wire rope cable splicing quotation

We custom manufacture wire rope assemblies (endless loop) for conveyor lines. Our specialty is the Long splice. The Long splice is used to create a continuous or endless loop of wire rope cable frequently utilized on conveyor systems. The splice is a difficult multi-step labor intensive process in which two wire rope cable ends are joined end to end and the strands are intertwined to merge the two individual wire rope cable ropes ends.

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Wire rope splicing is essentially the formation of a knot between two parts of the same rope or between two separate ropes by separating and unravelling the strands and interweaving the threads together to produce a strong joint. Splicing forms a very strong knot which stays secure even if exposed to water.

There are different types of wire rope splicing. The two more common ones areBack or end splicing – This is a type of splicing where rope end strands are directly spliced without making a loop. With this wire rope splicing, rope ends are drawn to a close to prevent fraying.

Eye splicing – This a more popular type of wire rope splicing which involves taking the working end of the rope to form a loop at the end. The end of the rope strands are unraveled, then passed over and under against the lay of the rope to interweave it back into the main length of the rope.

Wire rope splicing maintains almost 95% of the wire rope’s strength. You can employ splicing in three-strand braided ropes, or even in over 12-strand braided ropes.

Splicing lets you create a new rope of any length, alter an existing rope to suit a changing application, or repair a damaged wire rope. There are two main disadvantages to splicing – the expanding thickness of the line at the joint and the distortion in the shape of the rope.

Check the wire rope tools and accessories section of this website for more tools or fill out the enquiry form and let us help with your wire rope splicing needs.

The existing cable can be used as the pull wire to string the replacement cable. The open-ended grip is ideal when torsion forces are not an issue. Where torsion is present, swivel link grips can be supplied with differently sized grips for each side if required. For heavier duty applications (not overhead stringing), we offer the rotating barrel grip with a barrel that rotates when tension is lowered to release built up torsion. Note that the barrel ceases to rotate as load increases..

Before you purchase steel wire rope splicing machine, you need to consider some factors. These factors include classification, material, cost, and size. Cable-making machinery is classified into; large, small, medium, rough, and fine wire manufacturing machines. The classification you settle on needs to match the cables you need. The other factor to consider is the material of the wires you need. For instance, if you need copper cables, you should purchase copper manufacturing machinery, and if you need aluminum wires, aluminum making machine is ideal.

Moreover, the cost of the machinery also matters. The cost will largely depend on the model of the equipment. Additionally, the purchasing, installation, and maintenance costs of the machine you select should lie within your budget as it will help you avoid financial strains. Look at the prices offered by different suppliers to land a favorable deal. Lastly, it is important to consider the size of the steel wire rope splicing machine. The cable manufacturing equipment you buy needs to fit into your working space and leave some space for the operator.

If you need a wholesale steel wire rope splicing machine, Alibaba.com is the platform to visit. This online shop has collaborated with many Chinese dealers to offer customers a wide range of products that lie within their budget. Moreover, the platform offers customization services. So, if you need a custom-made machine, you can place a customization order. This shop also operates on a 24/7 hour clock enabling you to place your order at any time with a few clicks.

Dec. 5, 1967 P. R. BAGBY IRE ROPE LONG SPLICE AND METHOD OF MAKING Filed May 7, 1965 Fxcer-4 l A VEN TOR. PERCY Q. SAC-15V ATTORNEYS United States Patent Ofiice 3,356,397 WIRE ROPE LONG SPLICE AND METHOD OF MAKING Percy R. Bagby, 27844 Conestoga Drive, Rolling Hills, Calif. 90274 Filed May 7, 1965, Ser. No. 453,950 2 Claims. (Cl. 287--78) The present invention relates to a wire rope pressed sleeve splice and to a method of making such a splice.

A common method of splicing wire rope is the long splice in which the two rope ends to be spliced are overlapped a predetermined length and the complemental strands of the rope ends are severed at longitudinallyspaced points. The conventional wire rope includes a core, and this core must be removed in the area adjacent the abutting ends of each pair of complemental strands in order to make the long splice. Each one of the severed ends is secured in position by tucking it into one of the open spaces formed by the removal of the fiber core. As many strand splices are formed as there are strands, and all of these splices constitute the long splice for the wire rope proper.

