WIRELOCK® Cold Socketing Compound
Welcome to SSTC, your top supplier in Saudi Arabia for all wire rope needs. While we offer maintenance products like Wire Cable Lubricant and Steel Wire Rope Lubricant, our premier termination solution is the Cold Socketing Compound. This high-performance WireLock Resin Kit is the industry’s most trusted Spelter Socketing Compound. It ensures maximum safety and unparalleled dependability for all your critical lifting and structural assemblies.
Features of WIRELOCK® Cold Socketing Compound
This product stands apart from all others on the market. The following features demonstrate the proven quality and reliability of the WIRELOCK® Cold Socketing Compound.
- Proven Track Record: This Cold Socketing Compound has a 50+ year history. It originated in UK mines back in 1963.
- Consistent Formula: The product’s formula has never changed. It guarantees constant safety and performance.
- Quality Assured: Manufacturing follows ISO 9001:2015 standards. This WireLock Resin Kit meets ISO 17558 requirements. It also has Type Approval from Lloyd’s, DNV, and ABS.
- Superior Packaging: We use recyclable tin kits. Tins prevent styrene from escaping. This ensures a full 18-month shelf life. This is a superior Spelter Socketing Compound.
- Fast & Reliable Results: The wire rope is ready in one hour after gelling. This Cold Socketing Compound saves valuable project time.
- Full Range Supplier: We also supply essential Wire Cable Lubricant. Proper lubrication is key to rope life.
Technical Specifications of WIRELOCK® Cold Socketing Compound
Understanding the technical details helps you choose the right kit. Here are the specifications for this advanced Spelter Socketing Compound.
- Kit Sizes: We offer various kit sizes for any project.
- Low Viscosity Kits: 100cc and 250cc kits are less viscous. They are perfect for small sockets and ‘hairy’ ropes.
- Standard Kits: 500cc to 8,000cc kits all share the same viscosity.
- High Volume (HV) Kits: Larger kits are more viscous. They handle high curing temperatures. This prevents heat stress cracking. This makes the WIRELOCK® Cold Socketing Compound ideal for big jobs.
- Components: Each WireLock Resin Kit has two components. You receive a resin and a granular compound.
- Related Products: Ask about our high-performance Steel Wire Rope Lubricant.
Applications of WireLock Resin Kit
The WIRELOCK® Cold Socketing Compound is vital for many key industries. Its versatility makes it essential for demanding jobs across Saudi Arabia.
- Mining: Used reliably in mining operations for decades.
- Offshore & Marine: Ideal for offshore platforms and marine rigging. We serve clients in Jeddah and Dammam.
- Structures: Perfect for bridges and large structural cables.
- General Engineering: A top choice for engineering projects in Riyadh. This Spelter Socketing Compound is very versatile.
- Maintenance: Remember to use a Steel Wire Rope Lubricant for ongoing rope care.
How To Use
Using this WIRELOCK® Cold Socketing Compound is simple and straightforward. Follow these steps carefully to ensure a secure and reliable termination every time.
- Always pour the liquid resin onto the granular compound.
- Mix both components vigorously for two minutes.
- The mix will change to a clear green/blue colour.
- It is now ready to pour into the socket.
- Perform a successful scratch test after gelling.
- The rope assembly is serviceable in just one hour.
Warning
This Spelter Socketing Compound can create dust during mixing. This is different from applying a Wire Cable Lubricant. Always avoid inhaling any type of dust. The peroxide dust is not toxic. However, protection is still mandatory.
Precautions
To ensure safe handling, please observe the following precautions. These steps are necessary when working with your WireLock Resin Kit.
- Users must wear a dust mask or fume filter. This is required during the mixing process.
- Always mix the WIRELOCK® Cold Socketing Compound in a well-ventilated area.
- Store your WireLock Resin Kit in a cool, dry place.
- This is not a Wire Cable Lubricant. Do not use it for that purpose.
Frequently Asked Questions
Here are answers to some common questions about our WIRELOCK® Cold Socketing Compound.
- Q: What is WIRELOCK®?
A: It is the original Cold Socketing Compound. It is used for safely terminating wire ropes. - Q: Is WIRELOCK® a lubricant?
A: No. It is a termination resin. For maintenance, you need a Steel Wire Rope Lubricant. - Q: Is this the same as a hot pour spelter socket?
A: No. This WIRELOCK® Cold Socketing Compound is a cold process. It requires no heat. This makes it safer, faster, and more reliable. - Q: Do you ship to all of Saudi Arabia?
A: Yes. We deliver to all locations. This includes Riyadh, Jeddah, Dammam, and other cities across Saudi Arabia.
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