This is because the saddle has teeth to grip the cable, and protects it from crimping and damage over time. [HowNot2] tests a number of different wire rope clamps – including improper installation.

Pros/Performance, build quality, easy to install and use, established and respected brand Some winches will offer you the choice between a steel cable/wire or a synthetic rope. Typically ...

All scientists who use their own oceanographic cables and winches aboard UNOLS vessels must comply with new safety standards that have strict requirements for oceanographic cables (defined in Appendix ...