Manual cable pulling can be physically demanding and can strain the muscles and joints of the installers, especially through tight spaces such as conduits, raceways, or other pathways. Not only can it have a toll on the installer’s health, but it can also reduce the efficiency with the risks of tangles, knots, and obstructions, increasing the probability of damaging or overstressing the cables.
Cable pullers are designed to facilitate the installation and organization of cables in various applications. From electrical to telecommunications, play a crucial role in improving cable management. Some of the key benefits include:
- Increased Efficiency: cable pullers can resist heavy loads and can quickly pull cables through tight spaces, increasing speed while reducing effort, especially for long or large-diameter cables.
- Enhanced Safety: cable pullers allow for better control over the cable, reducing the risks of accidents and cable damage.
- Precision Tension Control: maintaining proper tension is extremely important for sensitive cables such as fiber optics. Cable pullers offer precise tension control, ensuring the integrity of the cables during installation.
- Increased Productivity: cable pullers reduce installation time, allowing to finish projects faster.
- Durability and Reliability: cable pullers are built with rugged materials and designed to withstand heavy-duty in challenging environments, making this a long-standing tool.
Cable pullers are available in various sizes and configurations to meet the different installation requirements. Their versatility makes cable pullers a key tool in various industries and projects such as:
- Electrical Installations
- Data and Communications Cabling
- Industrial and Manufacturing
- Telecommunications
- Construction
- Renovations and Upgrades
Southwire Cable Pullers: Built for Durability, Built for Reliability, Built for Work
1. Maxis 3K
Features and Benefits
- One person, 2 minute set up and operate
- Two pulling speeds: 25 fpm on low (at no load) and 100 fpm
on high (at no load) - Quickly adapts from underground to overhead pulls
- No need to bolt to the ground on most pulls
- Able to pull up to 8 ft. of wire out of the conduit
- 3,000 lbs. peak pulling force
- Versatile, can adapt to virtually any wire pull
- Can be anchored to most trucks’ standard 2” receiver hitch
- Includes 8 conduit adapters: sizes 1” through 4”
(total weight 10 lbs.) - Puller cart with tool bag
2. Maxis XD1 Extreme Duty Circuit Puller
Features and Benefits
- One person setup and operation
- Accepts most commercial 18V cordless drills
- Removable capstan to facilitate polyline removal
- Expandable length up to 34.5 inches
- Polyline pin on capstan to prevent slippage during the pull
- Anodized for corrosion resistance
- Field replaceable chuck adapter
- 600 lbs of constant pulling force with 1000 lbs peak pulling force
- Expandable with 1” rigid conduit
- Threaded receiver for 3/4” monopole support
3. Maxis 6K
Features and Benefits
- One person, 2 minute setup and operate
- 2 Pulling speeds: 12 fpm on low (at no load) and 44 fpm on high (at no load)
- Quickly adapts from underground to overhead pulls
- No need to bolt to the ground on most pulls
- 6,000 lbs. peak pulling force
- Versatile, can adapt to virtually any wire pull
- Can be anchored to most trucks’ standard 2” receiver hitch
- Able to pull up to 9 ft. of wire out of the conduit
- Includes 5 conduit adapters 2” through 4”, 5” and 6” sold separately
- Includes Puller Cart with tool bag (total weight 35 lbs.)
About Southwire
As one of the leading manufacturers of wire and cable used in the transmission and distribution of electricity, Southwire provides high quality electrical wire and cable to the commercial and industrial construction industries. Southwire continues to innovate, designing durable, cutting-edge professional grade tools, with safety and productivity in mind. Their commitment to deliver power responsibly remains steadfast, providing efficiency and support to their customers. More info: www.southwire.com/ca/en-ca/
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