Hold Your Swaging Tool THIS Way To Make Swaging Easier and Efficient

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This is how I swage a loop in wire rope using a swaging tool I picked up from Home Depot. They're available at Amazon for delivery to your doorstep, as well. Locking the tool in a vice makes it easier to crimp.
There's always more than one way to do any job. The swaging tool used in this video is cheap and easily obtained from Amazon or Home Depot. Locking the tool in a vise really makes the job a lot easier to do.
The number of crimps you put in the aluminum ferrule will impact the overall strength of the finished loop. If you're making something simple and strength isn't a requirement, a single crimp is enough. Two crimps look better. The number of crimps also depends on the size of the ferrule you're using.
This isn't the only way to swage wire, but it works. Take the video for what it's worth to you. Many have said using the vice to secure the crimping tool was the best part of the video.
Thanks for watching and leaving a comment.

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@michaelmeisman4731 7 лет назад

Technically you should leave about the cable width spacing between the sleeve and the thimble end. But it all looks good.

@mikecusimano1595 4 года назад

First and

@sirtoque4028 3 года назад

Ah, this helps. For my application, I was swaging onsite -- threading my cable through a fixed eye bolt, then crimping. Now, I can swage in the shop, bring my finished cables to the job site, and connect them using carabiners.

@scottstevenson512 6 лет назад

For others, I believe oval ferrules for 3/16" require 4 crimps not 3. Check the instructions with your parts. Also be sure when you are done there is at least a rope diameter hanging out the ferrule end.

@roberttillotson6861 Год назад

I understood 4 crimps too for this size cable

@6___________99_____________64 6 лет назад

Nice DIY setup. Well done !

@adamt807 7 лет назад

MAN GREAT IDEA ON THE VISE!! I saved so much time!

@TomGlander 7 лет назад

Thanks for the comment. The vice is a fabulous invention, isn't it?

@deuce19881 6 лет назад

Thank you very much for your time , extremely helpful and saved me $ . Ciao Big E

@reallyhappenings5597 5 лет назад

Your captives are going to be so appreciative

@TomGlander 5 лет назад

Right on. Thanks!

@Djm9393 2 года назад

Full send bro never lift 😏🤙mobbin deep 🙌appreciate yeah 🙏 short, simple, easy to remember, and straight to the point

@ericboyce5277 2 года назад

When splicing two cables together or making a loop from one cable the FAA manual on acceptable repairs (AC43.13-2A) is to use two ferrules and leave at least 1/2” between them. Also there should be about 1/4” of cable end sticking out the loose end. This cable system is used in many light aircraft.

@davemi00 Год назад

Nice shots of you back 👍

@ocdmachine 7 лет назад

This will work great for zip line I'm building, thanks for posting!

@garybiggs9010 6 лет назад

You actually only have 1 wire rope holding the load. It looks like the length farthest away from you has a little slack compared to the closest side length. Unless the 2 lengths are EXACT you are better off w/ one heavier wire rope. The slack side will never be truly under shared load unless the taut side slips enough for the slack side to be loaded.

@arthurk4265 6 лет назад

Very good point.

@wrthrash 6 лет назад

Mr. Biggs is correct, but there is only one wire thimbled at each end, so that is the weakest point X 2, even if both cable segments were exactly the same length, so the poster wasted 5' of cable in this posting.

@Stan_in_Shelton_WA 4 года назад

Should have done flemish eyes with a single cable.

@TomGlander 4 года назад

Of course you are correct on this. My load was minimal, therefore no need for a lot here. This is primarily on how to actually use the tool and create the crimps in the ferrule that holds the wire rope. Thanks for commenting! :)

@CaptK-py8rq 2 года назад

Nice job. Actually, two wire rope thickness on tag end would be correct if you want to maximize for 90% strength. We always cover crimp & tag ends with a heavy heat shrink tube to avoid wire in hands.

@useditem_tk Год назад

I occasionally do that and sometime I just solder their end.

@MyVetteDream 6 лет назад

I wanted to see what you used that cable piece for...

@siraugustwinter 7 лет назад

thanks for the video! I have some projects in mind and this answers pretty much all my questions! one thing though, about how much did it cost roughly to make that one strand?

@TomGlander 7 лет назад

+Darkangels path it was around $16 for the parts.

@karlwooduk 5 лет назад

could add 2 more crimps in middle both side of the centre one you added which would hold 2 cables together plus adding much more breaking strength but what you did is strong enough and works out cheaper but i would prefer the 2 cables held together in middle making it more like one unit as i dont like how the cables seperate in middle,,, still great, thanks for sharing

@TomGlander 5 лет назад

Totally agree. Your method would be super strong.

@ocrun6765 6 лет назад

Please make more videos of your plaid shirt.

@TomGlander 4 года назад

Great idea. Now, where did I put that shirt...

@brucemadden1626 5 лет назад

interesting swaging tool; has the largest sizes farthest from the fulcrum point, which is contrary to most of the tools I've seen?

