How to Select and Use Swage Sleeves - Installation Guide

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In this video, you will learn how to safely and correctly swage sleeves for your application. Swaging refers to the process of using a tool or machine to apply force to a sleeve or ferrule, compressing it onto and around a portion of the cable.
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PRODUCTS USED IN THE VIDEO
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TIMESTAMPS
0:17 Sleeves vs Clips
0:38 Swaging: Concept
0:52 Swaging: Cable Construction
1:34 Swaging: Aluminum Sleeve Function
1:51 Assembly: Preparation
2:43 Assembly: Swages Per Sleeve
3:29 Swaging Sequence
3:40 Assembly: Swage Gauge
4:08 Termination Efficiency
4:16 Vinyl Coated Cable
4:33 Lap Splice
5:00 Zinc Copper Sleeves: For Stainless Cable
5:28 Swaging Tools
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[@ahisma]

Who had the bright idea to play loud music while we were trying to listen to the comentary? I really wanted to listen but gave up after a few minutes.

[@psbdavewood]

Wow! Incredibly informative and well presented. A lot of thought and effort went into this video. This is how you build confidence in a company and sell product. Well done!

[@E-rigging]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@sluggo562]

Yeah, no kidding. I learned on the job a decade ago and it never even occurred to me there was a right way beyond that.

[@hifiguy77]

Best made and most informative video I have found on the subject! Thank you!

[@E-rigging]

Thanks!

[@bstacy1313]

Wildly helpful. I was wondering how to get the plastic wrapping into the sleeve. Now I know to cut it off. Thank you!

[@julieweinhouse7737]

I've spent days looking at videos to explain how to use the sleeves and swaging tool. Thank you for making such a complete video on the topic. You're a life saver!

[@E-rigging]

Glad we could help!

[@gtdodgeviper]

I watched the whole video and i don’t even know why. I have no need for this tool or even the cable.

[@jackarentphotography9822]

gtdodgeviper because it’s late and you’re going nuts, go to bed..

[@boxsterman77]

You are a credit to your profession and E-Rigging. You just saved me from making a bad mistake.

[@Tavdog]

Finally a video that explains why swaging even works ! It's those valley bruh!

[@tylerhall6869]

Tavis Gustafson those valleys are “pitted” bruh.

[@03bugeye]

Touche` Broseefus

[@nikmills]

Nice video, but why is there distracting music playing when I'm trying to hear what my guy here is saying? I don't get it. It's not even real music, just a constant beat.

[@danafoster39]

I know right im

[@ThisTall]

Can hear him perfectly.

[@davemi00]

@@danafoster39

[@davemi00]

@Mickey Mook Don’t be a Karen 🙀

[@nikmills]

Excellent put downs. First class, really. But no answers. Any answers?

[@donaldhoolahan8773]

Have watched several videos on this topic trying to understand the proper technique for swaging. This video was the best by far. Thanks!

[@MrShankspony]

Thanks for such a well presented, informative video; answered all my questions!

[@markkoons7488]

This is a stroke of marketing genius. I've wondered for years where to get and how to use this hardware. So glad to have found you. I'm on the way to your web site right now.

[@dataanalyst5704]

I thoroughly enjoyed this video. It caught my eye even though I will never have to swage anything, ever ! Now I want the whole set. What a very calm, confident voice you have as well.

[@karmasmith3387]

Wow I dont think this has anything to do with swagging, I think you just want him lol..No worries you can be honest here!

[@michaelhaney3175]

Every amateur radio operator with a tower or a mast should be watching this. Personally, I would like to see it as part of the technicians class license test.

[@E-rigging]

Thanks for the kind words. Too often we find applications where the swage fittings are installed incorrectly. Hopefully more people can watch this quick video to swage properly.

[@cinibar]

You are correct! So another question would be, do they make sleeves that would match EHS cable sizes? Testing data for them as compared to guy grips would be very good to have also. 73

[@Hullspeed]

Super helpful. Excellent information about zinc copper sleeves vs aluminum on stainless wire rope (5:00 into video). Thanks E-Rigging!

[@E-rigging]

Thanks for watching! Glad it was helpful

[@johngummer5213]

What a tremendous instructional video - thank-you! You have certainly set the standard as to how these types of videos should be produced and presented.

[@E-rigging]

Thanks John!

[@hootowl6354]

Nice one. But thanks for the music...not. 😉

[@thefakedoctorphil]

Who's going to buy a swage plier to clamp one terminal end loop? I'm using two swages and a punch and hammer. for my truck winch wire replacement. works a treat. Drill a hole in the join of two thick peices of steel slightly larger dia than the wire to clamp and hammer the swages.

