Leviton Rotating Eye Wire Mesh Pulling Grip
The Leviton Rotating Eye Wire Mesh Pulling Grip (models L8602, L8603, L8605, L8606, L8612) is a heavy-duty pulling grip built for demanding cable installation and conduit-pulling applications. It features a closed mesh, double weave construction designed to withstand the tension and abrasion of continuous cable pulls, and is sized for a cable diameter range of.620" -.740" in a medium length configuration. The rotating eye reduces torque transfer to the cable during pulling, helping protect conductor integrity throughout the run.
Key Features
- Rotating Eye: Minimizes cable twisting and torque transfer during pulling operations, helping protect cable jacketing and conductors.
- Closed Mesh, Double Weave Construction: Heavy-duty double weave closed mesh design delivers a secure, high-strength grip that resists slippage under sustained tension.
- Cable Diameter Range: Engineered for cables measuring.620" -.740" in diameter for a snug, reliable fit.
- Medium Length: Sized for balanced handling and reach during typical conduit and raceway pulls.
- Heavy Duty Rating: Built to hold up under the stress of demanding commercial and industrial cable pulling tasks.
- Multiple Model Options: Available in models L8602, L8603, L8605, L8606, and L8612 to match specific job and cable requirements.
Technical Specifications
- list_batch: LEV-PREEXIST-20260803
- Cable Diameter Range:.620" -.740"
- Length: Medium
- Mesh Type: Closed Mesh, Double Weave
- Eye Type: Rotating Eye
- Available Models: L8602, L8603, L8605, L8606, L8612
Typical Applications
- Conduit and Raceway Cable Pulling
- Commercial and Industrial Electrical Installations
- Wire and Cable Installation Projects
- Renovation and New Construction Wiring
- Electrical Contractor Field Use
Why Leviton?
Leviton is a trusted name in electrical products, and this Rotating Eye Wire Mesh Pulling Grip reflects that standard with its heavy-duty double weave closed mesh construction. Built to hold up under the stress of continuous cable pulling operations, it helps electrical professionals complete conduit and raceway installations efficiently while protecting cable integrity throughout the pull.
Manufacturer Resources
Product Specs
- Product Type:
- Wire Mesh Pulling Grip
- Product Material:
- Steel Mesh
- Department:
- Electrical
- Product Group:
- Wiring Devices
- Certifications:
- CSA
- Device Type:
- Pulling Grip
- Eye Type:
- Rotating Eye
- Warranty Length:
- 2 years
- Product Subgroup:
- Shop All Leviton
Leviton L8603 – Frequently Asked Questions
1) Which Leviton pulling grip model do I need for my cable diameter?
Pick the Leviton rotating eye mesh grip by measuring the outside diameter of the cable you're pulling. L8602 covers 0.620 to 0.740 inch, L8603 covers 0.750 to 0.990 inch, L8605 covers 1.25 to 1.49 inch, L8606 covers 1.50 to 1.99 inch, and L8612 covers 4.00 to 4.49 inch. The mesh has to sit snug on the jacket to grip properly, so size to the actual measured OD, not the nominal conductor size.
2) What does the rotating eye on this mesh pulling grip actually do for me on a long conduit run?
The eye swivels instead of being fixed to the mesh body, so twist coming off the rope or the winch line is not transmitted down into the cable. On a long run with bends, that keeps the conductors from corkscrewing inside the jacket and keeps the jacket from being wrung. If your rope is already on a swivel you get the same effect twice, which does no harm.
3) Is a closed mesh double weave grip the right choice, or do I need a split lace-up grip?
Closed mesh means the grip is a sleeve, so the cable end has to be free to slide into it. That is the configuration for a new pull where you have an open cable end at the reel side. If you have to attach mid-run, or the end is already terminated and you cannot thread it, you need a split, lace-up or rod-closing type instead, not this one. The double weave here is the heavier build, two layers of steel mesh for sustained high-tension pulls rather than light single-weave service.
4) Are the Leviton L86 series pulling grips approved for use on Canadian jobs?
They carry a CSA certification, which is the listing Canadian inspectors look for. The grips are made in Mexico.
5) Can I use the Leviton L8612 grip for a 4 inch cable on an overhead support application?
No. The L8612 covers a 4.00 to 4.49 inch cable diameter, but it is a pulling grip with a rotating eye, built for the tension of a conduit or raceway pull. Support grips for holding cable in place vertically or at a box are a different device with a different attachment. Use this one to pull, not to support.
6) What is this pulling grip made of, and will it hold up being reused across several pulls?
The body is woven steel mesh in a double weave, closed configuration, which is the heavy duty build for repeated commercial and industrial conduit and raceway pulls. Inspect the weave after every pull; any broken or kinked strands mean the grip comes out of service, since the mesh carries the whole load.
7) Do I need to tape or band the Leviton mesh grip onto the cable?
Yes, that is standard practice with any woven mesh grip. Slide the mesh fully over the cable end, let it grip down, then band or tape the trailing end of the mesh to the jacket so it cannot walk back or open up when tension comes off and reapplies at a bend. Tape is not supplied with the grip.
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Does the Leviton L8603 come with a warranty?
Absolutely. The Leviton L8603 is backed by a manufacturer’s warranty.
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