Kellems® Wire Management Products

Technical Information
Fiber Optic Pulling and Support Grips

Kellems has wide experience with grips for use with Select the Correct Fiber Optic Grip
fiber optic cable. As the industry leader in producing Each Kellems grip is designed to work on a specific range
wire mesh grips for the stringent requirements of of cable diameters.
fiber optic applications, Kellems has developed Step 1 Determine your cable outside diameter.
several series of grips for use with fiber optic
Step 2 Find the grip size that encompasses your cable diameter.
communications cable.
Step 3 Whenever possible, use a closed mesh that assembles
These grips include pulling grips with built in swivels, over the cable end. If the cable end is not available, use
grips with steel ends to protect fragile cable ends, a split mesh.
grips with low profiles to pull cables in tight places Step 4 Where available, select an eye style that suits your needs.
and the OPTISOK® an effective tool to place Step 5 Estimate the tension to be put on the grip, establish the
preterminated cables. Also available are grips to working load you require and compare this to the listed
support fiber optic cable. approximate breaking strength of the grip to insure that
the grip will be strong enough.
Safety And Working Load Factors For Wire Mesh Grips
The broad application of Kellems grips on a wide variety of the application are not well defined or known or where risk
objects requires that adequate safety factors be used to of injury to persons or property is involved, a greater safety
establish working loads. The approximate breaking strength factor should be utilized.
of a Kellems grip represents an average calculation based
on data established from actual direct tension testing done Under normal conditions, Kellems’ recommended
in our engineering laboratories. factor of safety is five for catalog listed pulling grips,
and ten for catalog listed support grips.
It is impossible to catalog or guarantee a safety factor
suitable for all applications as operating conditions are never Any warranty as to quality, performance or fitness for
the same. The tension, diameter, movement, number of use of grips is always premised on the condition that the
objects gripped, gripping surface, and the attachments used published breaking strengths apply only to new, unused
are just some of the factors which vary with each application. grips, and that such products are properly stored, handled,
These factors, together with the effects of abrasion, used, maintained and inspected by the user at a frequency
corrosion, prior use or abuse and any other variables of a appropriate for the use and condition of the grip.
specific application, must be considered by the user and For grip applications on materials other than those that the
the grip replaced as appropriate. Where the conditions of grips have been specifically designed for, consult the factory.

Examples
Approx. Breaking Safety Max. Recommended
Grip Style Strength Lbs. (N) Factor Load Lbs. (N) Catalog Number
Pulling Grips 2,500 (11,120) 5 500 (2,224) 033291196
Support Grips 400 (1,779) 10 40 (178) 022291004

The maximum recommended working load is the tension to be exerted on the grip in application with a margin of safety to
take care of unforeseen and unusual circumstances.
It is the end-user’s decision to determine how much of a safety factor is acceptable to for the application.

Fiber Optic Grip Materials

Material Features Product Group

Galvanized steel wire • High strength • Pulling grips

• Not subject to continuous outside environment
Tin-coated bronze wire • Corrosion resistant for normal outside areas • Support grips
• Non-magnetic
• Moderate strength
Non-metallic braid • Superior flex life • OPTISOK®
• Non-conductive
• Corrosion resistant
• Moderate strength

Approvals
CSA Certification is indicated on appropriate product catalog pages.

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Technical Information
OPTISOK® Pulling Grips

Kellems offers a unique and simple to use tool for the OPTISOK® will contain and protect the connector bundle
installation of preconnectorized fiber optic cables, jumpers and save time and labor by making the pulling job easier,
and bundles of twisted pair communication cables - the protecting the connectors from possible damage during the
OPTISOK®. pull and facilitating the passage of the connector bundle
The OPTISOK® is a highly flexible and expandable through cramped and tight spaces. The OPTISOK® can be
nonmetallic sleeve open on one end and with a pulling used to pull cables through plenums, underfloor duct, office
ring on the other. It will expand to enclose the larger group partitions, raised access floors and conduits. Three sizes are
of fiber optic connectors and grab the cable below the available for all applications.
connector bundle by wrapping and taping to provide a
gripping tool that will grab the cable(s) below the connectors.
The pulling ring can be attached to a pulling line or fish tape
and the OPTISOK® will act as the pulling tool. Step 1

How to Select OPTISOK®

• Identify connector bundle diameter to be inserted into
the OPTISOK®.
• Choose appropriate catalog number based on size range.

