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Fast Connector Sockets With Bolt And Nut
Covers the bolt-and-nut configuration of the FCS system, providing enhanced security for high-frequency crane operations. This document specifies the dimensional data for both standard and spin-resistant models up to 248 UStons MBL, highlighting the quenched and tempered cast steel construction.
Engineered for Ultimate Structural Security: Fast Connector Sockets with Bolt & Nut
The Fast Connector Socket with Bolt and Nut (FCS-B) is a high-performance wire rope termination solution designed for critical lifting operations that demand enhanced connection security. Manufactured from premium quenched and tempered cast steel, these sockets feature a secure bolt and nut fastening system to prevent unintended pin release, ensuring maximum structural integrity during high-capacity rigging.
Maximum Strength & Material Integrity
- Premium Material: Constructed from high-grade quenched and tempered cast steel to provide superior fatigue resistance and durability under extreme loads.
- Extensive Load Range: Standard configurations offer a Minimum Breaking Load (MBL) ranging from 22 UStons up to 248 UStons.
- Traceable Quality: Every unit is provided with an EN 10204-2.1 declaration of conformity and an EN 10204-3.1 material certificate.
- Spin Resistant Compatibility: Specialized “SR” models are available specifically for applications using spin-resistant wire ropes.
- Corrosion Protection: Finished with a durable blue primer coating and hot-dipped galvanizing for long-term field performance.
Precision Engineering & Field Efficiency
- Broad Wire Compatibility: Optimized for wire rope diameters from 7/16″ up to 1-7/8″.
- Secure Fastening: Utilizes a heavy-duty bolt and nut assembly to ensure the pin remains locked in place during high-vibration or permanent rigging applications.
- Controlled Tolerances: Manufacturing standards maintain a ±5% dimensional tolerance for both jaw opening (W) and pin diameter (ØP).
- Reeving Optimization: Designed for compatibility with optional reeving tools to facilitate faster and safer rope installation.
Fast Connector Socket (Bolt & Nut) Technical Specifications
Below is a selection of specifications for the FCS-B and FCS-B-SR series. Please contact our technical team for full dimensional data (A, B, C, D, H, K, T, TB) and MBL verification based on your specific wire rope requirements.
⚠ Safety Warning: Always adhere to the Minimum Breaking Load (MBL) and ensure the wire rope is correctly terminated by qualified personnel. Surface finishes like hot-dip galvanizing or paint may slightly increase overall thickness and jaw dimensions; always verify fit prior to installation. Refer to the comprehensive safety documentation on pages 136-149 for complete installation, reeving tool usage, and maintenance procedures.