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Tailgrip Open Wedge Socket With Pin
Focused on the OWS-TG series, this document details specialized wedge sockets that integrate a tail-gripping mechanism for enhanced security. It covers wire sizes from 9mm to 32mm (3/8″ to 1-1/4″) and capacities from 13 to 121 UStons, detailing the physical dimensions of the basket, wedge, and integrated clip.
Engineered for Enhanced Wire Rope Control: Tailgrip Open Wedge Sockets with Pin
The Tailgrip Open Wedge Socket with Pin (OWS-TG-P) is an advanced wire rope termination solution designed to provide superior security for the dead end of the rope. Featuring an integrated tailgrip clamping mechanism, this socket ensures that the “live” and “dead” portions of the wire rope remain properly aligned and secure, preventing accidental wedge release or rope slippage in critical lifting and rigging applications.
Advanced Material Strength & Material Integrity
- Premium Cast Construction: Each socket is manufactured from high-grade quenched and tempered cast steel to offer exceptional resistance to structural fatigue and heavy industrial wear.
- Reliable Load Capacities: Standard configurations provide a Minimum Breaking Load (MBL) ranging from 13 UStons up to 121 UStons.
- Certified Quality Standards: All units are supplied with an EN 10204-2.1 declaration of conformity and an EN 10204-3.1 material certificate for full industrial traceability.
- Robust Corrosion Resistance: Finished with a high-visibility blue primer coating and hot-dipped galvanizing (Note: OWS-TG 0.5 model is galvanized only).
Precision Design & Field Versatility
- Integrated Tailgrip Security: Features a specialized tail clamping system (Dimension TH) that secures the rope’s dead end, enhancing overall safety during installation and operation.
- Extensive Wire Range: Precision-engineered to accommodate wire rope diameters from 3/8″ up to 1-1/4″.
- Controlled Manufacturing Tolerances: Maintains a ±5% tolerance for the jaw opening (W) and pin diameter (øP) to ensure a perfect fit with rigging hardware.
- Field-Efficient Installation: The wedge design allows for rapid wire rope termination and adjustment without the need for specialized speltering compounds.
Tailgrip Open Wedge Socket (with Pin) Technical Specifications
Below is a selection of technical specifications for the OWS-TG-P series. Please contact our technical team for full dimensional details (A, B, C, E, TH, WH, WB, WD) 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. Be aware that surface finishes like hot-dip galvanizing may slightly increase overall thickness (Dimension T); always verify fit prior to use. Refer to the comprehensive safety documentation on pages 136-149 for full maintenance and installation procedures.