The prior art procedure for forming the long splice is a tedious and time-consuming operation, particularly that part of the operation in which the rope core is removed and replaced by the tucked ends of each complemental pair of strands in the rope. In addition, the procedure requires highly-skilled, experienced workmen, who may not readily be available when a wire rope unexpectedly parts. Nevertheless, this method of repairing wire rope has been used for many years because of certain advantages. That is, the strength of the wire rope is largely retained, losing only perhaps twenty percent because of the splice. This is apparently due to the appreciable length of the splice area which in a one-inch diameter rope may be 33 feet, with a 33-inch tuck for each of the strands. This length of splice provides a relatively large area of interengagement between the tucked strands and the adjacent strands so that the latter can exert a powerful clamping action and prevent the spliced ends from parting. In addition, the long splice is advantageous because the diameter of the wire rope in the splicearea is not appreciably increased. This in an important consideration in situations where the wire rope is, for example, formed into an endless loop for passage about sheaves and the like.

Accordingly, it is an object of the present invention to provide a method of long splicing the ends of a wire rope without the use of tucks while yet providing substantially the same tensile strength as the conventional, tucked long splice.

Another object of the invention is to provide a method of long splicing which can be quickly and easily accomplished by workmen having only a relatively rudimentary background in wire rope splicing techniques.

Another object of the invention is to provide a method of splicing the ends of a wire rope and which utilizes a plurality of pressed sleeves disposed about the rope. Each sleeve is applied to a strand splice and, by virtue of the number of such strand splices, the diameter and length of each sleeve can be reduced sufiiciently so as not to interfere with movement of the wire rope about sheaves or similar structure.

Another object of the invention is to provide a method of splicing or repairing a single damaged strand of a wire rope by pressing a sleeve about the damaged area.

Still another object of the invention is to provide a method of splicing a wire rope of that type having only circumferentially-arranged strands and no central core.

The present method is not limited to use with any particular length, diameter, number of strands, number 3,356,397 Patented Dec. 5, 1967 of wires per strand, wire arrangement, lay direction, lay type, type of core, or the like, and is applicable to the splicing or repair of wire ropes in general, as will be seen.

FIG. 1 is an elevational view of an exemplary short section of wire rope having six circumferentially arranged strands and a central fiber core, the rope section being shown parted in the middle;

FIG. 3 is a diagrammatic showing of the six strands of the wire rope of FIG. 1, illustrating the longitudinally spaced arrangement of the six splices over the splice length, the proximity of the splices being exaggerated so as to fit the drawing area;

FIG. 4 is an elevational view of a wire rope having six sleeves pressed about the rope to provide six splices longitudinally spaced along the splice length, the proximity of the splices being exaggerated to conform to the showing in FIG. 3;

FIG. 5 is an enlarged longitudinal cross-sectional view of one of the sleeves of FIG. 4, the sleeve being illustraed after it is pressed in position upon the wire rope; an

Referring now to the drawings, there is illustrated a conventional type of wire rope 10 having six outer strands 12, 14, 16, 18, 20 and 22 which are circumferentially arranged about a central fiber core 24. To facilitate the description which follows, the strands 12 through 20 of the rope end located to the left are designated a, while those in the rope end located to the right are designated b, as best viewed in FIGS. 1 and 3.

The wire rope 10 is merely exemplary and it will be understood that various other types of wire rope are equally suited for repair by use of the method and splice of the present invention.

According to the present method, the parted wire rope 10 is spliced by overlapping the rope ends a predetermined length sufficient to closely approach or equal the rated strength of the rope. In a one-inch rope this distance would be aproxirnately 33 feet. This overlap constitutes the splice area, and the individual strands are next severed, unlaid, and relaid in a particular manner toform the long splice. More particularly, ferrules or sleeves 26 are slid or threaded over the rope end to the left, out of the way of the splice area. Next, the strand 12a is unlaid from its rope end approximately the full length of the overlapped portion or splice length and severed. The corresponding strand 12b is then unlaid from its rope end and laid in the open groove formed in the first rope end by the removal of the strand 12a. The strands 12a and 1217 are then in end-abutting relation to define a splice joint. The fiber core 24 is preferably then severed the length of the strand 12a and the remaining core ends are abutted.

