TM5-3810-305-10Table 4. TerminalEfficiencies(Approximate)Efficiencies are based on nominal strengthsMethod of attachmentEfficiencyRope with IWRC* Rope with FC**Socket-Spelter or1 0 0 % 1 0 0%Swagged Socket95%(Not Established)Mechanical Spliced Sleeve1 in. (25.40 mm) Diameterand Smaller95%92.5%—ILoop or Thimble SpliceHand Spliced (Tucked)(Carbon Steel Rope)1/2 in. (12.70 mm)86%86%Loop or Thimble SpliceHand Spliced (Tucked)(Stainless Steel Rope)1/2 in(12.70 mm)76%Wedge Sockets***(Depending on Design)75 to 95%75 to 95%Clips***(Number of Clips Varieswith size of Rope)80%80%*IWRC. - Independent Wire Rope Core,.**FC - Fiber CoreSocketinq***Typical values wnen applied properly.Refer to fittings manufacturers for exactvalues and method.All wire rope elements must be held securely bythe terminal. If this is not accomplished, theImproperly attached wire ropestrands will “loaf on the job” and there is everyterminals lead to serious orlikelihood that a strand will become “high”possibly unsafe conditions.(Figure 4-33). Selective abrasive wear of theFailure to follow this procedureloose strand will necessitate early removal of thecould cause DEATH or seriousrope.injury.Figure 4-33. A"High"Strand4 - 36Wire RopeResin Attachment
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