Spelter Socket Sling
A spelter socket sling is a high-strength wire rope sling with spelter (poured socket) terminations at the ends. The socket is permanently attached using molten zinc or resin, creating an extremely strong and durable connection. These slings are ideal for heavy-duty lifting, structural applications, and tensioning systems where maximum strength and reliability are required.
Key Features and Benefits:
Superior Strength & Load Capacity – Provides nearly 100% efficiency of the wire rope’s strength.
Permanently Secure Connection – The spelter socket is stronger than swaged sockets and ensures long-term durability.
High Resistance to Fatigue & Corrosion – Ideal for harsh environments like marine, oil & gas, and construction.
Minimal Stretch & Rigid Structure – Ensures precise load handling with little elongation.
Available in Open & Closed Sockets – Open spelter sockets allow easy pin connections, while closed spelter sockets provide a loop termination.
Common Applications:
Cranes & Hoisting – Used for lifting heavy loads in construction and industrial settings.
Bridges & Structural Support – Provides stability in suspension bridge cables and other load-bearing systems.
Oil & Gas Industry – Essential for offshore platforms, drilling equipment, and mooring lines.
Marine & Shipping – Used in towing, anchor lines, and ship rigging.
Mining & Heavy Industry – Ideal for draglines, haulage systems, and tensioning applications.