Thread Dia.& Take Up (in.) | Working Load Limit (lbs.)" | Weight Each (Ibs.) | Dimensions (in.) | |||||||||||
A | D | E Closed | F | J Open | K Closed | M Open | N Closed | R | S | X Closed | BB | |||
1/4 x4 | 400 | 29 | 25 | 45 | 1.59 | 1.27 | 11.46 | 7.46 | 12.09 | 8.09 | 78 | 34 | 1.75 | 4 |
5/16×4-1/2 | 700 | 49 | 31 | 50 | 1.94 | 1.5 | 13.19 | 8.69 | 13.47 | 9.47 | 94 | 44 | 2.09 | 4.5 |
38x6 | 1000 | 78 | 38 | 56 | 2.3 | 1.77 | 16.98 | 10.98 | 17.94 | 11.94 | 1.12 | 53 | 2.52 | 6 |
1/2× 6 | 1500 | 1.61 | 50 | 66 | 2.94 | 2.28 | 19.45 | 12.45 | 20.67 | 13.67 | 1.44 | 72 | 3.23 | 6 |
1/2 x12 | 1500 | 2.26 | 50 | 66 | 2.94 | 2.28 | 31.45 | 18.45 | 32.67 | 19.67 | 1.44 | 72 | 3.23 | 12 |
5/8 ×6 | 2250 | 2.7 | 63 | 90 | 3.69 | 2.81 | 21.96 | 13.96 | 22.72 | 15.47 | 1.75 | 88 | 3.9 | 6 |
5/8x 12 | 2250 | 3.78 | 63 | 90 | 3.69 | 2.81 | 33.21 | 19.96 | 34.72 | 21.47 | 1.75 | 88 | 3.9 | 12 |
3/4 × 6 | 3000 | 3.89 | 75 | 98 | 4.52 | 3.33 | 23.13 | 15.63 | 24.95 | 17.45 | 2.09 | 1 | 4.69 | 6 |
3/4 x 12 | 3000 | 5.83 | 75 | 98 | 4.52 | 3.33 | 35.13 | 21.63 | 36.95 | 23.45 | 2.09 | 1 | 4.69 | 12 |
3/4 × 18 | 3000 | 6.33 | 75 | 98 | 4.52 | 3.33 | 47.13 | 27.63 | 48.95 | 29.45 | 2.09 | 1 | 4.69 | 18 |
7/8× 12 | 4000 | 8.1 | 88 | 1.13 | 5.19 | 3.78 | 36.53 | 22.78 | 38.66 | 24.91 | 2.38 | 1.25 | 5.1 | 12 |
1 x 12 | 5000 | 11.93 | 1.1 | 1.25 | 5.84 | 4.25 | 38.8 | 24.8 | 41.2 | 27.2 | 3 | 1.44 | 6.36 | 12 |
Here are some details about it:
1.Function: Turnbuckles are mechanical devices used to adjust the tension or length of ropes, cables, rods, or other tensioning systems. By rotating the central body, the distance between the two ends can be adjusted, either lengthening or shortening the assembly, thereby applying tension or slack as needed.
2.Types: Common types of turnbuckles include hook and hook, eye and eye, jaw and jaw, jaw and eye, and hook and eye. Each type has different end fittings, offering versatility in various applications.
3.Hook and Eye Turnbuckles: These feature a hook at one end and an eye at the other, suitable for applications where one end needs to be secured to a fixed point. The hook end fitting allows for quick attachment and release, and it’s designed to connect to a larger hook for better fatigue ratings. The eye end fitting is the most secure option available - the circular design has no vulnerable points, meaning your wire rope or cable won’t slip through.
4.Usage: Turnbuckles are used in rigging, tower and suspension jobs, oil rigging, mining, and other applications where tensioning capabilities are required.