How to Select and Use Turnbuckles

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Turnbuckles: e-rigging.com/turnbuckles
Turnbuckles are used to take up slack and apply tension in a rigging assembly. In this video, we will explain how to select and use the turnbuckle needed for your next project. We discuss key points to know when selecting a turnbuckle, different end fittings, duty grades, coating types, and how to install a turnbuckle. Visit our website E-Rigging.com for more information.

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0:16 Purpose of Turnbuckles
0:36 Key Points
0:45 Key Points: Thread Diameter
0:57 Key Points: Take Up
1:20 Key Points: Tensioning
1:34 Key Points: Working Load Limit
2:12 End Fittings
2:23 Eye End Fittings
2:37 Jaw End Fittings
3:00 Hook End Fittings
3:28 Toggle Jaw End Fittings
3:44 Cable Railing Turnbuckles
4:01 Duty Grades
4:10 Formed and Welded Turnbuckles
4:18 Drop Forged Turnbuckles
4:34 Coating Types
4:40 Stainless Steel Turnbuckles
5:03 Hot Dipped Galvanized Turnbuckles
5:25 Installing a Turnbuckle

The products used in this video can be found below:
Turnbuckles: e-rigging.com/turnbuckles
Shackles: e-rigging.com/shackles
Eye Bolts: e-rigging.com/eye-bolts-eye-nuts-and-eye-screws
Cable Railing Turnbuckles: e-rigging.com/cable-railings