How It Works
How It Works
Cross-sections of the standard gripping mechanism found
in most our parts are shown to the right. The gripper is
activated by pressing the pin into the piece, forcing the
internal ball bearings to separate enough to accept the
appropriately-sized cable. Once the cable is inserted with
the gripping mechanism engaged, it cannot be removed
unless the pin is re-engaged, thereby separating the ball
bearings and releasing their grip on the cable.
How’s It Hanging?
How To Select Which Gripper You Need
There is a guide at the beginning of each product section (Ceiling Attachments, Midway Grippers and Attachments, Floor Attachments and Tensioners, and Railings) designed to assist in selecting which gripper is appropriate for your project based on function and weight.
By Function:
Ceiling/Wall:
The cable originates at the ceiling or wall
Midway:
The point of the cable that attaches to your
fixture/artwork
Floor/Tensioner:
The cable connects to the floor or the slack
needs to be removed from the cable
Railing:
The cable connects to railing that can be
installed on the ceiling, wall, or floor
By Weight:
How much does what you are hanging weigh? How much weight will be suspended from each gripper?
To determine the maximum weight capacity your installation can support, follow these steps:
Step 1: Multiple the number of cables by its suggested load rating (and then by 60% if you have
multiple cables*) to determine if your weight requirements are met.
Step 2: If your weight capacity has been exceeded, increase the cable diameter.
For Example: -You want to hang a shelf display by 4 cables using 3/32” size cable
-3/32” size cable has a weight load maximum of 155 lbs/cable
-Multiply the number of cables (4 in this case) by the load rating for 3/32” cable (155 lbs) and then by 60% to get a maximum weight capacity of 372 lbs for this display.
*Why do I need to multiply by 60%?
This formula has been calculated based on specific load rating tests performed by Arakawa and should be complied with to ensure a safe, quality installation with our parts.