Product Description
Reliable power connections depend on more than the connector itself. How cables are laid, handled, and maintained matters just as much. The PLS-SG21 Cable Protection Grip gives the crew a dedicated place to apply force at the cable end, so cables are lifted and moved by the grip's loop handle instead of by pulling on the connector body.
PLS-SG21 fits cables with an outside diameter of 18 to 21 mm. Grips for 21 to 30 mm and 31 to 40 mm cables are also available.
Key Features
- Loop handle gives the operator a proper place to lift and pull from the cable end
- Keeps pulling force off the connector body, helping to reduce damage at the connection
- Mesh sleeve slides over the cable end and stretches closed around the cable jacket
- Sized to the cable's outside diameter: 18 to 21 mm, with 21 to 30 mm and 31 to 40 mm grips available
- A practical companion for cable routing, handling, and protection on temporary power runs
Sizing and Selection
Choose the grip by the cable's actual outside diameter. For model numbers of the other sizes, contact the KUPO team.
| Model or size | Cable outside diameter |
|---|---|
| PLS-SG21 | 18 to 21 mm |
| Optional size | 21 to 30 mm |
| Optional size | 31 to 40 mm |
Handling and Protection
Lift and pull the cable by the grip's loop handle at the cable end, never by gripping the connector. Correct installation, a matching grip size, the operating environment, and regular maintenance all affect the long-term reliability of the whole connection.
Switch off the power before separating connectors, and unlock and separate them as the connector's own instructions describe.
Applications
- Concert touring and live event production
- Film, television, and studio power distribution
- Rental and staging cable inventories
- Temporary and industrial power cable runs
Frequently Asked Questions
What cable diameter does PLS-SG21 fit?
PLS-SG21 fits cables with an outside diameter of 18 to 21 mm. Measure the actual cable before ordering.
Are other sizes available?
Yes. Grips for cables of 21 to 30 mm and 31 to 40 mm outside diameter are also available. Contact KUPO to confirm the model number and supply details for other sizes.
Should I size the grip by cable outside diameter or by conductor cross-section?
Size it by the cable's outside diameter, meaning the overall diameter including insulation and outer jacket. Conductor cross-section (mm² or AWG) cannot be used in its place.
Why not just pull the cable by the connector?
Pulling on the connector concentrates the force at the connection point and can damage the connector. The grip's loop handle lets the operator apply force at the cable end instead.
Can I use the grip to pull apart connectors that are mated?
No. The grip is for cable handling and protection. Before separating connectors, switch off the power and unlock and separate them as the connector's own instructions describe. Pulling on the grip is not a substitute for unlocking.
What information should I provide when asking about sizing?
Send the actual outside diameter of the cable, photos of the cable and connector, and a short description of the operating environment and how the cable is handled, so the KUPO team can confirm the right size.