Cable clamps sometimes refer to cable stops or cable clips. And we usually use it to clamp down on wire rope during construction projects.

First you should choose a reliable and professional rigging hardware manufacturer.

Secondly, think about your work environment. In other words, where you want to use the wire rope clip?

Finally, you need to consider the load specifications. Also, you shouldn’t use clips for any permanent rigging or lifting applications. Because they are suited only for temporary load applications.

1. Drop Forged Galvanized

• They cost less than stainless steel wire rope clips.
• They are more suited for outdoor environments.
• But, they are not as corrosion resistant as their stainless-steel variants.

2. Malleable Galvanized

• They can be use in outdoor environments.
• But they are not as corrosion resistant as other types of wire rope clamps.
• Their surface can develop rust quickly when exposed to rain, snow, salty air, or saltwater environments.

3. Stainless Steel

• These are the most corrosion-resistant wire rope clamps.
• Highly resistant to surface rust, even in saltwater environments, they are best suite for outdoor environments.
• As stainless steel is costly, they are a little expensive compare to other types of clamps.

Typically, the distance between the clips is about six wire rope diameters, to give adequate holding power. We need to tighten the clips before the rope is placed under tension. After the load is placed on the rope, tighten the clips again to take care of any lessening in rope diameter cause by tension of the load.