{"product_id":"klein-tools-1656-50","title":"KLEIN TOOLS Chicagoå¨ Grip for Bare Wire .7 to .8-Inch - 1656-50","description":"\u003ch2\u003eKLEIN TOOLS Chicagoå¨ Grip for Bare Wire .7 to .8-Inch - 1656-50\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eWhat our Experts Think\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"98\" data-end=\"322\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"100\" data-end=\"322\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"100\" data-end=\"134\"\u003eOptimized for bare conductors:\u003c\/strong\u003e Round \u003cstrong data-start=\"141\" data-end=\"163\"\u003esmooth inside jaws\u003c\/strong\u003e maximize contact with \u003cstrong data-start=\"186\" data-end=\"231\"\u003eACSR, aluminum and stranded‑copper cables\u003c\/strong\u003e while minimizing deformation and conductor damage. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"323\" data-end=\"504\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"325\" data-end=\"504\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"325\" data-end=\"346\"\u003eHigh performance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rated for \u003cstrong data-start=\"357\" data-end=\"385\"\u003eup to 8,000 lb safe load\u003c\/strong\u003e, giving professionals the strength needed for medium‑ to large‑diameter pulls. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"505\" data-end=\"706\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"507\" data-end=\"706\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"507\" data-end=\"542\"\u003eStrong grip with less slippage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Smooth jaw design enhances contact and helps reduce slippage during tough pulls — ideal for overhead and installation work. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"707\" data-end=\"888\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"709\" data-end=\"888\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"709\" data-end=\"735\"\u003eDurable build quality:\u003c\/strong\u003e Custom \u003cstrong data-start=\"743\" data-end=\"778\"\u003edrop‑forged, heat‑treated steel\u003c\/strong\u003e construction ensures rugged jobsite resilience and long service life. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"889\" data-end=\"1067\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"891\" data-end=\"1067\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"891\" data-end=\"917\"\u003ePro handling features:\u003c\/strong\u003e Includes a \u003cstrong data-start=\"929\" data-end=\"947\"\u003elocking handle\u003c\/strong\u003e for ease of placement and control, designed for convenient use with hot sticks. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1068\" data-end=\"1203\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1070\" data-end=\"1203\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1070\" data-end=\"1090\"\u003eMade in the USA:\u003c\/strong\u003e Appeals to buyers valuing domestic manufacturing and trusted tool quality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003eQ\u0026amp;A\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"216\" data-end=\"459\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"216\" data-end=\"299\"\u003eQ: What is the KLEIN TOOLS Chicago Grip for Bare Wire .7 to .8‑Inch (1656‑50)?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"299\" data-end=\"302\"\u003eA: A heavy‑duty \u003cstrong data-start=\"318\" data-end=\"355\"\u003eChicago style cable pulling grip\u003c\/strong\u003e designed for bare ACSR, aluminum, and stranded‑copper conductors. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"461\" data-end=\"617\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"461\" data-end=\"497\"\u003eQ: What cable sizes does it fit?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"497\" data-end=\"500\"\u003eA: Fits bare conductors with diameters from \u003cstrong data-start=\"544\" data-end=\"578\"\u003e0.74″ to 0.86″ 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data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"970\" data-end=\"1192\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"970\" data-end=\"1023\"\u003eQ: What quality and build features does it offer?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1023\" data-end=\"1026\"\u003eA: Made of \u003cstrong data-start=\"1037\" data-end=\"1072\"\u003edrop‑forged, heat‑treated steel\u003c\/strong\u003e with a \u003cstrong data-start=\"1080\" data-end=\"1098\"\u003elocking handle\u003c\/strong\u003e, each unit is hand‑inspected and tested for durability. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1194\" data-end=\"1405\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1194\" data-end=\"1228\"\u003eQ: Any important safety notes?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1228\" data-end=\"1231\"\u003eA: Inspect jaw area before use, do not exceed rated capacity, and use this grip for \u003cstrong data-start=\"1315\" 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