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MIDWEST FASTENER CORP

MIDWEST FASTENER CORP 54891 3/16" Aluminum Cable Ferrules 50PK

SKU CH-F88B-BG5RB

Pack of 50 aluminum cable ferrules sized for 3/16 inch wire connections

  • TypeWire Connectors & Terminals
  • 3/16 in aluminium ferrules secure wire rope reliably
  • Pack of 50 pieces covers multiple termination jobs
  • Lightweight aluminium resists corrosion in outdoor environments
  • Crimp installation creates strong permanent connections fast
  • MIDWEST FASTENER 54891 model ensures consistent manufacturing quality

3/16" Aluminum Cable Ferrules

This pack contains fifty aluminum cable ferrules sized at 3/16 inch for securing wire rope ends. They suit automotive, marine and general rigging tasks where a reliable loop or termination is required. The lightweight aluminum construction resists corrosion in outdoor environments. Buyers who need stainless steel or copper ferrules for higher strength or conductivity should look elsewhere.

Thermals noise and power draw

These are passive mechanical connectors with no electrical consumption, heat generation or audible noise during use. They add negligible weight to the assembly and require no external power source. Performance depends entirely on correct crimping technique and matching ferrule size to the cable diameter.

3/16 inch size compatibility

The single specification that determines fit is the 3/16 inch internal diameter matched to your wire rope. Verify the cable outer diameter before purchase to ensure a proper crimp. No other dimensions or material grades are offered in this pack.

Highlights

  • 3/16 in aluminium ferrules secure wire rope reliably
  • Pack of 50 pieces covers multiple termination jobs
  • Lightweight aluminium resists corrosion in outdoor environments
  • Crimp installation creates strong permanent connections fast
  • MIDWEST FASTENER 54891 model ensures consistent manufacturing quality

Specifications

BrandMIDWEST FASTENER
TypeWire Connectors & Terminals

Questions about this item

How do you install the 3/16" aluminum ferrules onto a cable, and what is the common mistake?

Slide the ferrule over the wire, insert the cable end, then crimp with a swaging tool sized for 3/16". The step people miss is using the correct die; pliers or an undersized die leave a loose connection.

What maintenance or replacement will the 50-pack of aluminum ferrules need over time?

Aluminum ferrules are single-use crimp connectors. Inspect each joint for corrosion or cable slippage; any damaged ferrule must be cut off and replaced with a new one from the pack.

What limit appears first when the 3/16" ferrules are under sustained load?

The aluminum body yields before the steel cable slips. Under continuous tension the ferrule deforms permanently, so the mechanical limit is the ferrule's own material creep.

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