Wedge Sockets

Product Description

Wedge sockets provide a quick and reliable wire rope termination. The wedge automatically grips the rope tighter under load. No tools required for rope installation — simply insert the rope end, wrap around the wedge, and apply load. The socket must be inspected regularly.

Specifications

Type	Description	Rope Dia.	Standard
Standard Wedge Socket	Cast steel body with wedge	6–64 mm	GB/T 5973
Safety Wedge Socket	With safety latch/bolt	10–48 mm	EN 13411-6

Application

Key Features

Quick installation — no special tools
Wedge grips tighter under load
Termination efficiency approximately 80%
Rope tail must extend beyond socket
Minimum tail length: 6× rope diameter

Typical Applications

Crane boom tip termination
Dragline and winch rope ends
Mining and quarry equipment
Temporary rope terminations
General purpose field terminations

Technical Parameters

Parameter	Options
Surface Finish	Hot-dip galvanized \| Electro-galvanized \| Self-color \| Stainless steel 304/316
Safety Factor	5:1 (standard) \| 6:1 \| 7:1 available
Proof Test	2× WLL for all slings and fittings
Certificates	ISO 9001 \| CE \| BV \| DNV \| ABS \| LR \| RMRS
Packaging	Wooden case \| Pallet \| As per customer requirement