It is recommended to load test the termination to ensure its integrity.
When using wire rope ferrule, ensure that the cut end of the wire rope extends at least two wire rope diameters from the swage sleeves, so that the swage sleeve remains in contact with the wire rope as it expands during installation.
The number of crimps is determined by the size of the swage sleeve and the number of crimps is also determined by the size, larger swage sleeves require more crimps, 1/16'' and 3/32'' require 2, 1/8'' and 5/32'' require 3, 3/16'' and 1/4'' require 4, 5/16'' and 3/8'' require 5 and 1/2'' require 6. 6 are required.
Crimping on the outside of vinyl-coated wire rope is not recommended as this will significantly reduce the strength of the terminal.
Orient the swage sleeve and align it vertically, not horizontally, to accommodate the jaw of the crimper. leave a small space of no more than 2 wire rope diameters between the swage sleeves.
After splicing, use a crimp sleeve gauge to determine if the maximum crimp effect has been achieved. When fitted correctly, hourglass and oval swage sleeves will preserve more than 90% of the breaking strength of the wire rope and should always be load-tested prior to use.
Aluminum wire rope ferrule is usually used in conjunction with hot dip galvanised wir rope to fill the grooves of steel cables during installation and is an economical solution for both indoor and outdoor applications. It should be noted that Aluminium swage sleeves should not be used in conjunction with stainless steel wire rope as the prolonged contact between the two materials can cause galvanic corrosion.
Copper wire rope ferrule is an economical solution for loops or laps that can be used for indoor or outdoor applications and is generally available in a variety of finishes: plain self-colored, zinc plated, tin plated, nickel plated, etc. zinc plated provides an attractive and corrosion-resistant surface, tin plated provides corrosion-resistant, flat, low-gloss surfaces, and nickel plated for a corrosion-resistant and wear-resistant surface.
Stainless steel wire rope ferrules offer the best corrosion resistance and are suitable for use in salt water or nearby aggressive scenarios. The installation of stainless steel swage sleeves requires the use of hydraulic, pneumatic, full-length crimping machines in order to achieve the proper and maximum crimp size.
Steel wire rope ferrules are designed for flemish eye wire rope and low-temperature toughness. It is recommended to load test the termination to ensure its integrity.