Aluminium Ferrules

Rigging hardware refers to a variety of accessories and tools used in lifting, pulling, securing, and moving heavy objects. These hardware components are commonly used across various industries, including construction, marine, industrial, and recreational sectors, ensuring safe and efficient operations.

Components of Rigging Hardware
Rigging hardware comprises various types of fittings, each with specific applications. Here are some common types of rigging hardware:

Shackles:
Usage: Used for connecting wire ropes, chains, slings, and other rigging equipment.
Types: Bow shackles, D-shackles.

Wire Rope Clips:
Usage: Used to secure the ends of wire ropes to prevent slipping.
Types: U-bolt clips, double saddle clips.

Swivels:
Usage: Allow the attached wire rope or chain to rotate, preventing twisting.
Types: Standard swivels, ball-bearing swivels.

Eye Bolts/Eye Nuts:
Usage: Provide a fixed point for lifting and pulling.
Types: Eye bolts, eye nuts.

Hooks:
Usage: Used for attaching to heavy loads and rigging equipment.
Types: Grab hooks, lifting hooks, swivel hooks.

Chains:
Usage: Used for pulling, securing, and lifting.
Types: Alloy chains, galvanized chains.

Slings:
Usage: Used for connecting lifting equipment to loads.
Types: Synthetic slings, wire rope slings, chain slings.

Pulleys/Sheaves:
Usage: Change the direction of force, increase lifting capacity.
Types: Single sheave pulleys, double sheave pulleys.

Turnbuckles:
Usage: Used to adjust the tension of wire ropes or chains.
Types: Hook and hook, hook and eye, eye and eye.

Thimbles:
Usage: Protect the eye of a wire rope, preventing wear.
Types: Standard thimbles, heavy-duty thimbles.

Types of Aluminum Ferrules

Standard Aluminum Ferrules:

Shape: Usually oval or round.

Usage: Used for common wire rope terminations, forming strong loop connections.

Double-Hole Aluminum Ferrules:

 

Shape: Featuring two parallel holes.

Usage: Suitable for splicing two wire ropes, providing a stronger connection.

 

Embossed Aluminum Ferrules:

Shape: Surface with embossed texture.

Usage: Increases friction, prevents slippage, suitable for high-stress environments.

 

Specifications of Aluminum Ferrules

The specifications of aluminum ferrules are usually chosen based on the diameter of the wire rope. Common specifications include:

For wire ropes with a diameter of 2mm-3mm: Small aluminum ferrules.

For wire ropes with a diameter of 4mm-6mm: Medium aluminum ferrules.

For wire ropes with a diameter above 8mm: Large aluminum ferrules.

Specific specifications may vary depending on the manufacturer and standards.

 

Advantages of Aluminum Ferrules

High Strength:

Aluminum alloy provides a strong connection, suitable for heavy-duty and high-stress environments.

Corrosion Resistance:

Aluminum material has excellent corrosion resistance, ideal for use in humid and marine environments.

Lightweight:

Aluminum alloy is lighter than steel, reducing the overall weight of the structure, and making installation and handling easier.

Easy to Process:

Aluminum ferrules are easy to crimp and form, requiring only specialized crimping tools for installation, and the operation is simple.

 

Applications of Aluminum Ferrules

Marine and Fishery:

Securing fishing nets, ship anchor chains, and cables.

Used in mooring and towing systems.

Construction and Industrial:

Securing wire ropes for high-altitude operations.

Connecting wire ropes in lifting and hoisting equipment.

Agriculture and Horticulture:

Connecting parts in agricultural machinery.

Securing and supporting horticultural equipment.

Sports and Recreation:

Securing safety ropes in climbing and mountaineering equipment.

Safety connections in sports facilities and amusement park equipment.

 

Installation Steps for Aluminum Ferrules

Choose the Right Ferrule:

Select the appropriate ferrule size based on the diameter of the wire rope.

Prepare the Wire Rope:

Insert the end of the wire rope into the aluminum ferrule, ensuring the length is appropriate.

Crimp the Ferrule:

Use specialized crimping tools (such as hydraulic crimping machines or manual crimping pliers) to compress the ferrule tightly, forming a secure connection.

Inspect the Connection:

Ensure the ferrule and wire rope are securely connected without any looseness or slippage.

 

Maintenance and Care of Aluminum Ferrules

Regular Inspection: Regularly inspect the connection between the ferrule and wire rope, promptly addressing any wear or loosening issues.

Corrosion Protection: Although aluminum is corrosion-resistant, additional corrosion protection is recommended in extreme environments.

Proper Storage: Store in a dry environment to avoid prolonged exposure to moisture or chemical corrosion.

Aluminum ferrules are indispensable accessories for wire rope connections and terminations, offering high strength, corrosion resistance, lightweight, and ease of processing. For your company, OkayRope, aluminum ferrules can be a valuable addition to your product line, providing comprehensive solutions to meet the diverse needs of customers in various industries.

 

SIZE		A		B		C		D		L		WEIGHT Kgs/1000Pcs
in	mm	in	mm	in	mm	in	mm	in	mm	in	mm
3/64	1.19	1/16	1.59	1/8	3.18	9/64	3.6	13/64	5.2	3/8	9.5	0.276
1/16	1.58	5/64	1.98	5/32	3.97	11/64	4.4	1/4	6.4	3/8	9.5	0.433
5/64	1.98	3/32	2.38	3/16	4.76	13/64	5.2	5/16	7.9	3/8	9.5	0.645
3/32	2.38	1/8	3.18	1/4	6.35	9/32	7.1	13/32	10.3	1/2	12.7	1.45
1/8	3.18	5/32	3.97	5/16	7.94	11/32	8.7	1/2	12.7	5/8	16	2.70
5/32	3.97	3/16	4.76	3/8	9.53	3/8	9.53	9/16	14.3	11/16	17	3.67
3/16	4.76	7/32	5.56	7/16	11.11	7/16	11.11	21/32	16.7	1	25	7.18
7/32	5.56	1/4	6.35	1/2	12.70	1/2	12.7	3/4	19	1-1/16	26	10.00
1/4	6.35	9/32	7.14	9/16	14.29	17/32	13.5	13/16	20.6	1-1/8	28	11.76
9/32	7.14	5/16	7.94	5/8	15.88	9/16	14.3	7/8	22.2	1-3/16	30	13.62
5/16	7.94	3/8	9.53	23/32	19.05	11/16	17.5	1-1/32	26.2	1-1/4	32	20.94
3/8	9.53	7/16	11.11	27/32	22.23	3/4	19.1	1-5/32	29.4	1-7/16	36	28.18
7/16	11.11	1/2	12.7	1	25.40	15/16	23.8	1-7/16	36.5	1-11/16	42	52.00
1/2	12.7	9/16	14.29	1-1/8	28.58	1-1/16	27	1-5/8	41.3	2	50	80.15
9/16	14.29	5/8	15.88	1-1/4	31.75	1-1/8	28.6	1-3/4	44.5	2-1/8	54	99.88
5/8	15.88	11/16	17.46	1-3/8	34.93	1-1/4	31.8	1-15/16	49.2	2-1/2	64	139.78

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