Thanks for the info, Wilson. I have never installed crimp-on cable
fittings before , always having it done at a rigging shop for Nicopress
or otherwise. I use crimp-on splices for joining barbed wire with
similar fittings and tools but with less than 100% satisfaction.
I have a 20 ton hydraulic press that I have upgraded from a manual lever
pump to an air over hydraulic arrangement which gives me precise and
effortless function and control. I would be interested in knowing if
dies for the kind of crimps you are using are available that I could use
in conjunction with my press to do the crimping.
Patrick NJ5G
On 8/18/2015 9:52 AM, Wilson wrote:
I can’t stand the price of Nicopress stuff, so I bought a tool from a farm
supply place.
It was under $100 and works fine.
Sure, it’s Chinese, but it really crimps, hard to close all the way.
Of course I was suspicious, so I made some slings (aircraft cable) for use with
my tractor.
I’ve subjected them to brutal jerking and pulling,and the single sleeve eyes
have never moved a bit.
When I get my friends 2000 lb dynamometer, I’ll set up a controlled test to 4K lb and
report. I don’t expect failure.
YMMV, but I’m satisfied and would use it, with double sleeves, for 3/16 EHS.
Here are some examples: http://www.e-rigging.com/hand-swagers
The bench type is a lot easier to use. In fact, I usually use mine as if it were a
bench type, by putting one handle on the bench or floor and pushing down on the other.
The sleeves are surprisingly expensive. It’s crucial to get the correct
material for your job.
WL
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