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OSP Tension Clamp | 048-301/TC

OSP Drop Wire Tension Clamp, Stainless Steel & Aluminum Build

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VERTICAL CABLE 048-301/TC – OSP DROP WIRE TENSION CLAMP

The 048-301/TC is an OSP messenger tension clamp for aerial drop wire, built with a marine-grade aluminum body and a stainless steel bail wire. It supports both ends of an aerial drop and lets the cable float freely, so the drop wire isn’t strained. With 555 lb (252 kg) of mechanical strength that exceeds the cable’s own, this drop wire tension clamp is a lightweight, dependable choice for messenger service drops.

KEY FEATURES

Here’s what makes the 048-301/TC a dependable tension clamp:

  • Fits Most Cables with Messenger: Designed to work with common messengered aerial cable.
  • 555 lb (252 kg) Mechanical Strength: Exceeds the strength of the cable it supports.
  • Marine-Grade Aluminum Body: Built for outdoor exposure.
  • Stainless Steel Bail Wire: Strong, corrosion-resistant attachment point.
  • Supports Both Ends of the Drop: Works at the pole end and the building end without straining the drop wire.
  • Strain-Free Cable Support: The cable floats freely in the clamp, reducing strain.
  • Rolled Edges: Help protect the cable during installation.
  • Lightweight and Compact: Weighs just 0.05 lb (0.02 kg) and is 6.3 in long.

APPLICATIONS

The 048-301/TC is ideal for aerial drop installations:

  • Aerial Service Drops: Support messenger-drop wire between the pole or strand and the building.
  • Dead-End Support: Anchor both ends of an aerial drop with a drop wire clamp.
  • Telecom and Communications Drops: Secure messenger-drop cable at attachments and hooks.
  • Residential and Rural Service Drops: A compact, lightweight option for single-subscriber drops.
  • Repairs and Restorations: Quickly replace damaged or worn clamps on existing drops.

WHY CHOOSE THE 3048-301/TC OSP TENSION CLAMP?

Professionals choose the 048-301/TC for its strength, strain-free support, and lightweight build. Here are 5 reasons to specify it for your next project:

  1. Strength to Spare: 555 lb of mechanical strength exceeds the strength of the cable.
  2. Strain-Free Design: The cable floats freely, so the drop wire isn’t strained.
  3. Built for the Outdoors: Marine-grade aluminum and a stainless steel bail wire are made for exposed installations.
  4. Installer-Friendly: Rolled edges help protect the cable, and the clamp weighs only 0.05 lb.
  5. One Clamp, Both Ends: Supports both ends of an aerial drop.

GETTING IT INSTALLED?

Once the 048-301/TC is on the truck, a few things to keep in mind:

  • Test-fit it on your cable. The clamp works with most messenger cable, but messenger sizes vary, so try one on your drop wire before you start the job.
  • Match it to your attachment. The bail wire connects to your hook or span clamp, so make sure those are compatible before you climb.
  • Plan your clearances. Aerial drops have to meet NESC clearance rules and your pole owner’s attachment standards, so check those before you hang the span.
  • Leave proper sag. A drop pulled too tight risks clearance and loading problems, so set the sag per your utility’s guidelines.
  • Work safely. Use proper climbing and fall protection, and follow lockout and clearance procedures near energized lines.

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