One of the sleeves 26 is next arranged about the adjacent pair of strands 12a and 12b and swaged or compressed over these strands. This also compresses the remaining strands of the rope end located on the left, as best seen in FIG. 3, and also compresses the core ends.

The tubular ferrules or sleeves 26 are made of any suitable high-strength material capable of cold flow under pressure into the wire and strand interstices of the rope ends. A sleeve of such material thus becomes an integral part of the rope and is capable of great holding power. Stainless steel is a preferred material because of its high strength and resistance to corrosion. High strength is desirable because it enables the use of relatively short, thin wall sleeves which facilitate movement of the rope about sheaves and the like. Preferably, the sleeve is kept below approximately twice the rope diameter, the sleeve lengthening somewhat during swaging. In this regard, it is noted that the swaging action compresses the wire rope, reducing its diameter somewhat, and also desirably reduces the thickness of the sleeve wall. In the example of the one-inch wire rope, the sleeve thickness is initially on the order of one-quarter inch when using stanless steel, that is, one-fourth the diameter of the wire rope. The finished diameter of the sleeve and rope would therefore be about one and one-eighth inches. Of course, the sleeve length and wall thickness will vary according to the wire rope diameter and type and the particular application for the wire rope.

After the strands 12a and 12b are sleeve-swaged together, the strand 14a is then severed at a point longitudinally spaced from the first splice but within the overlap or splice length. The strand 14b is then unlaid from its rope end and laid in the open groove formed by the removal of the strand 14a from the other rope end. The strand 14b is next severed to locate its severed end adjacent and in abutting relationship to the severed end of the strand 14a.

The operation is repeated with the strands 18a and 18b, the"strands 20a and 20b, and the strands 22a and 22b to provide the six splices illustrated in FIGS. 3 and 4. The six splices are illustrated in rather close proximity to enable their illustration in the space available. In actual practice the splices are located over a relatively long splice length, the length being approximately 33 feet for a one-inch wire rope, for example. Each splice is approximately six lays from the next splice.

The six splices constitute a long splice capable of carrying a load approaching or equaling the full rated strength of the wire rope, each of the sleeves developing approximately one-sixth of the load. Because the strength of the long splice is distributed over the six splice points, the cross section and length of each sleeve 26 can be reduced to a minimum. The use of the sleeves 26 thus provides a relatively quick and inexpensive means for long splicing wire rope. Tucks are completely eliminated. As a matter of fact, the present method can be used for splicing wire rope having no core, whereas the luck of a core greatly complicates present splicing practices since there is then no central core void within which to make tucks.

1. A long splice for the severed strands of a wire rope and adapted for passage about a sheave or the like, said long splice comprising: complemental pairs of the severed strands of the rope ends arranged in abutting relation to define splice joints, the abutting ends of each of said pairs being axially spaced from the abutting ends of the others of said pairs whereby said splice joints are axially spaced along said wire rope;

and a plurality of sleeves pressed upon said rope and about all of said strands, said sleeves being axially spaced to locate a separate one of said sleeves about each of said splice joints, the length of each said sleeve being approximately twice the diameter of said Wire rope, the wall thickness of each said sleeve being not more than approximately one-fourth the diameter of said wire rope, and the axial spacing between adjacent ones of said splice joints being such that, upon passage of said long splice portion of said wire rope about a usual sheave, the section of said wire rope between adjacent said sleeves engages upon the periphery of the sheave.

Understand that most of the people out from the industry always face the problem of having no idea with the terms of wire rope when receiving quotation. In this update, we will explain in the most simple way and hopefully it is applicable to anyone.

6X36 = Construction of wire rope (There are quite a lot different constructions available for different application for example like, 6X25, 6X29, 6X31, 4X39, 19X7, 8X26 etc.)

RHOL = Right hand ordinary lay, it is the wire lay direction and very important to select the right direction of wire when dealing with multi-reeving, crane and hoist application.

