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Pulling

Cable pulling is a process used in electrical and telecommunication installations to route cables through conduits, ducts, or along designated paths. It often requires specialized tools and equipment to ensure safe and efficient installation. Here’s a brief description of cable pulling using dust rods, capstan winches, and pulling ropes:

  1. Dust Rods: Also known as "flexi-rods" or "fish rods," these are flexible, extendable rods that help guide pulling ropes or cables through conduits, especially in tight or hard-to-reach spaces. Dust rods are commonly used for small-scale cable pulling in confined areas like walls, ceilings, or underground ducts. They provide precise control for threading cables through complex pathways.

  2. Capstan Winches: A capstan winch is a mechanical device used for pulling cables over long distances. The winch features a rotating drum (the capstan) around which a pulling rope is wound. As the capstan rotates, it pulls the cable or rope with a controlled, steady force, minimizing the risk of cable damage. Capstan winches are typically powered by an engine and are useful for heavy-duty cable installations, such as pulling large power or telecom cables through underground ducts or across open spaces.

  3. Pulling Ropes: These are durable ropes designed to pull cables through conduits or ducts. They are usually made from materials like polyester or polypropylene, which offer high tensile strength and low stretch. The pulling rope is attached to the cable and then pulled through the conduit using manual labour, a capstan winch, or other pulling equipment. Pulling ropes are chosen based on their strength and compatibility with the weight and length of the cable being installed.

Together, these tools ensure smooth and safe cable installation in various environments, whether over long distances or in confined spaces.

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6mm Duct rod
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6mm x 60m Length Duct Rod on Reel / Cobra from CABLEITUK

CABLEITUK
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Duct Rod (Conduit Rod) 6mm Diameter by 60m Length  High quality glass fibre reinforced helically wound epoxy rod giving good adhesion properties fo...

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6mm x 100m Duct Rod on Reel / Cobra from EPD

EPD
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6mm x 100m Duct Rod on Reel / Cobra from EPD   A range of UK manufactured high quality glass fibre reinforced epoxy rod with a helically wound surf...

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20Ltr Techlube Heavy Duty Cable Lubricant for Power Cables

ORPTECH
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Developed for large power and also heavy telecommunication cables, High cling factor enables it to remain evenly coated on large diameter cables a...

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PCW3000-LI-K Battery | 1000kg Pulling Capstan Winch Kit - Inc Cramer Battery & Charger

Portable Winch
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The PCW3000-LI-K Kit is suppied with 1 x CRAMER 82v 2.5ah Lithium-ion Battery and 1 x CRAMER 82v Fast Charger VERY FIRST BATTERY-POWERED PORTABLE...

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Duct Rod - 6mm Stainless Dee Shackle

CABLEITUK
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Duct Rod  - 6MM STAINLESS HEXAGON DEE SHACKLE (FOR DUCT RODS)  Dee or U shackle for use with duct rod guided tips when a larger pulling eye is requ...

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115V Capstan Winch CW 800 E INCL. Steel Trolley Mounting Rail And Strap
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RUNPOTEC - 115V Capstan Winch CW 800 E Including Steel Trolley Mounting Rail And Strap - Max Pulling Force 800kg

Runpotec
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115V Powered Capstan Winch including Steel Trolley Mounting Rail And Strap Ideally suited for horizontal pulling of one or more cables. Where ...

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9mm 11mm 14mm Duct Rod - Spare Rod Handle Ref: 102-14-3

CABLEITUK
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Duct Rod  - Spare Rod Handle Ref: 102-14-3 Spare Rod Handle - Used or range of 9 / 11 / 14 mm duct rods These are supplied as standard with each ro...

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RUNPOTEC - 10mm Diameter Pulling Rope Polyester with Reel

Runpotec
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RUNPOTEC polyester pulling ropes are optimally suited for horizontal cable pulling with the RUNPOTEC CW 800 E capstan winch. RUNPOTEC recommends u...

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14mm Pulling Rope - (PE 6,350kgs) (SGE 5,715kgs) Polyester Double Braid White with Blue Fleck

Orptech
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14mm DOUBLE BRAID PULLING ROPE Supplied with Plain end or Spliced Galv Eye Double Braid Polyester ropes are synonymous with excellent resistance t...

