Pressed Wire Rope Sling with Thimble Eyes

Pressed Wire Rope Sling with Thimble Eyes

Gostern Pressed Wire Rope Sling with Thimble Eyes is engineered for reliable and secure lifting applications. This sling features wire rope terminated at both ends with pressed aluminum ferrules (swaged sleeves) , with drop forged steel thimbles inserted into each eye to protect the wire rope from abrasion and wear at the point of connection . The pressed (swaged) termination creates a strong, compact, and permanent eye that provides 90-95% of the wire rope's breaking strength – significantly stronger than hand-spliced or wire rope clip terminations . The thimble eyes provide a smooth, wear-resistant bearing surface that fits standard hooks, shackles, and other lifting hardware .

This Swaged Wire Rope Sling with Thimbles features a clean, professional appearance with no protruding wires, making it ideal for applications where aesthetics or safety (avoiding snags and scratches) is important . The aluminum ferrule is corrosion resistant and provides a secure, tamper-proof termination that will not loosen under normal use . The thimbles are drop forged from high-quality steel with a galvanized finish for additional corrosion protection . It is widely used as Aluminum Ferrule Wire Rope Sling in general manufacturing, as Double Thimble Wire Rope Sling for towing and recovery, as Pressed Eye Wire Rope Assembly for rigging and hoisting, and as Galvanized Pressed Cable Sling for outdoor and marine applications . Available in wire rope diameters from 3mm to 32mm , with standard lengths from 0.5m to 20m (custom lengths available) , and working load limits ranging from 80 kg to 9,500 kg depending on rope diameter and configuration .

Termination Features:

• Pressed aluminum ferrule: Permanent, compact, strong (90-95% efficiency)

• Drop forged steel thimble: Protects wire rope at connection point

• Galvanized finish: Corrosion resistance for thimble and wire rope

• Smooth profile: No protruding wires, safe to handle

• Tamper-proof: Will not loosen under normal use

Thimble Eye Benefits:

• Protects wire rope: Prevents fraying and wear from hook contact

• Extends sling life: Reduces stress concentration at termination

• Improves fit: Provides smooth, consistent eye shape

• Standards compliant: Meets ASME B30.9 requirements

Available Configurations:

• Type A (Standard) : Thimble eye on both ends

• Type B (Hook & Thimble) : Clevis hook on one end, thimble eye on other

• Type C (Endless/Grommet) : Pressed splice forming continuous loop

• Type D (Single Eye) : Thimble eye on one end, raw end on other

Common Applications:

• General industrial lifting

• Towing and recovery operations

• Marine and dock line applications

• Construction material handling

• Manufacturing assembly lines

• Warehouse and logistics

• Agricultural equipment rigging

Important Usage Guidelines:

• Inspect thimbles for cracks, deformation, or wear before each use

• Check aluminum ferrule for slippage, cracks, or corrosion

• Never use if thimble is bent, cracked, or damaged

• Do not exceed rated working load limits

• Protect wire rope from sharp edges using edge protectors

• Regular inspection per ASME B30.9 standards

• Replace sling if wire rope shows broken wires, kinking, or corrosion

We support Custom Length Pressed Sling, OEM, ODM and various end fitting configurations to meet different lifting requirements.