EIPS (1960) = Extra improved plow steel and 1960 stands for the tensile strength 1960N/mm2. The figure is telling you the grade of wire rope, lower or higher tensile strength will result in different breaking strength.

UNGALVD = Ungalvanized, the surface finishing of wire rope. Galvanized and Ungalvanized are the basic surface finishing selection with different grade of lubrication.

MECH SPLICED = Mechanical splicing is the process of using hydraulic pressure to press the aluminum sleeve or metal sleeve and a loop is formed. This phrase is always telling you the terminal of both end wire rope. It can be plain, socketed, fuse tapered or eye formed.

Wire rope could have a lot of variation upon the application which I will cover in the next update. The essay above is good enough to tell the basic and hope it helps for procurement department while dealing with steel wire rope. Last but not least, selecting the right wire rope is crucial to your company"s long term expenditure and safety purposes. Do not take the risk because of cheap.

Before you purchase steel wire rope splicing machine, you need to consider some factors. These factors include classification, material, cost, and size. Cable-making machinery is classified into; large, small, medium, rough, and fine wire manufacturing machines. The classification you settle on needs to match the cables you need. The other factor to consider is the material of the wires you need. For instance, if you need copper cables, you should purchase copper manufacturing machinery, and if you need aluminum wires, aluminum making machine is ideal.

Moreover, the cost of the machinery also matters. The cost will largely depend on the model of the equipment. Additionally, the purchasing, installation, and maintenance costs of the machine you select should lie within your budget as it will help you avoid financial strains. Look at the prices offered by different suppliers to land a favorable deal. Lastly, it is important to consider the size of the steel wire rope splicing machine. The cable manufacturing equipment you buy needs to fit into your working space and leave some space for the operator.

If you need a wholesale steel wire rope splicing machine, Alibaba.com is the platform to visit. This online shop has collaborated with many Chinese dealers to offer customers a wide range of products that lie within their budget. Moreover, the platform offers customization services. So, if you need a custom-made machine, you can place a customization order. This shop also operates on a 24/7 hour clock enabling you to place your order at any time with a few clicks.

“Tough-Lock™” and “Cable-Flex™” slings are uniquely constructed unlike various return wire loop types. Note that our five step manufacturing process, commonly

All “Tough-Lock™” slings adhere and comply with current specifications of OSHA, ASME B30.9c-2000 Wire Rope Technical, and Associated Wire Rope Fabricators.

Send us any information you have on your required cable or wire rope assembly. You can do that via this web-site or fax to 860-974-2967. NCA would appreciate the opportunity to discuss your assembly or lanyard needs with you.

Generally, yes. We ask that you make a minimum order of at least $100. If you are in need of a small number of cable or wire rope assemblies, please contact our team at NCA to see if we are able to assist you.

Most often NCA sales are exempt from sales taxes. Sales taxes are assessed on retail sales, which are sales to the ultimate user or consumer of the item being sold. Since NCA is primarily an OEM fabricator and provides product for other companies’ end-products, we are exempt from charging sales taxes on our cable and wire rope assemblies.

Matex understands that you want the best when it comes to electromechanical (EM) cable. Your oil field business is critical and you can trust Matex to deliver the right cables that keep your job on schedule and your equipment running in premium condition.

Matex provides only the highest caliber of EM cable on the market.  With suppliers like Wireco, Camesa, Quality, DeAcero, Rochester, and Zapp, we have EM cable in stock and ready for spooling.

Servicing a line depends on the running environment.  At Matex, we believe that the frequency with which a line needs servicing depends on a variety of factors, the type of work the cable is doing—horizontal or vertical, the well conditions, your company’s preferences, and the operating company’s risk tolerance, in addition to many other factors.  Contact us today to schedule your electromechanical (EM) cable service appointment.

Along with Delta Rigging & Tools and Morgan City Rentals, Matex is a quality addition to the BLP group. For over 50 years, they have been a premier supplier of lifting solutions. This includes sling fabrication, wire rope & rigging hardware, fall protection, cable service, recertification, and custom lifting solutions. For one thing, their reputation for outstanding service is built upon their “Customer First” philosophy. With this in mind, all services and products are accessible through their customer service phone lines that are answered 24/7.

