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Cable Pulling Grips
 
When laying cables through conduits, shafts, or cable guides, a secure connection between the cable and the pulling aid is crucial. Cable pulling grips transfer the tensile forces evenly to the cable jacket, avoiding point loads and thus reducing the risk of damage, especially on tight or long stretches or with communication cables.
 
A cable pulling grip is a braided, tubular element that is pushed over the end of the cable and tightens automatically when pulled. This design distributes the tensile force over a large area, preventing slipping and protecting the cable. For cable pulling, the tedious removal of the cable jacket and insulation is no longer necessary.
 
Cable pulling grips are slid over the cable end and tighten automatically under tension. The tensile force is distributed evenly over the length of the grip, which protects the cable jacket and reliably prevents slipping.
 Are you familiar with the following challenges in basic domestic and telecom installations?
 
Several Cat.6 LAN cables must be pulled through a single pipe. Connecting individual wires and cable cores is tedious.
Enclose the cable jacket with a cable pulling grip – no time-consuming stripping of insulation and connecting fine copper wires, which could stretch under high pulling force and negatively impact LAN measurement values.
► Our recommendations: Cable pulling grip with thread or loop or with quick-release (hook).
 
Pre-assembled LAN patch cables must be guided through a raised floor without damaging the connectors:
Instead of attaching the LAN cables to the pulling system with wire and wrapping them in lots of electrical tape, it is advantageous to use a cable pulling grip with a protective cap. This provides ideal protection and saves a lot of time.
► Our recommendations: Cable pulling loop with protective cap.
 
Heavy connection cables must be pulled through conduit systems. Connecting them to the cable pulling system is time-consuming and must withstand enormous tensile forces:
Due to the high tensile forces, the cable pulling grip contracts and reliably holds the cable by the jacket with up to 5800 kg of tensile force.
► Our recommendations: Reinforced cable pulling grips and swivel joints for the connection to the pulling rope.
 
More about the individual cable pulling grips
Flexible stainless steel mesh adjusts to cables with Ø 4–15 mm. The integrated swivel prevents twisting and reduces friction in the pipe. The slim looping technique enables fast, ergonomic pulling and is compatible with fiberglass rods and guiding pipes – durable, rust-proof, and reliable for telecom and electrical installations.
Solidly constructed with reinforced stainless steel mesh – ideal for capstan winches (CW 800 E). For large cables Ø 30–100 mm, high pulling force, extremely resilient up to 5800 kg. Optimally coordinated for heavy pulling tasks in overhead line and grid construction – reduces effort and damage during powerful cable pulling.
Stainless steel hook with integrated quick-release – tested for 200 kg breaking load. Patented swivel protects cable and grip, allowing attachment in seconds without screws. Ideal for electrical installers who want to lay cables quickly, safely, and efficiently. Robust, rust-proof, practical in handling.
Protects pre-assembled connectors during pulling through pipes and cavities. High-quality protection against mechanical stress and dirt. Ideal for fiber optic (FTTH) and network installations. Compact design and easy handling.