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ABUS ABUS C503 Safelex Universal Cable Lockout, 39-3/8" Cable Length, Red ABUS-C503

ABUS C503 Safelex Universal Cable Lockout, 39-3/8" Cable Length, Red

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Model: C503

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The cable lockouts can be used to lock many different energy sources. From the hand wheel to the

  • Lockout device with isolated metal cable in different lengths
  • Patented grip mechanism for easy adjustment of the cable
  • Retightening the cable is possible even after locking the device

THE ALL-PURPOSE SOLUTION FOR LOTO:

The cable can be used to secure valves, hand wheels, door hardware, or access points against unauthorized access.

The Safelex™ cable lockouts are available with cables of different lengths ranging from 1 to 5 meters. The clamping mechanism ensures a firm hold and can be readjusted if necessary. Secured with up to six padlocks.

Technology:

  • Intuitive design for self-explanatory application
  • Patented grip mechanism for secure fixation of the cable
  • Retightening possible at any time, even when locked
  • Isolated, exchangeable metal cable in different lengths
  • Holds up to 6 padlocks

Operation and use:

  • Universal lockout device for locking out different energy sources during maintenance

Manufacturer Resources

Product Specs

Subcategory:
Lockout Devices
Product Group:
Other / Miscellaneous Hardware
Product Subgroup:
Lockout Devices
Product Type:
Lockouts
Commercial/Residential:
Commercial
Product Model:
C503
Product Category:
Other / Miscellaneous Hardware
Department:
Door Hardware

ABUS C503 – Frequently Asked Questions

1) Can I use a cable lockout on a valve or hand wheel, or is it only for electrical disconnects?
The Safelex cable lockout is the general purpose choice precisely because it is not tied to one energy source. The cable loops through or around whatever you need to immobilize, valves, hand wheels, door hardware, and access points included, then clamps down. That is the difference between a cable type and a dedicated gate valve cover or breaker clamp: the dedicated device fits one shape well, the cable fits nearly anything but takes a moment longer to apply.
2) Can the cable be tightened again after the padlocks are already on?
Yes, and that is the main reason to pick the Safelex over a simpler cable lockout. The patented grip mechanism lets you pull slack out of the cable even after the device is locked, so if the loop settles or someone bumps the valve, you can re-snug it without breaking the lockout and starting over.
3) Is the cable on the ABUS C503 lockout insulated, and can it be replaced if it gets damaged?
The cable is insulated metal, and it is an exchangeable part rather than permanently swaged into the body. If the jacket gets cut or the cable kinks on a job, the body stays in service and the cable gets swapped. The insulation also matters for electrical isolation points where a bare steel cable would be the wrong thing to wrap around a disconnect.
4) Can a cable lockout be used to secure a pair of doors or a gate during maintenance?
Yes. Door hardware and access points are within what the Safelex cable is meant to secure, so a loop through two door pulls, a gate latch, or a panel handle works the same way it does on a valve. Feed the cable through both handles, pull it tight through the grip mechanism, and lock it. A rigid hasp cannot do this because it needs two aligned holes; the cable does not care about the geometry.
5) Is the ABUS C503 cable lockout suitable for commercial and industrial facility use?
It is a commercial grade device, built for maintenance lockout in facilities rather than for around the house. Typical use is an MRO or facilities crew isolating equipment before service, and the red body is the standard high visibility color for lockout hardware so it reads as a live lockout from across a plant room.
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Does the ABUS C503 come with a warranty?
Absolutely. The ABUS C503 is backed by a manufacturer’s warranty. For full warranty terms, check the product documentation or Contact Us.
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