US Cargo Control
US Cargo Control HDTGV516-25PK Wire Rope Thimbles 25 pack
Heavy-duty galvanised wire rope thimbles protect loops and extend sling life in a 25-piece pack
- Heavy-duty galvanized steel resists corrosion
- 25 thimbles supply multiple rigging points
- Protects wire rope eyes from wear
- Meets heavy-duty lifting and pulling needs
- California Proposition 65 chemical warning applies
Heavy-duty galvanised thimbles
US Cargo Control supplies 25 heavy-duty galvanised wire-rope thimbles in a single pack. The thimbles protect rope eyes from wear and deformation during lifting or pulling tasks. They are intended for rigging, marine, agricultural and general hardware applications where a durable eye reinforcement is required. The bulk quantity suits professionals who replace thimbles regularly.
Corrosion resistance and load protection
The galvanised coating resists corrosion in outdoor and damp environments. Each thimble distributes load evenly around the rope eye to reduce stress concentrations. No moving parts or lubrication are involved so noise and power draw are not applicable. The steel construction maintains its protective layer under normal handling and installation.
Sustained load performance
Under continuous tension the thimble holds the rope eye in a smooth radius to prevent kinking and premature fatigue. The galvanised finish remains intact through repeated cycles of loading and unloading. California Proposition 65 warns that the product contains a chemical known to the State of California to cause cancer. Buyers who need stainless steel or larger diameters must source a different specification.
Highlights
- Heavy-duty galvanized steel resists corrosion
- 25 thimbles supply multiple rigging points
- Protects wire rope eyes from wear
- Meets heavy-duty lifting and pulling needs
- California Proposition 65 chemical warning applies
Specifications
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Questions about this item
How do I install the HDTGV516-25PK wire rope thimbles and what step is often missed?
Place the thimble inside the wire rope loop, form the eye around it, then secure with properly sized clips or a swage sleeve; the step often missed is re-torquing the clips after the first load cycle.
What maintenance or replacement will the HDTGV516-25PK thimbles need over time?
Inspect the galvanized coating for white rust or red corrosion, check the groove for wear or deformation, and replace any thimble that shows pitting, cracks, or elongation of the eye.
What limit appears first on the HDTGV516-25PK thimbles under sustained heavy use?
The galvanized coating wears through at the rope contact point, exposing base steel to accelerated corrosion and reducing the thimble's ability to protect the wire rope eye.
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