[@E-rigging]

Totally get where you're coming from about the hassle, but safety is super important when you're towing or winching. While a lot of folks like the security and termination efficiency of swaged eye splices for winch wire ropes, if you're just doing a one-time job, using wire rope clips can be a great alternative. They're easy to use and still handle the load safely. See this video for more wire rope clip information: kzbin.info/www/bejne/fnzXZ56prKp0jtE

[@Pistonstrokes]

the course of the video answered any possible questions I was going to have, thank you!

[@E-rigging]

Thanks, We're glad we could help out!

[@ryannavarre4161]

i agree. without over talking.

[@ricgeyer]

Awesome. Brief, to the point, and filled with excellent tips. Now I need to go find some zinc/copper swages to match my stainless steel wire rope...

[@jerseyshoredroneservices225]

Me too!

[@AaronScales]

Thanks for the video! Super helpful and well produced. Subscribed

[@E-rigging]

Thanks for the kind words!

[@DrFellPM]

Fantastic explanation. Quick and thorough. Well done. Thanks for the help.

[@JP-nz4em]

You guys make the best videos, informative, not dragging and to the point.

[@syedabdulhalim23]

AMAZING VIDEO. now this is a premium content with perfect presentation. thank you.

[@robertguysky9264]

Awesome video. One stop shop for all things cable. Even covered vinyl coated! Also they’re website is very competitive in terms of pricing just so everyone knows!

[@nothingtoseehere5760]

How long would an aluminium swage sleeve on steel cable last vs zinc-copper? References?

[@thomasnehls2098]

perfect explanation, thanks a lot! (next time please without any kind of music!)

[@johnmartin774]

Great video. Looked at a different one first and it showed nothing on how the make a proper crimp... thank you erigging...

[@jeanpearlgarcia2831]

Thank you so much for making this very informative video. I have a vinyl coated stainless steel rope that has diameter of 1/16 bare wire and 3/32 diameter coated. And I bought sleeves for 3/32 diameter. But now, I learned that I should cut the vinyl before putting on the sleeve. Is it okay to still use the 3/32 sleeve since it will anyway flatten upon swaging?

[@syedabdulhalim23]

same. i just learned about the cutting of the vinyl coating as well

[@mikemm03]

What about overhead lifting, such as a platform lift ?

[@E-rigging]

With properly swaged eye-splices, you can successfully suspend rigging overhead. As long as you're not shock-loading and you're within WLL, then you should be fine. You can read more on the blog here bit.ly/3IvgehA

[@bobevans4444]

Give this man a technical award.

[@E-rigging]

Thanks, Bob! I'll wear it proudly!

[@Flashahol]

I was only looking into making a kayak paddle leash with weed whacker line, then this came up. I do work in industrial equipment (torquing and lifting) and learnt probably everything I didn't know about steel cable swaging. I wish we had videos this informative, direct and simple to watch when I started...

[@E-rigging]

Glad you're here now! Many DIYers are unaware of the many applications simple rigging techniques can be applied to. Thanks for the comment!

[@scotternst3678]

Exactly what I needed. I appreciate you making this video 🖒👍

[@mubarakasurury7175]

thanks for these easy to understand and learn videos, it really helped a lot

[@E-rigging]

Thank you!

[@reider_mcfeely]

How much weaker is the connection if the vinyl is left on? What percentage range would you estimate? I only need around 15% of the working load for my application but I did it over the vinyl. 1/8" cable

[@E-rigging]

Good question. Vinyl coating should always be stripped prior to the swage since the vinyl can loosen and slip out. We've seen lots of swage failures over the years due to leaving the vinyl coating on. So, in your case, we recommend that the cable assembly be replaced. Thanks for the comment and good luck with your project!

[@facereader99]

Excellent. That is how a technical presentation should be. Thank you!

[@DeterministicUniverse]

Actually The Chicago Flyhouse Inc tested double sleeve 4:33 . turns out it's a waste of time. ADDING SLEEVES DOES NOT INCREASE JOINT STRENGTH. Firstly, in order to be able to perfectly distribute stress force on sleeves you should swage them when wire is under stress(higher than human force) which is unattainable when you work alone and without pulling machines. usually the force distribution is not even 1/10 in most cases(ideal would be 50/50). my guess is that under the stress 1 of the sleeves snaps before dead wire end side starts sliding and then instantly the same force is applied to another sleeve which also gets destroyes (if both sleeves are identical of course) , while in case of standard wire rope clips that does not happen: when 1 clip friction force is less than the load then the dead end wire starts sliding activating other clip friction nad adding it up to ideal 50/50 force distribution, so the joint holds. So the rigidity of the sleeve is its limit. Please, tell me I am wrong.