Installation Information Step 2

Step 1 Expand open end of OPTISOK® and gently work in fiber optic
connector bundle.
Step 2 Still gently, work connector bundle up to the forward section
of the OPTISOK®.
Step 3 Starting at approximately 6" (15.2cm) from tail end of OPTISOK®,
tightly fold over the OPTISOK® around cables and tape wrapped
section 3" (7.62cm) past tail end onto the bundle.
Step 4 Securely attach pulling line or tape to pulling ring.
Note: To remove OPTISOK® carefully unwrap tape and slide out cables and connectors or cut
OPTISOK® away without damaging connectors or cables.

Step 3

Step 4

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Technical Information
Fiber Optic Pulling Grips

Pulling Grip for Loose Tube Fiber Optic Cable

Kellems offers a wire mesh specifically designed to pull loose tube fiber optic cable and meet the special pulling requirements
recommended by fiber optic cable manufacturers.
Many fiber optic cable manufacturers require special cable preparation prior to pulling where a short section of the outer
jacket is stripped off exposing the aramid strength member. This creates two cable diameters, one including the jacket and
a second smaller diameter at the strength member. Kellems fiber grip with its special weave will accommodate and securely
grab both diameters, at the outside jacket and the internal aramid strength member.
Additionally, this galvanized steel mesh grip has longer leads at the pulling eye to facilitate pulling the cable up through the
top, a very low profile lug and eye to slip through tight areas, and short shoulders to protect the cable while maintaining
the slim profile.
The grip can be used to pull cable overhead as well as underground through conduit and duct. It easily mates with a swivel
and has the necessary strength to securely make pulls.

Application Information

• Prior to pulling cable, follow cable manufacturers’ cable preparation recommendations.

• Never exceed cable manufacturers’ pulling tension recommendations.
• Never use grips to approximate breaking strength safety factor of 5 recommended.

Pulling Grips for Other Outside Plant Cables,

Swivel Eye, Flexible Eye, Split Style, Low Profile
Kellems Pulling Grips for fiber optic cable are made of high strength galvanized steel strand. They feature a multiweave mesh,
with one-half the mesh length double weave, and the second half single weave. This special weave provides positive holding
power while allowing the grip to remain flexible with no damage to the cable jacket. Added features include a steel nose cone
which protects the cable end and allows the grip to pass easily through conduit and enclosures. The eye connects easily to a
swivel or a pulling line. Several grip sizes are available to accommodate all diameters of fiber optic cable.

Application
Kellems Flexible Eye Pulling Grips for fiber optic cable are used for the installation of fiber optic communication lines either
underground, overhead, through conduit or through enclosures. They will fit single cables or cable bundles, are easily
installed on the cable, and are reusable.

Benefits

• High strength multiweave mesh for positive holding power.

• Highly flexible mesh to follow the pulling path of the cable.
• Steel nose cone reduces snags and hang-ups and protects cable end.
• Easily installed and removed.
• A dependable, reusable pulling tool.

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Technical Information
Fiber Optic Support Grips

Support Grips for Fiber Optic Cable

Kellems Support Grips for fiber optic cable are specially designed to hold the cable weight as it hangs in a vertical or
horizontal position. Fiber optic cable must be supported and Kellems Grips provide the support easily and economically.
These grips are made of high grade, non-magnetic tin-coated bronze strand. They are offered in universal bale or single eye
configurations and are available in either closed mesh (for use where the cable end is available) or in split mesh, rod closing
(for installation on existing cable runs or at specific locations).

