Klein USA 1656-30H Chicago® Grip with Latch 0.53-Inch Capacity

HIGHLIGHTS:

The Klein USA 1656-30H Chicago® Grip with Latch 0.53-Inch Capacity is a professional-grade hot-line wire pulling grip engineered for utility linemen working on bare and insulated conductors. Featuring a hot-line latch, this grip can be safely installed onto conductors using a hot-line stick. Once the stick is removed, the latch automatically closes to help prevent accidental disengagement from the cable during operation.

Designed with a round, smooth inside jaw contour, the 1656-30H delivers maximum contact with copper, ACSR, and AAC conductors, reducing conductor deformation while maintaining a secure grip. The three-position hot-line latch allows balance adjustment to better match the direction of cable sag, providing greater stability during pulling operations.

Manufactured in the USA from custom drop-forged, heat-treated steel, every Klein Chicago® Grip is individually hand inspected, actuated for proper operation, and rigorously tested to its rated load for dependable field performance. The locking handle ensures secure positioning while the grip is installed on the conductor.

FEATURES:

• Hot-Line Latch Design allows placement onto energized conductors using a hot-line stick
• Automatic Latch Closure helps prevent accidental grip disengagement after installation
• Three-Position Hot-Line Latch adjusts grip balance to better accommodate cable sag
• Round Smooth Jaw Contour provides maximum conductor contact while minimizing cable deformation
• Designed for Bare Conductors including Copper, ACSR, and AAC cables
• Locking Handle securely holds the jaws open during installation
• Custom Drop-Forged, Heat-Treated Steel construction delivers exceptional durability
• Maximum Safe Working Load of 4,500 lb (2,041 kg)
• Made in USA
• Individually Inspected and Load Tested to ensure reliable field performance

Ideal for electrical utility professionals, transmission crews, and linemen requiring a durable, secure, and dependable hot-line grip for pulling bare conductors while minimizing conductor damage.