Product Description
The Klein Tools 1684-5 Chicago Grip is a heavy-duty cable grip built for pulling extra-high-strength (EHS), aircraft cable, messenger wire, and guy strand. Designed to handle mid-to-large cable sizes and heavier loads, this grip features double "V" grooves for four-point contact, ensuring a secure hold and proper alignment. The sawtooth jaw profile delivers added gripping power to prevent slipping under load. Made in the USA and hand-inspected for superior quality and performance in the field.
Key Features
- Designed for aircraft cable, EHS, messenger, and guy strand
- Double "V" groove jaws provide four-point contact for secure grip and accurate cable alignment
- Sawtooth jaw profile adds extra holding power for demanding pulls
- Heavy-duty construction for larger cables and high-load applications
- Forged and heat-treated steel for exceptional strength and durability
- Made in the USA, with each unit hand-inspected and actuated to ensure proper function
- Note: For larger conductors, see grips with round inside-jaw contours
Specifications
- Cable Diameter Range: 0.218" to 0.55" (5.54 to 13.97 mm)
- Maximum Safe Load: 8,000 lb (3,629 kg)
- Jaw Type: Double "V" groove, sawtooth profile
- Jaw Length: 5" (12.7 cm)
- Weight: 5.8 lb (2.6 kg)
Specifications
Safety Notice
Although Bishop Lifting strives to manufacture and sell the highest quality rigging and safety gear, use of the gear is dangerous if not used correctly by competent trained professionals. Bishop Lifting disclaims any liability resulting from the misuse of its rigging and safety gear. Please take a moment to more thoroughly review our disclaimer.
Bishop Lifting rigging and safety gear is only intended to be used by competent trained professionals. Misuse of the rigging and safety gear can result in serious injury up to and including loss of life. As such, Bishop Lifting disclaims liability for any misuse or incorrect product selection by our customers.
Rigging and safety gear purchased from Bishop Lifting should be used in strict accordance with all industry and OSHA standards. At no time should rigging or safety gear be used beyond its certified load ratings (aka Working Load Limits). Normal wear and tear should be expected with use of rigging and safety gear; therefore, all gear should be thoroughly inspected before each and every use. Worn or unsafe rigging and safety gear should never be used.