@t28mech 2 года назад

There are many sources of information for correct materials that are compatible. Did you use the Swage gauge to check your swedges? There is a correct order of precedence in swedge application. Never middle last. The middle of the line is held by a hook? Did you account for reduction in capacity by operating angle? If you want the full benefit of your materials try the best practices rigging , or FAA advisory circular on wire rope fabrication and repair, and or wire rope manufacturer.

@SamuelLanghorn 11 месяцев назад

any recommendation for cutting the wire cable and how to prevent fraying?

@booneriversawyers239 4 года назад

Thank you!!

@TomGlander 4 года назад

Welcome! Take from this what you will. There are other ways to do the same thing, different techniques, etc. Overall, they don't differ significantly, and locking the tool in the vice makes things SO MUCH easier. Party on, Wayne.

@thomasfrick5413 7 лет назад

what did you put the ferrule on the center of the cable for? And i just bought a ferrule and stop set and there are no instrictions. but the diagram shows the stop cylinder about a half inch farther down the cable from the ferrule. What's the purpose of that?

@TomGlander 7 лет назад

Good questions. The center ferrule is only there to hold the wire rope ends. It serves no functional purpose. It's more a design or stylistic thing. That stop cylinder is something I (obviously) don't use. You can add it if you want, or can figure out some reason to include it.

@elsagrace3893 2 года назад

What is the purpose of the crimped sleeve in the middle of one cable?

@reverendmouse9222 5 лет назад

Can the ferrels be used on vinyl coated wire rope. Wanted to make a lead for my dog but ended up using the u bolt system

@TomGlander 5 лет назад

Thomas Jeffords very difficult as the vinyl makes the wire diameter too great. You can trim the vinyl and then it will work.

@reverendmouse9222 5 лет назад

@@TomGlander awesome thank you. Thats what i was thinkin

@livefreeordie4850 6 лет назад

Cool

@mrbakerskatz 7 лет назад

Do you have any videos on tieing a loop in a 3/4 " cable ? I'm talking untieing it and rebraiding it . No thimbles ,no swedges ,just cable .45 years ago I was good at it ,but I can't remember exactly how I did it .

@TomGlander 7 лет назад

That sounds like quite the skill. I don't have anything like that. But would be nice to know how!

@mrbakerskatz 7 лет назад

I believe it was called "Fleshing a Cable" but I'm not finding anything on it yet . I just need a large loop ,bigger than what a thimble gives you. Thanks for the reply !!

@TomGlander 7 лет назад

Well, if you can't find anything, you could always just use the clamps, unless they get in the way. I'll look around as well and see if I can find anything.

@mrbakerskatz 7 лет назад

I found this ,WHYKNOT is the channel and the video is" Easy to follow How to tie an eye spice in 3 strand rope" . But this would be pretty tuff to do with 3/4 cable rope .I don't recall it being that difficult but I was just getting started in adulthood . Thanks for your interest in my conquest .Thanks bud !!

@mrbakerskatz 7 лет назад

Here it is Tom ...."Epic Machines ".....Hypnotic Video Heavy Engineering inside Extreme Manufacturing Plants Steel Wire Rope Sling Factory

@motherofdragons3355 Год назад

Oval Swags for Stainless Cable requires Zink Coat over Copper not Aluminum.

@harles5000 6 лет назад

What crimping tool did you use and what is the die number? Thanks

@TomGlander 6 лет назад

Crimping tool was from Home Depot, only one they have, don't know what it's called, and there is no "die number" that I know of. Just two different sizes in the jaw. I know how to use tools, I don't know names and model numbers and detailed specs. Sorry.

@ambertselios 6 лет назад

Loos sells some great swagers. Check Amazon.

@ambertselios 6 лет назад

American-made, too.

@edwardbrady8410 6 лет назад

You used the wrong size in the jaw. You needed the larger opening in your swaging tool.

@TomGlander 6 лет назад

Cheap crimper only has a couple of size options, as you can see. The opening I used was the largest opening. The next one closer to the handles is smaller. Don't know how you know your comment is correct. It appears to be a case of mistaken identity.

@janetstone236 6 лет назад

Thanks for helping us learn, however, it was rather annoying when you kept moving in front of the camera! I suggest moving the tripod to the left view. Thanks.

@BonafideToolJunkie 6 лет назад

Is this a tool that can be found at Harbor Freight?

@TomGlander 6 лет назад

I've never looked for that tool at Harbor Freight. It may be there... or not. I only know for sure that Home Depot has them, and for sure there are lots of variations of this tool on Amazon.

@obfuscated3090 6 лет назад

I'd look online for the best price on crimpers. You can sometimes find them used on Ebay. Note that crimped connections are much smoother and better looking, but if you only have one or a few connections to make you can use wire rope clamps instead. Those only require a wrench to tighten.

@daddykiller5835 6 лет назад

Can you rent that tool from Home Depot to do the crimping?

@TomGlander 6 лет назад

G Daddy I doubt it. But it’s still worth an ask. I could be wrong.

