Cable gripping device

Details Cable gripping device Cable gripping device

1976-05-24

1977-11-01

Gilliam, Paul R.

Buckles, buttons, clasps, etc.

Cord and rope holders

403 29, 24115N, F16G 1101

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040558754

ABSTRACT:
A cable gripping device which is readily adjustable and fail-safe. The device includes cylindrical inner and outer housings in telescoped relationship which contain an inner gripper member and an outer compression spring connected to the housings. When the housings are biased apart by the compression spring, the gripper member is forced into tight contact with a rope or cable passing axially through the housings, locking the assembly in position on the cable. If the housings are moved toward each other, the compression spring is compressed and the gripper member is loosened, allowing the assembly to be moved along the cable. If the operator releases the housings, such as by slipping and falling, the compression spring automatically moves the housings apart, causing the gripper to again grip the cable. This device is especially suitable for use by workers in high locations, since they can move about along a safety cable without unhooking their safety lanyards from the cable.

REFERENCES:
patent: 2691478 (1954-10-01), Frankel
patent: 3343231 (1967-09-01), Clay

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