What is a crimping sleeve for steel cables?

A crimping sleeve for steel cables (also known as a steel cable ferrule or cable stop) is an accessory used to securely fasten the ends of steel cables.

What types of crimping gloves for steel cables do we offer?

At hqlifting, we offer a variety of crimping gloves for steel cables, suitable for various applications, ensuring the safety and efficiency of the cables.

• Aluminum crimping gloves: Made of aluminum through extrusion and machining processes. They can be easily attached to steel cables using a crimping tool or crimper. We offer aluminum crimp sleeves DIN 3093 that meet the DIN 3093 standard, also known as EN 13411-3. Our oval aluminum sleeves meet the relevant American standards. Oval sleeves are designed to form an eye at the end of a sling or steel cable, while two-hole sleeves form a loop, providing a secure connection between two parts of the cable.
• Copper gloves: Also known as copper sleeves or brass ferrules (made of brass), they offer an economical solution for crimping sleeves for steel cables, ensuring a secure connection in steel cable assemblies.
• Steel crimping gloves: These gloves are made of carbon steel and can be crimped using a crimper or crimping tool.
• Cable stops: This smaller cable stop is mainly used to prevent the end of a steel cable from passing through another material.

How to crimp a crimping glove?

Crimping sleeves for steel cables come in various types and sizes. Regardless of the type, a manual crimper or a hydraulic press can be used to apply enough force to deform the sleeve, securing the steel cable in place. For detailed instructions on how to install crimping sleeves for steel cables and cable stops, please refer to our comprehensive guide. Although the guide mainly focuses on cable clamps for steel cables, it also contains relevant information about crimping sleeves and cable stops.