The Machining & Welding 1/4 IN Wire Rope Thr Stud is a threaded terminal fitting sized for 1/4 inch wire rope, swaged onto a 1.5 inch stud with 1/2 inch fine thread and a left-hand thread direction.

Threaded studs like this terminate a wire rope end with a machine thread instead of a hook or eye, letting you thread the assembly directly into a fitting, turnbuckle, or clevis.

Manufactured to consistent tolerances, the fitting swages onto the wire rope with a rated holding strength that matches the rope it is paired with.

Choosing left-hand or right-hand thread correctly prevents an assembly from backing itself loose in service, which is why this detail is called out specifically.

Equipment like this shows up across a wide range of industries, from steel fabrication and machine shops to warehousing, construction, and vehicle service centers. Anywhere crews need to move a load overhead in a controlled, repeatable way, a purpose-built lift beam or crane keeps the job safer and faster than improvised rigging. Once a facility standardizes on the right lifting equipment for its typical loads, operators spend less time rigging and more time actually getting work done.

Good lifting practice starts before the load ever leaves the ground: confirm the working load limit fits the job, check that all hardware is in good condition, and keep the load centered to avoid uneven strain on the rigging. These habits matter as much as the equipment itself, and they cost nothing beyond a few extra minutes of attention before each pick, which is a fair trade for a safer shop floor.

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.

The specifications below cover everything you need to check compatibility with your equipment.

Order the Machining & Welding 1/4 IN Wire Rope Thr Stud sized to match your wire rope and mating hardware.

Product Info:
•  Wire Rope Diameter: 1/4 in
•  Stud Length: 1.5 in
•  Thread Size: 1/2 in
•  Thread Pitch: Fine
•  Thread Hand: Left-hand
•  Material: Stainless steel
•  Shipping Weight: 0.21 lbs