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6mm x 80m Duct Rod on Reel / Cobra from EPD

EPD
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6mm x 80m Duct Rod on Reel / Cobra from EPD   A range of UK manufactured high quality glass fibre reinforced epoxy rod with a helically wound surfa...

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4mm x 100m Duct Rod on Reel / Cobra from EPD

EPD
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4mm x 100m Duct Rod on Reel / Cobra from EPD   A range of UK manufactured high quality glass fibre reinforced epoxy rod with a helically wound surf...

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11mm x 250m Duct Rod on Reel / Cobra from EPD

EPD
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11mm x 250m Duct Rod on Reel / Cobra from EDP   A range of UK manufactured high quality glass fibre reinforced epoxy rod with a helically wound sur...

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11mm Duct Rod on Reel / Cobra Ref: 102.4.1. & 102.4.3
11mm Duct Rod on Reel / Cobra Ref: 102.4.1. & 102.4.3
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11mm x 200m Duct Rod on Reel / Cobra from CABLEITUK

CABLEITUK
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11mm x 200m Duct Rod on Reel / Cobra Duct Rod (Conduit Rod)   200m Ref: 102-4-3 High quality glass fibre reinforced helically wound epoxy rod givi...

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PCW3000 Petrol | 700kg Pulling Capstan Winch

Portable Winch
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PCW3000 Petrol Pulling Winch 700kg Ref: 167-2-1 This winch is powered by Honda’s 4-stroke GX-35cc engine. In addition to being extremely popular ...

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Electric 230v | 2500kg Pulling Capstan Cable Pulling Winch

CABLEITUK
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Electric Cable Puller Winch  The Cable Puller provides the perfect solution to installing long or heavy lengths of cable in difficult locations. It...

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CRAMER 82v 2.5ah to 8.0ah Lithium-ion Battery for Portable Winch

Portable Winch
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Portable winch Battery Accessories for PCW3000-Li Portable Capstan Winch CRAMER 82V 2.5Ah Professional Battery w. Bluetooth The Cramer 82V180 is a...

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Cable Duct Polypropylene Mandrels

CABLEITUK
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Cable Duct Polypropylene Mandrels Used to prove there are no restrictions within the duct.Approximately 240mm long fitted with a threaded rod and p...

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RUNPOTEC - RUNPOSTICKS COMFORT (19 Parts)

Runpotec
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The new basalt technology allows extreme bending radii, however, the rods retain high dimensional stability. All connections have a RUNPOTEC RTG Ø ...

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6mm x 60m Duct Rod on Reel / Cobra from EPD

EPD
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6mm x 60m Duct Rod on Reel / Cobra from EPD   A range of UK manufactured high quality glass fibre reinforced epoxy rod with a helically wound surfa...

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6mm Duct rod
6mm Duct rod
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6mm x 100m Length Duct Rod on Reel / Cobra from CABLEITUK

CABLEITUK
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Duct Rod (Conduit Rod) 6mm Diameter x 100m Length Cobra Reel  High quality glass fibre reinforced helically wound epoxy rod giving good adhesion pr...

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11mm x 150m Duct Rod on Reel / Cobra from EPD

EPD
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11mm x 150m Duct Rod on Reel / Cobra from EDP   A range of UK manufactured high quality glass fibre reinforced epoxy rod with a helically wound sur...

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10m Push / Pull Rod Set from CABLEITUK

CABLEITUK
78 in stock

Ref: 122-1-5 Glass reinforced polyester rods set for gaining access to wire & cables under floorboards in ceiling ducts trunking & wall ca...

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RUNPOTEC - 230v Capstan Winch CW 800 E Including Steel Trolley Mounting Rail And Strap - Max Pulling Force 800kg

Runpotec
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Ideally suited for horizontal pulling of one or more cables. Where several persons are needed for higher pulling loads on many sites, one pers...

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RUNPOTEC - PROFI-SET Fiberglass rod with wheeled cage incl. double-outlet system 80m Ø 4.5mm 7 piece accessory kit

Runpotec
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Professional set fibreglass rod Ø 4.5 mm - RUNPOTEC RTG Ø 6 mm thread with robust steel reel Ø 330 mm (galvanised/powder coated) with new double ru...

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