[@steven.h0629]

🗜🛠 I'm wondering if anyone's found crimping dies with the round bite(s) shown here, for the huge 11 ton hydraulic crimpers? I see eRigging has a 5 ton hyd crimper tool stating to use the #10 die, which appears to be a round bite, but I don't need another tool just the dies. Everywhere I look I see hexagonal bites for electric lugs. I suppose if there's nothing premade I could try making a few sizes from steel flat bar.

[@Woodkin007]

Nice to know how Shia Labeouf got his big break.

[@johnnyquist8362]

Excellent. Very informative and well-presented. Thank you.

[@coltendixon2416]

Now I’m a KZbin certified swage expert

[@jqmachgunner2577]

What are the maximum allowable widths after swaging 1/8" wire rope with an aluminum stop button and with an aluminum hourglass sleeve?

[@FullTimeHypocrite]

aaaand i am returning the aluminum sleeves. Thanks!

[@rangersmith4652]

No thimbles?

[@FreemanArno]

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[@dltreecare6031]

Valuable piece of information 5:00👌🏿👍🏿

[@gregs9555]

Thanks for the video, off to re cable my popup camper

[@justmyself1000]

Wow thank you for this video I've been doing it wrong for years!

[@paulmvn5431]

:) Here is something else I and everyone I know has never used correctly.

[@JediStockTrader]

I need rings to keep my titanium stove pipe together thats rolled up. Could you please tell me what you would recommend?

[@kurtc3803]

Great video -- right to the point and no extraneous info!

[@DB-CA]

Thanks

[@spencerhill5262]

excellent video thank you.

[@DavidEllery-pd9ow]

2024 and some countries still use antiquated measuring systems

[@Verax__]

Like if you're here because you're setting up a home gym because of the coronavirus :v

[@josephnorcalusa1710]

Helpful information, thank you for sharing !!

[@Startzc]

Thank you so much for this information. Even though it showed me that I have been doing it all wrong.

[@E-rigging]

Glad it helped!

[@mannyfilmsinc]

This is a great video, thanks... any other crimping method if you don't have the tool? thanks

[@E-rigging]

People have come up with lots of other incorrect ways to smash these fittings with hammers or vises, but those methods may fatigue the aluminum sleeve in a way that will promote cracking and failing. Using any other method than an appropriate tool is not recommended as there is no consistency in their load holding ability or fatigue life.

[@NotAboutTheClicks]

This guy nerded the faak out. He is all swagg.

[@catranger01]

5:00 According to MS51844 zinc plated copper sleeves should be used on steel cable and tin plated copper or stainless steel sleeves should be used on stainless steel cable (CRES).

[@E-rigging]

Yes, @catranger01, MS51844 does call for Tin plated copper sleeves when using stainless steel cable because Tin does have a slightly less corrosive reaction than Zinc when in contact with stainless steel. However, stainless steel cable swaged with zinc plated copper sleeves are time tested in both land-based and marine applications worldwide, and do satisfy loading holding and corrosion resistance standards for many typical applications. Strict adherence to coating types outlined in the government standard MS51844 is critical for regulated applications such as airplane manufacturing and military contracts. These fittings shouldn’t be used for overhead lifting applications. It is always recommended to get a qualified person to design and approve your application before using rigging assemblies. Please let us know if you have any questions or comments, Have a great day!

[@jerseyshoredroneservices225]

Thanks for the added detail on this specific topic. I had the same question but now I'm still wondering if I can use plain copper on stainless wire rope, just because they're easier to find. Any experience with that combination? Do aluminum sleeves have any place in this discussion? My application is not critical but I tend to try to do things perfect even when it doesn't matter... Thank you!

[@javiermacana4717]

Una pregunta resiste una guaya de 1/8 gracias si me responde en español

[@HD-eu3zs]

THANK YOU FOR THIS REALLY INFORMATIVE VIDEO ASHTON KUTCHER!

[@E-rigging]

Glad it was helpful, and thanks for the ego inflation!

[@LuisAngelVazquez-n4h]

Dónde puedo conseguir esa herramienta

[@thomassasalar3869]

.You answered a lot of my questions . Thank you

[@E-rigging]

Glad to help! Let me know if you have any more questions

[@michaelgeorge3092]

How do u know when to add a second sleeve? I imagine adding a second sleeve brings efficiency up to 100 %. Additionally are u suggesting that a single sleeve on 1/8 cable will actually holds 1800 lbs ?

[@michaelgeorge3092]

Excellent video by the way

[@E-rigging]

Adding another sleeve will not reliably add to termination efficiency. The load will be held almost exclusively by 1 of the 2 sleeves, then it will shear and the same load will be held by the other sleeve. Depending on how tensioned the spacing is between the 2 sleeves during assembly, it may shock load the second sleeve causing immediate failure after the first one fails.

