Best chain & rope fittings according to redditors
We found 41 Reddit comments discussing the best chain & rope fittings. We ranked the 29 resulting products by number of redditors who mentioned them. Here are the top 20.
We found 41 Reddit comments discussing the best chain & rope fittings. We ranked the 29 resulting products by number of redditors who mentioned them. Here are the top 20.
Lay the cable in the angle slot, insert a set screw in the top and tighten to lock this block onto a cable? Here's an alternate from Amazon for under $5, although it's not a block.
I may have this wrong, but are you wanting one bolt to mount a load cell, and lock down on the cable? This may not work well, as tension will usually come from one source or the other, not both at precisely the same time.
Ex LE.
You'd be amazed at how skilled pack/purse thieves are. They literally practice for hours, the same way pickpockets do.
They also often work in pairs. You don't want to get into that mess.
There is a very easy solution, and it's not expensive, and no hassle to use.
Go to Home Depot or Lowes and buy some braided aircraft cable, like this, and some cable crimps (they come in bags of two, but get a couple of extra in case one gets messed-up when crimping it). Both places will cut it to the length you want, and it has a sturdy plastic coating, so it won't damage whatever you wrap it around.
You run one end of the cable through one side of the crimp, and feed it back through the other side of the crimp. Then pinch the crimp down to lock the cable in. There are tools for this, but you don't need one for the gauge cable you'll use; a hammer and a flat cement surface is all you need.
You don't need really thick cable. 3mm or below is fine. Get either a screw locking carabiner or a small padlock.
You only need it to be 1' 1/2" to 2' long, and it's lightweight and coils up to go in your pack.
Just seeing a pack strung-up will usually make them move on to a different target.
I think a lot of people cut them, which seems crazy to me. Are you planning on NEVER moving that strip, ever?!
Personally I have a gen 1 lightstrip behind my 42'' TV. I use adhesive hooks (something like this) in the top left and right corners of the TV and just kinda drape the strip over them so it covers the top and kinds hangs down the sides.
This approach will definitely be complicated a bit by using the strips with a smaller screen. You'll have to corral the extra length somehow, but I don't think it'll be that difficult.
I'm probably going to upgrade my TV strip to a lightstrip plus at some point and then move my gen 1 strip behind my computer monitor. I'm hoping I can just add two more adhesive hooks at the bottom corners of the screen and easily corral the extra length that way, but haven't tried yet.
Here are the parts to make your own. A hardware store should have "cable ferrules". For cat toys, put the ferrules on garage floor and hit with a hammer to crimp. You don't need full strength. I suspect you want to make them into loops, not an eye.
https://www.amazon.com/a15060500ux0038-32-inch-Aluminum-Ferrules-Sleeves/dp/B012SPB936
https://www.amazon.com/Marine-Grade-Stainless-Steel-Sleeves/dp/B07GRSTSRC
Copying and pasting a comment from a previous thread -
I did a DIY setup, with everything coming from Amazon except the carabiners, which you can pretty much find anywhere. Here's the links for the parts:
Steel Cable: https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B003YDK49M/
Wire Rope Clips: https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B00III7IP6/
Pulleys: https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B000BD6BSQ/
Thimbles: https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B0038YY3LW/
Tie-down Straps (for hanging pulleys from the rack): https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B01AS5QC1C/
Loading Pin: https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B01IRY5U14/
Assuming you have some tools around, this should be everything you would need. I recommend a bolt cutter if you don't already have one. I thought I would be able to cut the steel cable with the wire cutters built into my pliers and it was not happening. Ended up having to make a trip to the tool shop this morning to get that.
I copied the share link as shown in the screenshot as I have with all my posts. I didn't post with a ref link - Amazon is adding that.
 
Proof, go to the share link: http://amzn.com/B002MD01E8 it will add it..
Magic
Different pic showing bottom of shelf
Sure,
Home Depot
https://www.homedepot.com/p/Hardware-Essentials-1-8-in-Wire-Rope-Clip-in-Zinc-Plated-25-Pack-310209-0/203810713
Amazon
https://www.amazon.com/HEVERP-20PCS-Stainless-Steel-Cable/dp/B07CPP5RJH/ref=pd_sbs_60_2/131-9361675-4184852?_encoding=UTF8&pd_rd_i=B07CPP5RJH&pd_rd_r=c3b11dfe-5fbb-4cac-9a8f-c54b0c6d7100&pd_rd_w=wfRPP&pd_rd_wg=dazTX&pf_rd_p=d66372fe-68a6-48a3-90ec-41d7f64212be&pf_rd_r=H11B8DQB4VC7TMZEWYAP&psc=1&refRID=H11B8DQB4VC7TMZEWYAP
or
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07HCZPPFN/ref=sspa_dk_detail_2?psc=1&pd_rd_i=B07HCZPPFN&pd_rd_w=uRoAS&pf_rd_p=45a72588-80f7-4414-9851-786f6c16d42b&pd_rd_wg=Rb4at&pf_rd_r=4EKDCJ3PCQ4XH69EYVHM&pd_rd_r=cce478e1-4d6e-42d6-a8e4-7e14b95e08a1&spLa=ZW5jcnlwdGVkUXVhbGlmaWVyPUEyS1hUR0I2WjJNUVYmZW5jcnlwdGVkSWQ9QTAwMTMwMjgxTldNRzNYNjIzWVc1JmVuY3J5cHRlZEFkSWQ9QTA1ODg0NjdTMlZOUUcwUEhaRFUmd2lkZ2V0TmFtZT1zcF9kZXRhaWwmYWN0aW9uPWNsaWNrUmVkaXJlY3QmZG9Ob3RMb2dDbGljaz10cnVl
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Either of these should do just fine.
