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Barry D.E.W. Line® Dielectric HD Rope Link
Insulating rope tool which may serve as a replacement for FRP strain link sticks during temporary installations in energized fields and high voltage systems (AC or DC).
Highlights
- Unique insulating properties
- Cleanable and easy to maintain and test
- Exceptionally low leakage current, whether dry or wet
- Protection from high fault current
- High strength
- Low elongation
Product Code: HL-NK38000
Product link: https://www.barry.ca/rope-systems/dielectric-rope-and-net/hl-nk38000
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Barry D.E.W. Line® Dielectric HD Rope Link
Specifications
Specifications and resources:
Product name: Barry D.E.W. Line® Dielectric HD Rope Link
Product code: HL-NK38000
Product type: Dielectric Rope and Net
Manufacturer: Barry Cordage
Product link: https://www.barry.ca/rope-systems/dielectric-rope-and-net/hl-nk38000
Technical Data Sheets: https://www.barry.ca/hubfs/info/ft-hl-nk38000-en.pdf
Instructions Manuals: https://www.barry.ca/publications/instructions-manual-barry-dew-line-insulating-rope-equipment
Insulating rope tool which may serve as a replacement for FRP strain link sticks during temporary installations in energized fields and high voltage systems (AC or DC).

Meets or exceeds the dry or wet electrical requirements of :
- IEC 62192:2009
- ASTM F1701-12
Arc-Flash rated
- Resistant to 40 cal/cm2 (category 4)
Features
- Unique insulating properties
- Cleanable and easy to maintain and test
- Exceptionally low leakage current, whether dry or wet
- Protection from high fault current
- High strength
- Low elongation
- Lightweight and low volume
- Fully sealed and hydrophobic
- Smooth surface
- High abrasion resistance
- Easy to deploy
- Excellent resistance to UV
- Sealed termination at each end, with choice of closed or open spelter sockets
- Comes with transport bag
Specifications
- Working Load Limit: 15 000 lb (6 804 kg)
- Diameter: 1-1/4” (32 mm)
- Terminations: Closed or open spelter sockets
- Colour: Black
- Weight: 35 lb (15.9 kg) for 15’ length w/ closed spelters 50 lb (22.7 kg) for 15’ length w/ open spelters
- Standard Lengths: 10’ (3.0 m), 15’ (4.6 m), 20’ (6.1 m) (Other lengths available upon request)
# HL-NK38000C: Closed spelter socket both ends
# HL-NK38000O: Open spelter socket both ends
# HL-NK38000X: Closed spelter socket/open spelter socket
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