[@lesliemateka4193]

Fantastic info. Love why and what for

[@autobones2024]

Well done. I learned a lot. Quick and thorough. Thank you.

[@E-rigging]

Glad it was helpful!

[@EmanoelC]

What is the standard that specifies this type of sling?

[@smasher8543]

Can I use this crimping to to crimp mono lines for fishing

[@kronk358]

Great video. Terrible audio.

[@ryanmcdonald5351]

Now I need a crimping tool...

[@jesusistheway2623]

Yes please get rid of the music, so distracting.

[@juandediospalma2454]

Hi am looking for a swage for 3/16" and 1/4"

[@Shonufff88]

4:59 Copper or Aluminum Swage Sleeve

[@josephshaff5194]

Thanks. Got a new Rudder control mechanism for a Kayak, foot controls. 1/16 th in. wire. What is that plastic stuff over the end called how it is sized etc.

[@E-rigging]

Hi Joseph. If you're referring to the dead of the cable, we used electrical tape to seize the end.

[@thebreadmistress]

Are swage sleeves acceptable to hold humans (Just one, me, 170 pounds)? I'm using 1/4 cable, I hear cable-clamps are best, but they're so bulky...

[@alzeNL]

seen a couple of videos so far, this is by far the best *but* WHY THE MUSIC. Watch once with the music, the mute and subtitles. Great vid - please no music in the future (intro/outro maybe ?)

[@Steventorre88]

anyone have advice on how to break free the crimp fitting without cutting the cable? Made a mistake and need to only adjust it by about 1-2 inches and dont want to run a new cable (umbrella)

[@E-rigging]

unfortunately, once crimped there is no adjusting the cable in the sleeve. You will need to cut the cable, but if you want to use the same cable you can always add a shackle or turnbuckle to take up space.

[@NewWorldHoarder]

That was great, just what I wanted to know. Thanks for the very professional presentation from the knowledgeable gentleman.

[@n5yiz]

excellent

[@fryloc359]

Everything i needed to know, thanks!

[@E-rigging]

No problem!

[@ChargedPulsar]

Where is metric values?

[@EA-iq3dv]

Did a 3/16ths with only 3 stages. How much weaker will it be than with 4? It’s not for overhead or weight bearing application.

[@BenBreard]

How do you stop the ends from fraying? One picture showed what looks like heat shrink on the ends. Any recommendations?

[@eliasgomes8204]

Sorocaba -SP 🇧🇷 marcando presença no belo vídeo de informações...

[@hibillyg]

Will a 5/32” tool compress 1/8” sleeves to full holding strength?

[@E-rigging]

While you may be able to crimp different sizes together, there is no way to tell how much these fittings can hold when it is not holding the designed cable size. These fittings are designed to be crimped with specific cable and tools.

[@dq7143]

Well done video - done well.

[@williamoliver3550]

I have a project requiring aluminum ferrels for 1/8 inch wire rope so I purchased 1/8 inch ferrels. The problem is, I was not able to put the cable through the ferrell because the ferrel was too small. Unfortunately, this video did not address sizes.

[@zacandmillie]

This video makes me feel old because when I was taught rigging we learnt how to splice wire ropes.

[@bofe1709]

Do you have a table where i can see the swaged dimensions, to check if the crimps were done in a proper way? Thanks.

[@mandlebarhoustache9672]

Why do corporate videos always use silly music that detracts from, rather than enhances, the video content?

[@yurid.1933]

Nice video, to mucj important things

[@tladoux]

Excellent video on swaging cables. Thank you for making it.

[@E-rigging]

We are glad that it helped!

[@njrwwj]

Not sure for you But airplane cable get a tin plated copper only not zinc plated copper. For corrosion purposes.

[@DependableAutoTruck]

can a get a swaging tool for 3/8 wire rope that can be used in either a vice or shop press rather than the big bolt cutter type

[@E-rigging]

Hi! Good question. We do carry a bench-style Tyler Tool swager however, it will only swage 1/16, 3/32, 1/8, 5/32, and 3/16.

[@FAhmad1782]

This video is incredibly useful and well done. Thank you!

[@Red_Rebel]

Forget about the crimping sleeve, I was lost with this handsome!

[@wallywayperfilsinger231]

hello, can i make a cable of 3mm with a 36 hand swager ? thankyou !

[@E-rigging]

Our Tyler Tool 14" and 24" Hand Swager can swage that small of a cable if the sleeve is of nearly identical dimensions as the Imperial sized comparable. Please call our customer service department for more info. www.e-rigging.com/tyler-eighth-inch-cable-swager www.e-rigging.com/tyler-three-sixteenths-inch-cable-swager

[@Alex-sd5uu]

Thank you , all my questions answered ! You are great sir

[@scottanderson6055]

Ditto - Very informative! Thank you.