Chicago® Grip for Bare Wire 0.5 to 0.7-Inch

Klein Tools 1656 Series Chicago Grips have a round, smooth inside jaw contour making it perfect for work with stranded copper cables. These smooth jaws grip with maximum contact and are less likely to cause cable deformation. All Klein grips are manufactured from custom drop-forged steel that is machined and heat treated for excellent durability. Each grip is individually hand inspected and actuated for proper function. Grips are also rigorously tested and pulled to rated load to ensure the highest quality and reliability.

Features

• Manufactured from drop-forged, heat-treated steel for excellent durability
• Smooth jaws grip with maximum contact and are less likely to damage conductors
• Round, smooth inside jaw contour on this series of grips is ideal for bare ACSR, aluminum, and stranded-copper cables
• Jaw design helps reduce slippage to make pulling cables easier
• Made in USA

Warnings

• Before each use, clean jaw area and inspect grip for proper operation to avoid slippage.
• Grips are to be used for temporary installation, not for permanent anchorage.
• When used on/near energized lines, ground, insulate, or isolate grip before pulling.
• Do not exceed rated capacity.
• Always match proper size and type of grip to application.

Specifications

• Cable Type: ACSR, AAC, Copper
• Type: Chicago Grip
• Jaw Length (cm): 14
• Material: Steel
• Swing Latch: No
• Spring: No
• Application: Wire Pulling
• Weight: 7.4250 lbs
• Teeth Type: Smooth
• Jaw Type: Round
• Cable Diameter: 0.53" to 0.74" (13.46 to 18.8 mm)
• Height: 1.8000 in
• Maximum Safe Load (lb): 8000
• Hot Latch: No
• Width: 4.5000 in
• Weight (lb): 7.4
• Maximum Safe Load (kg): 3628.7
• Depth: 9.9000 in
• Weight (kg): 3.4
• Jaw Length (Inch): 5.5
• Locking Handle: Yes

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