4.2
Measure the cable outside diameter and determine
the proper grip to use based on the supplier’s recommen-
dations
4.3
Once the proper grip is obtained, inspect it for dam-
age, broken wires, bulges due to stress, rust, etc.
Grasp the pulling eye in one hand (gloves recommended)
and smooth out the mesh with the other, tightening the
wires.
Figure 2 illustrates the technique, which is critical when
reusing grips.
Figure 2
4.4
Trim the end of the cable with side cutters
(Figure 3) to remove any protruding tube, strength
member, or armor.
Figure 3
4.5
Use a pumping action to “walk” the grip over the
jacket by bringing your hands together and then relaxing
them (Figure 4).
Figure 4
4.6
Position the cable in the grip so that the end of the
cable is 0.25 inches (6 mm) behind the grip’s basket
(Figure 5).
Figure 5
4.7
Compress the basket so that it is no larger than the
combined OD of the grip and cable (Figure 6).
Figure 6
4.8
Smooth the mesh back over the cable, moving from
the pulling eye to the cable jacket.
4.9
Tug on the grip to tighten its grip on the cable.
4.10
Start at least 1.0 inch (2.5 cm) below the mesh on
the cable and wrap vinyl tape TIGHTLY to the top of the
grip.
The mesh’s imprint should show boldly through the tape
(Figure 7). The tape must be tight because it helps com-
press the mesh against the cable. Lightly tug on the grip
to press it against the cable.
Figure 7
4.11
Figure 8 illustrates a completed grip.
Figure 8
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End of cable
Basket
0.25 in.
(6 mm)
Vinyl tape