Split Support Grip Rod Closing Instructions

The stainless steel rod is a precise built-in feature which makes threading easy and fast. The strands of the mesh pass
around the rod and match up with the strands from the opposite direction. The rod does not touch the cable at any point and
therefore cannot cut the cable. Rod Closing Grips are reusable. They may be removed and reused as many times as desired.

Fast to Install
Step 1 Wrap the grip around the cable and thread the rod through the preformed loops with a corkscrew motion, using the
curved end of the rod to engage the loops.
Step 2 The action required is a steady push and twist simultaneously. The fingers of the left hand are used to bring the loops
together just ahead of the hook on the end of the rod.
Step 3 To remove, simply pull the rod out.

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Hose Containment Grips

Types of Attachment IMPORTANT

The five attachment methods shown below provide unlimited flexibility Read all breaking strength,
of attachment to meet any condition. safety and technical data
relating to this product.
Pages V-41 to V-42.

Type E
Double Eye Grip, used where fastening is made with eyebolts or
similar anchor terminations.

Type A
Single Eye Grip, used where fastening MUST be made from one point.

Type U
Universal Bale Grip, used to fasten around a structure or closed eye.

Type Y
Threaded bolt (⁵⁄₁₆-18 x 1½" long), used to fasten through drilled holes
in plate.

Type F
Split fitting to fit AN-818 nuts. Fitting is positioned over nut and located
with internal flange. A hose clamp is furnished and required to hold the
fitting in correct position.

Note: It should be emphasized that Kellems® Hose Containment Grips are not to be used as a pressure reinforcing device for hose systems. These grips are custom made.
Consult Technical Services for details.

Kellems Hose Containment Grips are used on high pressure, flexible hose lines to prevent the hose from whipping violently
in the event of hose failure at the fitting. These grips will prevent serious injury to personnel and damage to equipment by
holding the hose in place in the event of hose failure.
Kellems patented Hose Containment Grips are made of stainless steel with double weave mesh construction for high
strength and come complete with hose clamps.
Kellems Hose Containment Grips are supplied in diameters, length and attachments to meet individual requirements.
Contact the Wiring Device-Kellems factory for specific information. These grips help meet OSHA Federal Register 1926-302 (b),
1926-603 (9), (10), JIC H-1-1973 (H13.11) and JIC P-1-1975 (P11.34) requirements.

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Strain Relief System Selection Chart
Strain Relief Grips

Kellems Strain Relief Grips are designed to prevent tension Select the Correct Grip for Strain Relief
from being transmitted to joints and terminals on electrical Kellems Grips for strain relief are designed to fit on electrical
cord, cable and conduit. In most applications, a Kellems cord, cable or flexible conduit.
grip for strain relief is stronger than the cable itself and gives Step 1 Refer to the chart below to determine the grip style
much greater security than the use of a fitting alone. Kellems best suited for your application.
Grips for strain relief help make electrical systems safer, and Step 2 Determine your cable outside diameter or conduit size.
save money by minimizing downtime from costly electrical Step 3 Locate environment—indoors or outdoors.
failure due to cable pull-out. Kellems Grips also aid in
Step 4 Decide if a liquidtight seal is required.
compliance with the National Electric Code’s terminal
Step 5 Select NPT size and fitting style.
tension protection requirements.

Strain Relief System Selection Chart

Cord or Conduit Type Fitting or
Grip Type Application Features Range Inches (cm) Attachment Page Number
Deluxe Cord Outdoors or indoors where Aluminum fittings, .187"-3.250" NPT, PG, and metric V-58, V-59,
Aluminum subjected to moisture or stainless steel mesh, (.47-8.25) aluminum, male straight, V-62
Fitting/ splash. Examples are crane neoprene oil-and- 45° male, 90° male,
Stainless and hoist pendant drop watertight bushing. female straight.
Steel Grip stations, hand tools, pumps Double-single weave. Thread sizes ³⁄₈"-3".
and processing equipment.

