Chicago Grip w/Latch, Bare Conductors to 0.4-Inch
1656-20H - spec sheet
Warnings
- Always match proper size and type of grip to application.
- When used on/near energized lines, ground, insulate, or isolate grip before pulling.
- Grips are to be used for temporary installation, not for permanent anchorage.
- Before each use, clean jaw area and inspect grip for proper operation to avoid slippage.
- Do not exceed rated capacity.
Features
- Made in USA
- When stick is removed, latch closes automatically to guard against grip accidentally disengaging from wire
- Grip may be placed on wire with hot-line stick
- Hot-line grips for both bare and insulated conductors
- Standard hot-line grips are not supplied with springs or lock-open features
- When springs or lock-open features are desired, add prefix letter ''S'' before catalog number (example - S1684-5H)
1656-20H - spec sheet
Manufacturer Resources
1656-20H Spec Sheet
Product Specs
- Cable Type:
- Copper, ACSR, AAC
- Department:
- Electrical
- Product Type:
- Pulling Grip
- Locking Handle:
- Yes
- Product Details:
- Chicago Grip
- Jaw Length:
- 4" (10.2 cm)
- Cable Diameter:
- 0.2" to 0.4" (5.08 to 10.16 mm)
- Product Subgroup:
- Cable Pullers
- Jaw Type:
- Round
- Maximum Safe Load:
- 4500 lb (2041 kg)
- Spring:
- No
- Product Group:
- Electrical Installation Tools
- Swing Latch:
- No
- Product Material:
- Steel
Klein Tools 1656-20H – Frequently Asked Questions
1) What conductor sizes will the Klein 1656-20 Chicago Grip hold?
The 1656-20 Chicago Grip takes bare conductors from 0.2 to 0.4 inch diameter (5.08 to 10.16 mm), in copper, ACSR, or AAC. Anything thinner than 0.2 inch or fatter than 0.4 inch needs a different grip size, and the grip is built for bare conductor, not insulated cable.
2) What is the difference between Klein 1656-20 and 1656-20H?
Same grip, latch is the difference. 1656-20 is the plain version; 1656-20H adds the latch that closes automatically when the hot-line stick is removed, so the grip cannot accidentally come off the wire. If you are placing the grip with a stick on an overhead run, take the -20H.
3) Can this grip be installed with a hot-line stick on energized lines?
Yes, the grip can be placed on the wire with a hot-line stick. On or near energized lines you still have to ground, insulate, or isolate the grip before pulling. Clean the jaw area and check the grip's operation before every use, since a dirty jaw is where slippage starts.
4) Does the 1656-20 come with a spring or lock-open feature?
No. Spring is listed as No and swing latch as No, which is standard for Klein hot-line grips. If you want springs or a lock-open feature, order the version with the prefix letter S ahead of the catalog number. The handle does lock.
5) Will a round-jaw Chicago Grip damage or flatten ACSR conductor?
The 1656-20 uses round jaws with a 4 inch (10.2 cm) jaw length, which is the profile matched to round bare conductor such as copper, ACSR, and AAC. The long jaw spreads the load along the strand rather than concentrating it at one point. Match grip size and type to the conductor every time, and do not use it on insulated cable or on flat or non-round shapes.
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