Stainless steel wire rope clip with bolt and hex nut on white background

Wire Rope Clips

Simplex Wire Rope Grip/Single Wire Rope Clip

A single wire rope clip made from low carbon steel, drop forged and zinc plated, designed to secure two wire ropes together or fasten the end of a wire rope to a fixed point. It provides a simple loop or anchor setup for light-duty applications. Sizes range from 2mm to 10mm, with standard dimensions and bolt sizes specified. Used in construction, marine, rigging, and general manufacturing where a basic connection is needed.

Size: from 2 to 10mm Processing: Forged
Material: Carbon Steel
Finish: Zinc Plated Package: Cartons then pack on pallets
Catalogue Family: Wire Rope Clips
Certificates: EN 10204 3.1 material test certificate on request

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Key Benefits

What Simplex Wire Rope Grip Gives You

Provides a secure connection for two wire ropes or a rope end to a fixed point
Drop forged construction offers strength and impact resistance for light-duty use
Zinc plated finish resists corrosion in outdoor and humid environments

Simple design allows quick installation with hand tools
Standardized dimensions and bolt sizes ensure compatibility with common wire rope sizes
Cost-effective solution for temporary or low-load rigging tasks

Application Scenarios

Where Simplex Wire Rope Grip Is Used

Creating a temporary loop in a wire rope for lifting or anchoring in light construction work
Securing the end of a wire rope to a fixed anchor point on a trailer or crane
Joining two wire ropes end-to-end for a short-term rigging setup

Marine applications where a simple, corrosion-resistant connection is needed
General manufacturing setups requiring a quick and reliable rope termination

Who It Is For

Buyers This Product Is Built For

Construction crews needing temporary rope connections on site
Marine operators securing mooring lines or rigging on small vessels
Rigging contractors handling light-duty lifting or anchoring tasks

Manufacturers using wire rope in equipment with low dynamic load
Logistics and transport teams setting up temporary tie-downs

Problems It Solves

Problems This Product Removes

Requiring a fast, low-cost method to join two wire ropes or terminate a rope end
Needing a simple connection that doesn’t require complex tools or setup
Facing corrosion in outdoor or wet environments without proper protection

Avoiding the need for a full rigging system when only a basic loop is required
Reducing the number of specialized fittings needed for minor rigging tasks

Technical Features

Drop forged low carbon steel body for strength and durability
Zinc plated surface finish for corrosion resistance
Single clamp design with two wire rope grooves
Bolt and nut assembly with standard metric thread sizes

Designed for wire rope diameters from 2mm to 10mm
Stamped marking for size and material identification
No safety factor or load rating specified; not intended for heavy or dynamic loads

Specifications

Simplex Wire Rope Grip Specifications

Values published in the Kailipu catalogue for this item. Anything not listed is available on request.

Material	Low carbon steel drop forged
Finish	Zinc plated
Size Range	2mm to 10mm wire rope diameter
L Dimensions	15mm to 47.5mm
D Dimensions	M4 to M10 bolt size
Design	Single wire rope clip with two grooves
Standard	DIN 741, DIN 1142, US malleable

Materials

Materials And Finishes

Low carbon steel for drop forging
Zinc plating for corrosion protection

Metric bolts and nuts matching the size range
No stainless steel or alloy steel options listed

Manufacturing Process

How This Product Is Made

1Drop forging of the clamp body from low carbon steel

2Heat treatment to improve strength and formability

3Machining of the rope grooves and bolt holes

4Zinc plating for surface protection

5Assembly of bolt and nut

6Final inspection and packing

Quality Control

Quality Control On Every Batch

Proof load testing on production batches
Dimensional tolerance checking against published size table
Material Test Certificate to EN 10204 3.1 supplied with orders

Visual inspection for surface defects and plating quality
Breaking strength validation for each batch
Third-party inspection accepted before shipment

Customisation

Customisation Options

Custom sizes built to a supplied drawing
Custom tonnage stamping on request
Private label and OEM marking available

Custom packing configuration for cartons and pallets
Finish options include zinc plating, powder coating, or electrophoretic black

Compare

How It Compares With The Alternatives

An honest read on where this pattern wins and where another one would serve you better.

Alternative	Honest Trade Off
Double wire rope clip	The simplex version is simpler and cheaper but offers less holding strength and is not suitable for high-load or dynamic applications
Swage fittings	Swage connections are permanent and stronger but require special tools and equipment; simplex clips are temporary and tool-free
Screw pin shackle	Screw pin shackles are more secure under vibration but require more time to install and are heavier than a simplex clip
Welded eye splice	Welded splices are stronger and more permanent but require skilled labor and equipment; simplex clips are field-installable and reusable

Use Guide

How To Use And Inspect Simplex Wire Rope Grip

Ensure the wire rope ends are parallel and properly overlapped before installing the clip
Position the clamp so the U-bolt is on the dead end of the rope and the saddle is on the live end
Tighten the bolts evenly to avoid distorting the rope or clamp
Use the recommended torque value if available; do not overtighten
Inspect the connection before each use for signs of wear, slippage, or deformation
Replace the clip if the rope shows signs of damage or the clip is no longer secure