A 1/4-inch galvanized cable thimble is a metal reinforcement fitted inside a looped end of a 1/4-inch wire rope or cable.
Core Purpose
- Protects the cable: Prevents the wire rope from kinking, crushing, or fraying when looped over a hook, shackle, or bolt.
- Maintains structure: Preserves the natural shape of the cable eye under heavy loads.
- Corrosion resistance: The galvanized (zinc-coated) finish protects the steel from rust, making it suitable for outdoor or marine environments.
- How It Works
- The cable is bent around the curved groove of the thimble.
- The loop is secured in place using cable clamps (or a crimped metal sleeve).
- Hooks or shackles can then pass through the center of the thimble, ensuring metal-on-metal wear happens to the thimble rather than the cable
Cable Thimble, 1/4 Galvanized
- Product Code: CBLTHIMBLE1/4G
- Availability: In Stock
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$1.00

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