@Qazxswer68 5 лет назад

A little late to the show. I just did the crimping with the one they had at the store. Of course purchased the parts first.

@ahmedbaig7279 3 года назад

That product is meant for towing a car. Nylon ropes are not good. Also a motor cycle clutch wire can be enough to pull that load.

@Actualhumanlive 6 лет назад

I can't even get the wire cable into the ferrule, I just wasted three cable trying

@TomGlander 6 лет назад

The cut end of the cable MUST be perfectly flush. No strands sticking out. They will catch on the ferrule's edge, and you'll have problems. The hardest part is cutting the wire rope so it's a good clean cut. A cutting wheel is probably best, but I relied on the machine at Home Depot to cut mine perfectly. At least that's one problem I know about. Hope this helps some.

@tangoindiamike9189 2 года назад

You should try standing between the camera and your work, so that all we see is flannel.

@lmalino695 7 лет назад

Shouldn't the wire extend beyond the middle connector by at least the diameter of the wire? If you're concerned about the wire end possibly jabbing you, cover it.

@TomGlander 7 лет назад

Extending the wire would be ok. But remember, any wire beyond the crimp point of contact does nothing to add strength. Only the wire that makes contact with the crimped joint is being acted upon. So... extending wire beyond the crimp is really just for looks.

@turboconqueringmegaeagle9006 7 лет назад

Tom Glander certainly with aircraft controls the 1xd protrusion is mandatory, I've always looked at it like a knot slipping a bit when you load it up for the first time.... having said that, if it's 1/4" rope you are using, I doubt you will ever get close to the 4000ib odd rating so I'm sure it's ok! nice video, thanks.

@watercarepro9610 Год назад

Fyi... 3/16 wire rope requires swaging it four times, not three.

@scottb.innovations4386 6 лет назад

u forgot the stops and if you want it really cool if your women are going to be handling it put heat shrink over it and finish it off nice

@wmmaloney1 7 лет назад

Thought it was going to be something cool.clicket on it . All you need is the right tools.

@TomGlander 7 лет назад

B maloney and the right brain.

@richardryerson 5 лет назад

Looks like the vise made it so you couldn't fully swage. The middle sleeve also looks like the wire pulled into the sleeve.

@DavidWilson-qo7ej 7 лет назад

the correct term is SWAGE - pronounced SWAYGE - just saying

@TomGlander 6 лет назад

You got it. Everyone... good info right here.

@legacy1776sibes Год назад

You sound like the How It's Made narrator.

@TomGlander Год назад

I've been told that before. Thank you. His name is Brooks Moore. He's very good.

@justinward1969 Год назад

Thanks Nicolas Cage 👍👍👍

@tstahler5420 2 года назад

I'd be curious to see that stress tested. You really don't know what you have there. Don't bet your safety on that. Do a video of it being used.

@ve3dzp 6 лет назад

I bought a tool like that and took it back. The large size should be at the throat of the tool not out the end. If in the throat you do not need the vise. China got it wrong again.

@TomGlander 6 лет назад

Have you seen a tool like the one you describe? They don't have any at Home Depot. I certainly was in no frame of mind to go shopping any further than my local store. From a leverage point of view, what you say is probably true. More crushing force could be applied with the swage closer to the pivot.

@orionred2489 6 лет назад

But then wouldn't the jaws need to be opened VERY far to fit the larger sleeve in the larger hole?

@TomGlander 6 лет назад

That is correct. The vise actually makes it easier, because it's a "third hand." At least that way for me. The thing is that the tool actually works, and does the job. So... some tools are better, some are worse. I rarely use this tool anyway, so the sometimes use and the funky jaws don't bug me much.

@1fido007 6 лет назад

There is a swage gage tool to measure the crimped area to ensure it has been properly crimped. Where the ferrule seat is placed is a matter of design, not necessity.

@kennethbookhamer3609 2 года назад

almost every step you attempted to show us was off camera or you back blocked the camera

@TomGlander 2 года назад

Yep. Good observations on a 9-year-old video created a newbie (me) who didn't know what he was doing back then.

@user-jm9ui7jx9m 4 года назад

русские есть

@AbdulKarim-bf3md Год назад

হা!ভúভ

@contessa.adella 8 дней назад

Mate…there is no ‘D’ in swage. It is definitely not called sweddging……say it like “Sway-jing” as most everyone else does! Why do You Tubers do this, adding extra letters or leaving some out (like soddering Lol). Is it just an American thing? I suppose their schools never taught them how words are meant to be spoken - bad education then! It is not an accent thing…words are simply not spoken correctly. Do they do this to Spanish words too, I wonder. The vid is ok, except for that nerve shredding weird speak. However, I would definitely use more than a single ferrule to join those two ends. 3/16 wire rope should have a breaking strain just over a ton so your carabiners are well matched to it.

@TomGlander 6 дней назад

I guess we aren’t as literate and well spoken? Maybe Americans don’t care? Schools are garbage? Folks don’t know the boot from the bonnet. Oh well. The video was on point. Thanks for the critique.