(1) Choose by Material Based on Environment

316 Stainless Steel: Most corrosion-resistant, ideal for saltwater/outdoor environments.

Hot Dipped Galvanized (HDG): Lower cost than stainless steel, suited for outdoor use (less corrosion-resistant than stainless steel).

Malleable Zinc Plated: Cost-effective for outdoors but rusts faster than HDG, especially in wet/salt environments.

(2) Select Style by Application & Reliability

Drop Forged (Traditional/Fist Grip): Strongest, durable, with consistent grain structure—best for critical suspending/guying/tie-downs.

Cast/Malleable: Budget option, less reliable—for non-critical, non-overhead applications.

Single/Double Stamped Cable Clamps: Most affordable stainless steel choice, light-duty use; double clamps hold more load than single ones.

Fist Grip: No U-bolt (mirrored saddles), easy to install.

(3) Match Size to Cable Type

Uncoated Cable: Clip size = cable diameter (e.g., 1/4" cable → 1/4" clip).

Vinyl Coated Cable (unstripped): Clip size = coated final diameter (e.g., 3/16" cable coated to 1/4" →1/4" clip).

Stripped Vinyl Coated Cable: Follow uncoated cable rule (clip size = bare cable diameter).

⚠ Never saddle the dead end - Always saddle the live side!

⚠ Replace if damaged - Bent U-bolts or cracked saddles must be discarded.

⚠ Regular Inspection - Check for loosening, rust, or rope wear.

(1) Adaptation size: The size of clips should match the thickness of the wire rope, and the net distance on the inner side of the U-shaped ring should be 1-3mm larger than the diameter of the wire rope. If it is too large, it may not fit tightly.

(2) Tightening and inspection: The U-bolt should be tightened until the wire rope is flattened by 1/3, and then tightened again to prevent loosening after being subjected to force. You can add a safety rope clip (about 500mm from the last rope clip), release the rope head into a safety bend, and then clamp it with the main rope. This way, if the clip slides, the safety bend will be straightened, making it easy to detect and reinforce at any time.

(3) Arrangement specification: The spacing between the rope clamps is generally about 6-7 times the diameter of the steel wire rope, arranged in a straight line, with the U-shaped part clamping the rope head and the pressure plate placing the main rope.

(4) Quantity requirements: At least 3 wire ropes with a diameter ≤ 18mm, 4 for 18-26mm, 5 for 26-36mm, 6 for 36-44mm, and 7 for 44-60mm are required; Check and tighten after being loaded 1-2 times.

(5) Usage restrictions: Cannot be used for a long time, requires regular inspection and disposal, and is prohibited from repeated use.