GHD TURNBUCKLE
- A Turnbuckle is a mechanical device used to adjust the tension in cables, chains, or ropes. It consists of two threaded ends with a threaded center section that can be tightened or loosened using a wrench or tool.
| Size | Average Overall Length (in) | Working Load Limit (lb) | Approx N.W. (lb/pc) | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Diameter x
Take-up (in) |
With ends in closed
position |
Eye & Eye | Hook & Hook | Eye & Hook | Eye & Jaw | Jaw & Jaw |
| Eye & Jaw | Eye & Hook | |||||
| Jaw & Jaw | ||||||
| 1/2 x 12 | 19 5/16 | 2200 | 1500 | 2.18 | 2.19 | 2.20 |
| 5/8 x 12 | 21 1/2 | 3500 | 2250 | 3.25 | 3.5 | 3.75 |
| 3/4 x 12 | 23 | 5200 | 3000 | 5.75 | 5.75 | 6.12 |
| 3/4 x 18 | 29 | 5200 | 3000 | 7 | 7.25 | 7.25 |
| 7/8 x 18 | 30 5/8 | 7200 | 4000 | 10.25 | 10.6 | 11.44 |
| 1 x 12 | 26 5/8 | 10000 | 5000 | 11.25 | 12 | 12.88 |
| 1 x 18 | 32 5/8 | 10000 | 5000 | 14 | 14.75 | 16.1 |
| 1 x 24 | 38 5/8 | 10000 | 5000 | 17 | 17.75 | 18.6 |
| 1 1/4 x 18 | 35 7/8 | 15200 | 6500 | 24.1 | 26 | 26.6 |
| 1 1/4 x 24 | 41 7/8 | 15200 | 6500 | 25 | 28.7 | 31.2 |
| 1 1/2 x 18 | 38 3/8 | 21400 | 7500 | 31.2 | 36.4 | 40.7 |
| 1 1/2 x 24 | 44 3/8 | 21400 | 7500 | 38.2 | 44.2 | 47.6 |
Functions
- Construction: Used to tension guy wires, rigging, and other structural elements.
- Marine: Used for rigging sails, securing anchors, and other marine applications.
- Industrial: Used in various industrial applications, such as machinery and equipment assembly.
- Telecommunications: Used to tension guy wires for supporting towers and antennas.
Key Features
Key Features and Functions:
- Adjusting Tension: By turning the threaded center section, you can increase or decrease the tension in the connected cables or chains.
- Connecting Components: Turnbuckles can be used to connect two or more components, such as cables, chains, or rods.
- Equalizing Tension: They can be used to equalize tension in multiple cables or chains.
- Fine Tuning: The threaded design allows for precise adjustments to tension.