Deluxe Cord Outdoors or indoors where Nylon fitting, stainless .187"-1.125" NPT nylon, male straight, V-60
Nylon Fitting/ subjected to moisture or steel mesh, double-single (.47-2.86) 90° male. Thread sizes
Stainless splash. Examples are weave, neoprene oil-and- ½"-1".
Steel Grip marine and food watertight bushing.
processing equipment.

Deluxe Cord Indoor or outdoors. Non-metallic grip is .187"-1.000" NPT nylon, straight male, V-61
Nylon Fitting/ Provides liquidtight seal, corrosion resistant, (.47-2.54) thread sizes ³⁄₈"-1" 90° male,
Non-metallic where exposed to moisture. nonconductive and thread sizes ½"-1".
Grip Excellent for oil refining provides superior grip-
and chemical processing. ping and flexing benefits.
Neoprene liquidtight
bushing. Nylon fitting.

Deluxe Cord Indoor or outdoor use where Stainless steel fitting .187"-1.000" Straight male V-61
Stainless exposed to moisture. Very and grip for strength. (.47-2.54) Only with NPT
Steel Fitting strong for heavy abuse areas Neoprene liquidtight Thread sizes ½"-1".
And Grip such as drilling platforms, bushing. Double/single
steel mills and mines. weave grip.

Dust-Tight Indoor use only for wiring Neoprene gasket–seals .240"-2.450" Straight male NPS V-63
Strain Relief of electrical enclosures, out chips, dirt, dust. (.61-6.22) or NPT
machine tools, portable One piece design with
power tools, bus drop galvanized steel mesh.
cable systems. Insulating bushing available.
Zinc-plated steel locknut.

Liquidtight Wiring of machine tools, Stainless steel mesh, .375"-4.000" NPT ½"-4", V-66, V-67
Flexible electrical enclosures, motors liquidtight fittings. trade sizes Hubbell fittings,
Conduit Grip and systems where metallic Sealing “O" rings Male straight,
(Metal and liquidtight flexible conduit (optional). Choice 45° male, 90° male,
Non-Metallic) is subjected to vibration, of fittings. female straight.
flexure, motion or strain.

Liquidtight Wiring or machine tools, Stainless steel mesh, .375"-2.008" NPT steel, V-68
Flexible electrical enclosures, liquidtight fittings with trade size male Hubbell fittings,
Conduit Grip motors and systems “O" ring and locknut. straight male, 90°
(UL Type A) where conduit is subject Thread sizes ½"-2".
to vibration and strain.

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Strain Relief for Flexible Cords
For Insulated Cables and Flexible, Liquidtight Conduits

Endless weave provides easy cable/flexible conduit installation

Stainless steel mesh is corrosion resistant. Can be used inside or

outside. It eliminates cable or flexible conduit pull out and reduces
costly downtime

Multiweave grip gives cable arc-of-bend control minimizing cable

damage and extending cable life. It is the strongest strain relief
device available. Meets and exceeds all code requirements;
prevents cable/conduit pull-out

A liquidtight fitting is available with both cable and conduit fittings;

prevents liquids from running through the fitting into the enclosure

An NPT and PG threaded body allows easy attachment to either

threaded hub or knock-out in box

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Deluxe Cord Grips
Aluminum Fittings, Stainless Steel Mesh, Liquidtight, for Insulated Cables

