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
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 |
Surface Detail
Surface Detail
