Klein Tree Wire Grip, 0.870 to 1.610-in. (1649928)
Klein Tree Wire Grip, 0.870 to 1.610-in. (1649928)
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Product Details
Product Details
Key Features
Overview
The Klein Tools Tree Wire Grip, 0.870 to 1.610-Inch (1649928) is a parallel-jaw come-along grip for pulling and tensioning HDPE covered tree wire. This is a cable pulling grip designed for overhead utility line work where large, specialty-coated support and utility cables need to be held securely without damaging the covering.
Covered conductors are the challenge. Standard serrated jaws can bite through or scar an HDPE covering. The 1649928 uses carbide grit-coated jaws that provide a firm, slip-resistant hold without damaging cable coatings, and an optimized jaw design that opens wide enough for larger and specialty-coated cables.
The jaws are parallel type, 4-3/8" (11.2 cm) long, and accept cable diameters from 0.870" to 1.610" (22.1 to 40.9 mm). A spring-loaded gripping mechanism keeps the grip in place on the cable, which speeds setup and keeps it from walking off while you rig. There is no hot latch, swing latch or locking handle.
The large handle loop opening fits a wide variety of hooks and rigging hardware, so it works with the hoists and come-alongs crews already carry. Klein rates it for a 4,000 lb (1,814 kg) maximum safe load. The steel grip measures about 13-7/8" x 2-3/8" x 7-7/8" (35.3 x 6.1 x 20.1 cm) and weighs 7.6 lb (3.4 kg). Made in USA.
Who should buy it: line crews, utility contractors and tree-wire installers who pull and tension covered conductors and need a grip sized for large diameters.
Firm Hold, Coating Intact
Carbide grit-coated jaws grip securely without tearing up the cable covering.
- Carbide grit-coated parallel jaws
- Jaw length 4-3/8" (11.2 cm)
- Built for HDPE covered tree wire
Sets Fast, Stays Put
The spring keeps the grip on the cable while you hook up, and the big loop accepts common rigging hardware.
- Spring-loaded gripping mechanism
- Large handle loop for hooks and rigging
- 4,000 lb (1,814 kg) maximum safe load
Key Specifications
| Cable Type | HDPE covered tree wire |
|---|---|
| Cable Diameter | 0.870" to 1.610" (22.1 to 40.9 mm) |
| Maximum Safe Load | 4,000 lb (1,814 kg) |
| Jaw Type | Parallel |
| Jaw Surface | Carbide grit coated |
| Jaw Length | 4-3/8" (11.2 cm) |
| Spring-Loaded | Yes |
| Hot Latch / Swing Latch | No / No |
| Locking Handle | No |
| Material | Steel |
| Overall Dimensions (L x W x H) | 13-7/8" x 2-3/8" x 7-7/8" (35.3 x 6.1 x 20.1 cm) |
| Weight | 7.6 lb (3.4 kg) |
| Made In | USA |
Built For
Pro Tip
Match the grip to the cable before you load it: this one starts at 0.870". On smaller covered conductors the jaws will not close down far enough to hold properly, so use a grip sized for that range.
Tool Nut's Take
Sized for Big Covered Cable
The Klein Tools Tree Wire Grip (1649928) holds large HDPE covered tree wire at up to a 4,000 lb safe load without wrecking the covering.
- Who it's for: Line crews and utility contractors pulling and tensioning covered conductors.
- Why it stands out: Carbide grit parallel jaws, a 0.870" to 1.610" range, a big rigging loop, and Made in USA.
- Worth knowing: No hot latch or locking handle, and it is a 7.6 lb steel grip. Never exceed the rated safe load.
Common Questions
- What cable sizes does the Klein 1649928 fit? Cable diameters from 0.870" to 1.610" (22.1 to 40.9 mm).
- What is the maximum safe load? 4,000 lb (1,814 kg).
- Will the jaws damage the cable covering? Klein designed the carbide grit-coated jaws to hold securely without damaging cable coatings.
- Where is it made? Made in USA.
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