Outdoor Cable Guide
Will the same anchor clamp fit two cables of equal diameter?
Check cable shape, the intended gripping surface and the approved clamp reference before substituting an aerial drop cable.
Compare the profile
A round cable and a flat drop can share a nominal dimension without presenting the same surface to a clamp. Start with the cross-section of the actual cable.
Identify the gripping surface
Record width and height for a flat jacket. If there is a separate messenger, give its material and dimensions and mark the part the clamp manufacturer intends to grip.
Confirm the pair
Send both part numbers, the installation position and design load for confirmation. Keep the approved drawing and check a sample before ordering the full quantity.
Check
| Check | What to record |
|---|---|
| Profile | Jacket width and height |
| Grip | Clamp part number and drawing |
What to record
- Jacket width and height
- Clamp part number and drawing
Related information
Technical reference
Discuss your specification
Check cable shape, the intended gripping surface and the approved clamp reference before substituting an aerial drop cable.
Discuss your specification