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Edit: I think these would be better offers from amazon. No point in getting none stainless if you can get stainless for the same money lol
Here’s a few options
Idakey
Nite Ize no plastic
X Tactical
For electronics: Garmin watch with HRM & strap. RoadID. Jawbone UP.
I'm about to be experimenting with water for the Summer months here in Florida. I bought a handheld and didn't like it. Then I got a good deal on a camelback-like setup. I've also considered hear belts that hold like 2-4 small bottles, but I'll check out this backpack setup. I usually just run with a Halo headband to catch sweat, but I'm going to try a Brooks visor to not only absorb sweat but keep the sun off my face. I'm trying my damndest to not resign myself to the treadmill this Summer.
Also, for car keys these are priceless. Super tiny. If you have a keychain setup where you can take your ignition key off by itself (which you should, because having your other keys dangling from your ignition can cause damage over time), you clip this onto your top lace and tuck the bottom of the key into a lower lace and your key stays put.
Been here lurking for a while and finally decided to post my EDC. Since there's been some discussion lately as to where people carry their EDC that is how my list below is broken down. Let me know if you have any additional questions.
Head
Neck
Left Wrist
Front Left Pocket
Front Right Pocket
Back Left Pocket or In-Hand
For those interested in the EZGO and KeySmart my opinions are as follows.
I like the EZGOs form-factor, but after owning it for a while it doesn't 'stretch' at all for what's in there. I have two credit cards, ID, insurance and a punch card in mine and it's like pulling teeth to get anything out of it. Also, since it's made to fit cards, anything bigger than that can't be accommodated. As a result I have my CPL, vehicle insurance and KOBALT tool rubber-banded to the thing. I've been eyeing the Flipside 3X as a replacement, but their shipping is around $7 which is over 10% the cost of the wallet... hence my apprehension in buying one.
As for the KeySmart, I've had it a couple of days and so far I dig it but with a couple of caveats. They include two keyblanks for Schlage-style keys. I took one of them to Lowe's to have it cut and there was an issue with the blank, as a result their machine could not provide an accurate copy. I purchased a key from Lowe's and they made it without issue. Not sure what kind of weird science is up with the blanks they included, but I would be leery of buying their 'lightweight' and colored blanks as you may have similar results. My second issue may be somewhat nitpicky, but it's next to impossible to open the door with one hand anymore. Hands full of groceries or mail? Well, you better plan ahead on getting your key flipped out prior to getting to the door, other wise you'll be settin' that shit down.
Would I buy the EZGO Slim again? No. Would I buy the KeySmart again? Yes.
Snap links (like this http://imgur.com/X6dPd) Or carabiners? I have some of the Nite Eyes S carabiners (hard plastic) like this. Harbor Freight carries them too, if you have one close by.
When I opened the links, it brought me to a page with the referral tag. For example, you posted this:
http://www.amazon.com/dp/B002MD01E8/ref=cm_sw_su_dp
The referral tag doesn't show until the link is opened.
If this was a mistake, you can resubmit the posts correctly, but this does violate the "no referral link" rule.
I like the #3 and 4 niteize locking s biners. Very useful for keys, small tools, flashlights and come in handy around the campsite. They have 2 locking types. Buy these not this locking type.
Okay, so you say I need a crimping tool. I will also need crimping sleeves I believe they are called? Anything else?
I'm looking at these right now:
Flammi 20 Pack S Shaped Hooks Stainless Heavy Duty Black Finish Steel Pan Pot Holder Hanging Hooks for Kitchen Office Garden Versatile https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00USSFSS8/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_Q9jjDb9NC33TD
FYI Green Pin Shackles are available on Amazon. They're the US brand for Van Beest. I have the 1.5 ton and they're a little small, but do the job. I also have the 3.25 ton. They're a little big, but still fit the AWL just fine.
http://www.amazon.com/Pin-GPGHBB11-Standard-Shackles-Collar/dp/B00MWW71RY/ref=sr_1_6?ie=UTF8&qid=1463519852&sr=8-6&keywords=green+pin+shackles
Got to my computer
Lights,
[Cable,] (https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B003YDK49M/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o02_s01?ie=UTF8&psc=1)
Clip,
and Metal loopy thing (prevents cable from rubbing though rubber coating)
Just need eyelets or something to attach it the cable to the posts.
from a distance it looks ok, but man close up, that hand painting you did, lets just say you need an airbrush for christmas. Unfortunately it looks like shoelaces instead of cables. id go to a electrical supply store and see if you can find some decent electrical wire, and work with that.
One thing that might work as cabling for you, is these
https://www.amazon.com/Inch-Aluminum-Crimping-Sleeve-Cable/dp/B071WWDYL9/ref=sr_1_62?keywords=aluminum+cable&qid=1574602088&sr=8-62
Run a piece of wire through them, and theyll make a flexible piece of what looks like aluminum conduit, you can get them as small as 1/8th of an inch each for pennies.
Here's the quick link I use