“The acquisition of Matex complements our overall wire rope and rigging offering. Now, additional services can be provided to the oil and gas industry. This investment represents an important strategic opportunity. This opportunity is to offer high-quality products/service operations in and around Texas and Louisiana,” said Harold King, President of BLP. “The acquisition adds to our capacity and geographic presence to key market customers.”

When managing the electrical project, you will often find a need to splice electrical cables instead of buying new ones. Cable or wire splicing is the process of connecting the endpoints of two or more cable conductors. During cable splicing, the wires of different length are joined together while their original characteristics remain the same. Splicing can be performed on electrical and fiber optical cables.

The primary purpose of splicing is to allow spliced wires to carry the current. By performing splicing, you have the opportunity to connect damaged cables instead of installing new ones. Splicing cables can be a cheaper alternative to investing in new ones. However, splicing requires knowledge and some practice, so it is not an option for those without basic electrical knowledge.

You can also expand an electrical cable to reach a desired electrical circuit. For instance, coaxial cables in the house are often joined together when they do not reach the cable source or TV set in the house, so a single wire is formed. Cables are also spliced to extend fixture boxers or when heading a branch circuit in several separate directions. Slicing also comes in handy when moving lighting fixtures or breaking walls in the house.

It is not recommended to splice different wire gauges together because of the potential concerns about ampacity that would result in the current overloading.

You can safely splice three or more wires as long as you follow basic instructions. Pigtail is the best type of splicing when connecting three or more wires because it prevents one of the splices from remaining straight while others are twisted around it. When this occurs, the splicing might fail because the straight wire can be easily pulled out of the construction.

Do not use tape alone to splice wires without twist-on wire caps. This procedure is not approved by UL, and the wires are at risk of losing their original characteristics, such as flame retardancy, moisture resistance, etc.

There is a variety of popular electrical splices and joints used in cable splicing, including pig tails, y-splices, knotted tabs, aerial tabs, cross joints, and duplex cross joints. While pig tail is the most common type of splicing, you should educate yourself about these types to find which one is suitable for you. For instance, y-splices are performed on small cables with flexible strands.

For basic cable splicing, you will need the following tools: an electrical cable ripper, a wire stripper, a hammer, a screwdriver, working gloves, pliers, a cordless drill, and an extender for it. You will also need to gather materials to perform splicing, including a jbox, cable clamps for it, wire connectors as recommended by the UL, woodscrews, and a grounding pigtail.

You would need a separate set of tools for fiber optic splicing, including fiber strippers, crimp tools, tubing cutters, kevlar scissors, needle-nose pliers, fiber scribes, tweezers, and a jacket stripper.

After you made sure that all safety concerns are met, it is time to splice your wires. While there are several methods of splicing, we will review two of the simplest and most common. The first one is stripping wires prior to splicing, while the second one is splicing with the help of a twist-on wire cap that is often called "a wire nut." Follow these basic steps to perform splicing. As a rule, all manipulations should be performed within a junction box.

The splicing of fiber optic cables differ from regular cable splicing. While regular electrical cables" splicing is always mechanical, fiber optic cables can be joined using two methods: mechanical splicing and fusion splicing.

During fusion splicing, a special kind of fusion splicer machine is used to connect the two fibers. The ends are attached using electrical heat by creating an electrical arc. Thanks to the use of the machine, the connection between the two fibers is transparent and non reflective. Do mind that fusion splicing is more pricey than the mechanical one; however, it is considered higher quality and gives a longer life to the spliced cables. With fusion splicing, there is less reduction of the electrical current and less transmission loss. Fusion splicing is typically performed by a skilled technician. The typical loss of light transmission during the fusion splicing is around 0.1 dB, and the insertion loss is even less than this.

Mechanical splicing is the technique that allows joining fiber optic cables manually using only tools without a special electrical device. The fibers are connected using a special index matching liquid. The mechanical splice that connects the fibers is usually about 6 cm long. A covering is used to speed up the splicing process.

Mechanical splicing is a cheaper and faster method of connecting fibers. However, the reflection is higher than when using the fusion method. The insertion loss in the case of mechanical splicing is usually less than 0.5dB, while the splicing loss is around 0.3dB.

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