The Insulator Cradle Carrier utilizes a spiral link stick as a support member for the three hook and clamp assemblies and has a 21/2" Epoxiglas®®- insulated ridgepole. The maximum load is 500 pounds.
Tested per OSHA & ASTM F711
For making insulator changes on lines energized up to and including 500 kV
Also for lowering insulator strings on deadend and swinging-corner construction, and to raise the insulators on long suspension units
Heat-treated aluminum castings, durableEpoxiglas® poles, and steel hardware Aluminum castings are lightweight for easy handling
Deep “trough” design holds insulator string securely
Also prevents accidental dropping of the string as the slotted insulator-retaining plate secures the top insulator of the string
Raise or lower for easier insulator changes with a bail attached to a link stick
Hooks are furnished for installing and removing deadend tool from insulator yokes