Designed for use when light, compact grip is desired and where conductor damage is not a factor. Gripping pressure of the knurled jaw is applied to 1/4” (6.35 mm) cable area.
1604-20L and 1625 series have a swing latch to help hold cable in the jaw.

Designed for use when light, compact grip is desired and where conductor damage is not a factor. Gripping pressure of the knurled jaw is applied to 1/4” (6.35 mm) cable area.
1604-20L and 1625 series have a swing latch to help hold cable in the jaw.
| CERTEX Cat. Ref. No. | Klein Cat. No. | Minimum Cable Size – inches (mm) | Maximum Cable Size – inches (mm) | Maximum Safe Load – lbs (kg) | Approx. Weight Each – lbs. (kg) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CX05-0578 | 1625-20 | 1 B&S .28 (7.11) | Wire Rope .75 (19.05) | 8000 (3629) | 3 1/2 (1.59) |
| CX05-0579 | 1625-20 | 7/8 1 B&S .38 (9.65) | Wire Rope .88 (22.35) | 8000 (3629) | 3 1/2 (1.59) |
| CX05-0580 | 1625-20 | 1 1 B&S .50 (12.70) | Wire Rope 1.00 (25.40) | 8000 (3629) | 3 1/2 (1.59) |
OSHA requires that all hand tools and equipment be maintained in good working order and that they be free from damage caused by wear or abuse (OSHA Part 1910, Subpart P, Section 1910.242).
In addition, OSHA Part 1926, Subpart V, Section 1926.955, paragraph 7 (ii) and 8 specifically state that:
“The manufacturer’s load rating shall not be exceeded for stringing lines, pulling line sock connections, and all load-bearing hardware and accessories.
“Conductor grips shall not be used on wire rope unless designed for this application.”
WARNING: Prop 65: Products supplied by CERTEX USA may expose you to chemicals including Nickel, which is known to the State of California to cause cancer. For more information, visit to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
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