Swage Sleeves

Match the sleeve to the exact wire-rope diameter, cable construction, sleeve material and approved swaging procedure. Confirm the manufacturer's specifications for the complete termination.

A swage sleeve normally secures two cable sections to form a loop or eye. A stop sleeve is compressed near a cable end to create a terminal stop. They serve different functions and should not be substituted for one another.

Use aluminum only when it is compatible with the specified wire rope, environment and swaging procedure. Confirm cable material, corrosion exposure and the exact manufacturer's guidance.

Copper sleeves are used with compatible cable systems where their material, dimensions and swaging characteristics are specified. Confirm galvanic compatibility and environmental exposure.

It is a copper sleeve with a zinc-plated exterior. The coating changes surface corrosion behavior but does not eliminate the need to confirm cable compatibility, environment and the approved termination method.

No. Use the tool, die cavity, compression sequence and number of compressions specified for the exact sleeve and cable combination. An incorrect die can produce an unsafe or damaged termination.

A compatible thimble may support the cable eye and help reduce wear or crushing. Match the thimble groove and dimensions to the cable, sleeve and mating hardware.

Only when every component, the termination method and the completed assembly are expressly rated and approved for the intended lifting service. Material or appearance alone does not establish a lifting rating.

Check sleeve position, compression pattern, finished dimensions, cable damage, broken wires, corrosion, cracking, movement and deformation. Reject any termination that does not meet the applicable specification.