Tuf-Grip Assemblies

Below are a few of our most commonly requested reference guides.  For more information on other wire rope, visit Union Wire Rope's Technical Section or contact us today.

Thread size vs. rope diameter: general threading guidelines In this excerpt from the MacWhyte Wire Rope Assemblies Handbook, learn why thread sizes are compatible with individual rope diameters.  Additionally, understand how to make the choice between material content including: carbon steel, galvanized, stainless steel, and plated fittings such as cadmium. View Document Date of Publication: 2009 Source: TUF-GRIP Handbook (1 page)

Tuf-Grip Assemblies Handbook The name Tuf-GripTM says it all.  Tuf-GripTM fittings are securely attached to the wire rope by “clamping forces” that grip the rope and allow the tensile load to be transferred into the fitting.  In this Wire Rope Assemblies Handbook, learn how MacWhyte can design the fitting to accommodate an almost infinite number of variations. View Document Date of Publication: 2009 Source: TUF-GRIP Assemblies Handbook (ALL PAGES) (20 pages)

Tuf-Grip: Solving wire rope assembly problems for years Tuf-GripTM assemblies are manufactured with ropes made from a variety of materials – from uncoated high carbon wire to special alloys.  In this excerpt from the MacWhyte Wire Rope Assemblies Handbook, learn a few examples of Tuf-GripTM “at work” and learn why MacWhyte meets the toughest quality standards. View Document Date of Publication: 2009 Source: TUF-GRIP Handbook (1 page)

US Made Wire Rope and Cable Products In this Product Bulletin, learn the various definition of "US made wire rope" including references to the Buy American Act and the Buy America Requirement.  Additionally, learn how MacWhyte wire rope products meet these definitions. View Document Date of Publication: June 2010 Source: Product Bulletin (2 pages)