IMPORTANT
Read all breaking strength, safety
and technical data relating to this
product. Pages V-69 to V-76.
Straight Male Thread
NPT Thread Grip Diameter Range
Size Inches Inches (cm) Form Size Catalog Number
.250"-.312" (.63-.79) 07401001
³⁄₈ .312"-.375" (.79-.95) F1 07401002
.375"-.437" (.95-1.11) 07401003
.187"-.250" (.47-.63) 07401004
.250"-.375" (.63-.95) 07401006
½ F2
.375"-.500" (.95-1.27) 07401008
.500"-.625" (1.27-1.59) 07401010
.625"-.750" (1.59-1.90) 074011247*
½ F3
.750"-.875" (1.90-2.22) 074011248*
.187"-.250" (.47-.63) 07401011
.250"-.375" (.63-.95) 07401013
¾ F2
.375"-.500" (.95-1.27) 07401015
.500"-.625" (1.27-1.59) 07401017
.625"-.750" (1.59-1.90) 07401018
¾ F3
.750"-.875" (1.90-2.22) 074011249*
.375"-.500" (.95-1.27) 074011195
.500"-.625" (1.27-1.59) 07401019
.625"-.750" (1.59-1.90) 07401021
1 F4
.750"-.875" (1.90-2.22) 07401023
.875"-1.000" (2.22-2.54) 07401025
1.000"-1.125" (2.54-2.86) 074011250*
1.125"-1.250" (2.86-3.17) 074011028*
1 F5
1.250"-1.375" (3.17-3.49) 074011029*
.750"-.875" (1.90-2.22) 074011251
.875"-1.000" (2.22-2.54) 07401026
1¼ 1.000"-1.125" (2.54-2.86) F5 07401027
1.125"-1.250" (2.86-3.17) 07401028
1.250"-1.375" (3.17-3.49) 074011178*
.750"-.875" (1.90-2.22) 074011252
.875"-1.000" (2.22-2.54) 07401029
1½ 1.000"-1.125" (2.54-2.86) F5 07401030
1.125"-1.250" (2.86-3.17) 07401031
1.250"-1.375" (3.17-3.49) 07401032
1.312"-1.437" (3.33-3.65) 074011253
1.437"-1.562" (3.65-3.97) 074011254*
1½ 1.562"-1.687" (3.97-4.28) F6 074011255*
1.687"- 1.812" (4.28-4.60) 074011256*
1.750"-1.875" (4.44-4.76) 074011257*
1.250"-1.375" (3.17-3.49) 074011258
1.312"-1.437" (3.33-3.65) 074011259
1.437"-1.562" (3.65-3.97) 07401033
2 F6
1.562"-1.687" (3.97-4.28) 07401034
1.687"-1.812" (4.28-4.60) 07401035
1.750"- 1.875" (4.44-4.76) 074011260
1.812"-1.937" (4.60-4.92) 074011261
1.937"-2.062" (4.92-5.24) 074011262*
2 2.062"-2.187" (5.24-5.55) F7 074011263*
2.187"-2.312" (5.55-5.87) 074011264*
2.312"-2.437" (5.87-6.19) 074011265*
1.688"-1.812" (4.29-4.60) 074011030
1.812"-1.937" (4.60-4.92) 074011031
1.937"-2.062" (4.92-5.24) 074011032
2½ F7
2.062"-2.187" (5.24-5.55) 074011033
2.187"-2.312" (5.55-5.87) 074011034
2.312"-2.437" (5.87-6.19) 074011266*
1.937"-2.062" (4.92-5.24) 074011036
2.062"-2.187" (5.24-5.55) 074011037
3 F7
2.187"-2.312" (5.55-5.87) 074011038
2.312"-2.437" (5.87-6.19) 074011039
2.437"-2.625" (6.19-6.67) 074011186
2.625"-2.812" (6.67-7.14) 074011187
3 F8
2.812"-3.000" (7.14-7.62) 074011188
3.000"-3.250" (7.62-8.25) 074011189*
Note: Kellems® Deluxe Cord Grips are suitable for use in hazardous locations per Class I Div. 2, Class II Div. 1 & 2, Class III
Div. 1 & 2 of the National Electric Code Sections 501.10(b)(2), 502.10(a)(2), 502.10(b)(2), 503.10(a)(2) and 503.10(b).
*Cable jacket may have to be stripped to pass through connector body.

