Definition(s)


Wedged Socket

A termination generally consisting of a tapered socket into which the rope is inserted with separated strands and broomed out yarns and then secured by a tapered wedge-like device set and driven into the center of the yarns.

Source: API RP 2SM Design, Manufacture, Installation, and Maintenance of Synthetic Fiber Ropes for Offshore Mooring, Second Edition, July 2014. Global Standards

Source: API RP 2SM, Design, Manufacture, Installation, and Maintenance of Synthetic Fiber Ropes for Offshore Mooring, First Edition, July 2014Global Standards

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