mm
|
LGRIPPLE040
|
300 kg
|
| 5mm |
5.5 mm
|
LGRIPPLE050
|
400 kg
|
| 6mm |
8 mm
|
LGRIPPLE060
|
500 kg
|
|
8mm
|
13 mm
|
LGRIPPLE080
|
1000 kg
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|
10mm
|
13 mm
|
LGRIPPLE100
|
1500 kg
|
Gripple Accessories
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Item
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Part Code
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Description
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| Torq Tensioning Tool |
LGRIPTOOL2-6 |
For 2 - 6 mm Gripples , Delivers 100kg to 300kg of load |
| Setting Key |
LGRIPSETKEYA
LGRIPSETKEYB
|
Key A - For 2 - 6mm Gripples
Key B - For 8 - 10 mm Gripples |
| Wire Rope Cutters |
SWR0060
|
Cuts up to 4mm Wire Rope
For larger diameter ropes please see our
Wire Rope Cutter Range
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If you would like more information on this product please
contact us.