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Thread Adapters for Multi-Pin Connectors
Aluminum

Thread Adapters for Multi-Pin Connectors Applications

Kellems® Thread Adapters are devices formatting AN-MS Thread adapters allow the installation of Kellems® Grips
connectors and other multi-pin connectors to Kellems grips on multi-pin connectors at electrical consoles, mobile
with NPT threaded fittings. They are made of aluminum equipment, control switches, assembly equipment and
with internal threads and replace the connector cord clamp. testing machines.
These adapters permit the installation of Kellems Grips, to Benefits
prevent cable or conduit pull-out and control arc-of-bend.
• Easy installation.
• Allows the use of Kellems grips.
• Extends connector and cable life.

Thread Adapters for Multi-Pin Connectors

Liquidtight
Conduit Grips
Thread Adapters Deluxe Cord Grips Strain Relief Grips (Insulated Throat)
AN-MS AN-MS Thread NPT
Connector Cable Clamp Size A Thread Catalog Cable Diameter Catalog Cable Diameter Catalog Catalog
Size** Number*** Inch Size B Number Range Inches (cm) Number Range Inches (cm) Number Number
8S, 10S 3057-3 ½" x 28" 091041000 .250"-.312" (.63-.79) 07401001
10SL, 12, 12S 3057-4 ⁵⁄₈" x 24" ³⁄₈ 091041001 .312"-.375" (.79-.95) 07401002 — —
14, 14S 3057-6 ¾" x 20" 091041002 .375"-.437" (.95-1.11) 07401003
14, 14S 3057-6 ¾" x 20" 091041003 .187"-.250" (.47-.63 07401004 .24"-.32" (.61-.81) 073031200 —
16, 16S 3057-8 ⁷⁄₈" x 20" ½ 091041004 .250"-.375" (.63-.95) 07401006 .32"-.43" (.81-1.09) 073031201 074093512
18 3057-10 1" x 20" 091041006 .375"-.500" (.95-1.27) 07401008 .43"-.54" (1.09-1.37) 073031202 —
.500"-.625" (1.27-1.59) 07401010*
16, 16S 3057-8 ⁷⁄₈" x 20" 091041005 .187"-.250" (.47-.63) 07401011
18 3057-10 1" x 20" 091041007 .250"-.375" (.63-.95) 07401013
¾
20, 22 3057-12 1³⁄₁₆" x 18" 091041008 .375"-.500" (.95-1.27) 07401015 .54"-.74" (1.37-1.85) 073031203 074093513
.500"-.625" (1.27-1.59) 07401017
.625"-.750" (1.59-1.90) 07401018
20, 22 3057-12 1³⁄₁₆" x 18" 091041009 .375"-.500" (.95-1.27) 074011195
24, 28 3057-16 1⁷⁄₁₆" x 18" 091041010 .500"-.625" (1.27-1.59) 07401019
32 3057-20 1¾" x 18" 1 091041012 .625"-.750" (1.59-1.90) 07401021 .73"-.97" (1.85-2.46) 073031204 074093514
36 3057-24 2" x 18" 091041015 .750"-.875" (1.90-2.22) 07401023
.875"-1.000" (2.22-2.54) 07401025
.750"-.875" (1.90-2.22) 074011251
24, 28 3057-16 1⁷⁄₁₆" x 18" 091041011
.875"-1.000" (2.22-2.54) 07401026
32 3057-20 1¾" x 18" 1¼ 091041013 .97"-1.25" (2.46-3.17) 073031205 074093515
1.000"-1.125" (2.54-2.86) 07401027
36 3057-24 2" x 18" 091041016
1.125"-1.375" (2.86-3.17) 07401028
.875"-1.000" (2.22-2.54) 07401029
32 3057-20 1¾" x 18" 091041014
1.000"-1.125" (2.54-2.86) 07401030
36 3057-24 2" x 18" 1½ 091041017 — 074093516
1.125"-1.250" (2.86-3.17) 07401031
40 3057-28 2¼" x 16" 091041019
1.250"-1.375" (3.17-3.49) 07401032
Note: *Cable jacket may have to be stripped to pass through connector body.
**Number stamped on connector shell.
***Number stamped on clamp shell.

Example Thread Adapter

091041006

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