The Machining & Welding 1/4 IN Wire Rope Ferrule is a swage ferrule sized for 1/4 inch wire rope, built from stainless steel.

Swage ferrules are a common way to terminate wire rope ends quickly and consistently, provided the correct tooling and technique are used during the swage.

The ferrule is manufactured to precise dimensions so the swage compresses evenly around the wire rope, distributing load across the full sleeve length.

A properly swaged ferrule can achieve close to the full breaking strength of the wire rope, which loose clips generally cannot match.

This type of lifting equipment is common in facilities that move machinery, structural steel, crates, or bulky components as part of daily operations. Rather than treating each lift as a one-off problem, a dedicated piece of equipment turns it into a routine, repeatable task that any trained operator can complete quickly and safely.

Before putting any lifting equipment into service, verify it matches your hoist or crane setup and confirm the rated capacity covers your heaviest expected load with margin to spare. Routine inspection of welds, pins, and connection hardware helps catch wear before it becomes a safety issue. Keep a simple inspection log if your facility does not already have one, since tracking wear over time makes it easier to plan replacement before a part actually fails in use.

Rigging hardware like this sees repeated use, so look for equipment that is properly rated, clearly marked, and traceable to a manufacturer that stands behind its specifications. Keeping documentation on hand for each piece of equipment also makes routine inspections and any future certification requirements easier to manage.

Details on capacity, dimensions, and hardware are listed below for a quick comparison against your requirements.

Order the Machining & Welding 1/4 IN Wire Rope Ferrule sized to match your wire rope diameter and material.

Product Info:
•  Wire Rope Diameter: 1/4 in
•  Ferrule Outer Diameter: 0.75 in
•  Ferrule Length: 1.25 in
•  Material: Stainless steel
•  Shipping Weight: 0.15 lbs