READ THE BANDING INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING ANY LEWIS GRIPS!
Failure to use Lewis Grips as detailed in the supplied user instructions, may result in serious injury or even death.
Pulling Grips Banding Instructions
Description
3 Banding Options
listed here covers the 3 options for Metal Wire Mesh Grips Band AND Tape methods offered by Lewis Mfg.
Make sure to Band and Tape ends of the wire mesh grips according to the instructions provided.
NOTE
For banding of ARAMID FIBER GRIPS (Lewis Ouchless Grips™) use Electrical Tape Only. Do Not Use metal band on aramid fiber grips.
Pulling Grips Banding Instructions:
The following are common pulling grips banding instructions for all 3 Banding Options.
For specific type of banding instructions please refer to the Instructions PDF document.
Safety is always No. 1.
Make sure no one is under the line as it is being pulled through the blocks & crown.
DO NOT stand below or near the line, pulling grips or cable under tension. Severe injury or death could occur. KEEP BACK!
This Instruction is for Metal Wire Mesh Grips only, DO NOT use metal bands on Aramid Fiber Grips!
Wire Mesh grips are made of metal wires such as galvanized steel, stainless steel, thinned bronze, etc.
Aramid fiber grips such as Ouchless Lewis Grips, are made of plastic covered aramid fibers. Do not use metal bands on aramid fiber grips.
Be sure that the right size range grips are being used for the line or ope being pulled. For Example, for 1-3/8″ cable, use a 1″ to 1-1/2″ range grip.
Inspect the grip for wire abrasion or broken wires.
A pulling or suspension grip showing any signs of wire fraying, broken wires or distorted hardware should be immediately removed from service & discarded.
Make sure the wire rope or cable is clean and free of grease and oil in the area that will be loaded into the grip.
A high grade degreaser and heavy duty disposable towels are recommended.
For banding the grips, make sure to use electric tape only.
DO NOT use duct tape. Duct tape’s gummy adhesive causes binding and fouls up the pull operation.
Using electric tape, tape the end of the cable or wire rope before inserting into the grip so that the sharp ends of the cable or wire rope do not damage the grip’s mesh interior.
Fully load the cable or wire rope into the grip
When loading the cable or the wire rope into the grip, be certain the cable, or wire rope is inserted all the way into the grip so the grip is fully loaded into the area right next to the pulling eye of the grip.
Do Not Band or Tape the head (eye side) of the grips. This increases the diameter of the head unnecessarily and could create restriction points.
OPTION 1 — Band-IT® Ultra-Lok 1/4″ Tool Model A94079
OPTION 2 — Band-IT® Pok-It II 1/4″Tool Model J02069
OPTION 3 — Band-IT® Standard Banding 1/2″ Tool Model C00169
Select the band size and length per overall diameter of the cable.
Use the following table to select the proper band and banding tool.
| Band Part No. | Banding Option | Description | Band Width | Length / Count | * Loaded Grip Dia. | Use with BAND-IT Tool No. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AU3089 | 1 | Pre-Made 304SS Band | 1/4" | 24" | Up to 1-1/2" | A94079 |
| C20299 | 2 | Band Stock 201SS, Assembly Required | 1/4" | 100' Spool | Up to 1-1/2" | J02069 |
| C25299 | 2 | Band Buckle, Assembly Required | 1/4" | 100 Count Box | Up to 1-1/2" | J02069 |
| J0825 | 3 | Pre-Made 201SS Band | 1/2" | **18" | 1-5/8" and up | C00169 |
| A90479 | 1 | Ultra-Lok Tool | 1/4" | - | - | AU3089 |
| J02069 | 2 | Pok-It II Tool | 1/4" | - | - | C20299 & C25299 |
| C00169 | 3 | Standard Banding Tool | 1/2" | - | - | J0825 |
* Diameter is the overall diameter of the pulled item (cable, wire rope, conduit or rope) AND the grip after loading of the grip.
** 18″ band can handle up to 4.5″ in overall diameter. For larger diameters, longer bands are available upon request.
Once the snake is loaded properly, BAND AND TAPE the tail end of the grips using one of the BAND-IT® brand banding tools & electric tape as the option calls for. Refer to Instruction PDF and Instruction Videos Tabs.
NOTE: Use a BAND-IT® tool and bands and tape over the bands. Taping alone is not reliable and can be a safety hazard especially in overhead high tension pulling applications.
DO NOT USE DUCT TAPE
ONE-TIME USE ONLY grips should be discarded after each use.
INSPECT & USE — For MULTI-USE grips and swivels, after each use remove the grip and/or swivel, inspect, clean & store them in a dry and protected location so that they are is not exposed to harsh environments such as offshore drilling platforms or other salty, corrosive environments.
For any questions or comments regarding safe usage of your Lewis Grips, please
Call Lewis Mfg. Toll-Free at 833-646-8480
Band / Tool Selection
Select the band size and length per overall diameter of the cable. Use the following table to select the proper band and banding tool.
| Band Part No. | Banding Option | Description | Band Width | Length / Count | * Loaded Grip Dia. | Use with BAND-IT Tool No. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AU3089 | 1 | Pre-Made 304SS Band | 1/4" | 24" | Up to 1-1/2" | A94079 |
| C20299 | 2 | Band Stock 201SS, Assembly Required | 1/4" | 100' Spool | Up to 1-1/2" | J02069 |
| C25299 | 2 | Band Buckle, Assembly Required | 1/4" | 100 Count Box | Up to 1-1/2" | J02069 |
| J0825 | 3 | Pre-Made 201SS Band | 1/2" | **18" | 1-5/8" and up | C00169 |
| A90479 | 1 | Ultra-Lok Tool | 1/4" | - | - | AU3089 |
| J02069 | 2 | Pok-It II Tool | 1/4" | - | - | C20299 & C25299 |
| C00169 | 3 | Standard Banding Tool | 1/2" | - | - | J0825 |
* Diameter is the overall diameter of the pulled item (cable, wire rope, conduit or rope) AND the grip after loading of the grip.
** 18″ band can handle up to 4.5″ in overall diameter. For larger diameters, longer bands are available upon request.
OPTION 1 — Band-IT® Ultra-Lok 1/4″ Tool Model A94079
OPTION 2 — Band-IT® Pok-It II 1/4″Tool Model J02069
OPTION 3 — Band-IT® Standard Banding 1/2″ Tool Model C00169
Video
Instructions PDF
WARNING!
Read and follow all relevant Safety & Operating Instructions located in the “Banding Instructions in PDF” tab on this page before using this product.
For any questions or comments regarding safe usage of this product, please
Call Lewis Mfg. Toll-Free at 833-646-8480
