Stringing messenger clamp and methods of using the same
US9379527B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Feb 15, 2013 |
| Grant date | Jun 28, 2016 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 6, 2034 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
- CPC primaryH02G7/22
- WIPO fieldElectrical machinery, apparatus, energy
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
A stringing messenger clamp for use in overhead transmission and distribution systems and method of installing a messenger cable is provided. The stringing messenger clamp includes a bracket and an assembly body supported by the bracket, wherein the assembly body has a cable channel sized to receive a portion of a messenger cable. An assembly clamp is movable with respect to the assembly body and closable upon the cable channel. When the assembly clamp is in a closed position, it retains in place the portion of the messenger cable within the cable channel.
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