Socketfast Resin Compound

Stronger Wire Rope Assemblies with ESCO^® Socketfast Resin

Independent tests show that ESCO Socketfast resin, when properly applied, provides 100% of rated break strength and maximum resistance to shock and fatigue (test results available on file at ESCO).

ESCO Socketfast resin maximizes fatigue life of wire rope assemblies.

Test results show ESCO Socketfast wire rope assemblies withstand more repeated shock loads due to elasticity at the termination transition points (for direct correlation of results, all tests were conducted on bright wire rope).

ESCO Socketfast resin withstands severe environments

ESCO Socketfast resin is extremely reliable over a wide range of temperatures – from 200°F to -65°F (95°C to -55°C). This resin socketing system is not affected by electrolysis or by immersion in most corrosive fluids.

ESCO Socketfast resin is easy to use anywhere.

All installations, including field installations, are made quickly and efficiently with standard socket and rope preparation. Uniform dispersion of filler throughout the Socketfast resin compound makes Socketfast resin the only socketing system that can be applied horizontally for large sockets. In cramped locations, (ventilate as necessary) the two liquids are easily mixed, then poured into prepared sockets. For elevator installations, follow preparation guideline in ANSI Code A17.1. Rule 212.9e, page 82.

ESCO Socketfast resin reduces installation hazards.

ESCO Socketfast is a convenient two-part liquid system – no dry powders to become airborne and create health hazards, no acid etching, no open flames, no hot melting pots, no handling hazardous molten metal, and no risk of accidental smoke alarm activation.

ESCO Socketfast resin cures quickly to provide full rated break strength.

Using ESCO Socketfast resin, wire rope assemblies develop full catalog break strength after curing for one hour at 70°F (21°C) – or they are ready for service in only 5-10 minutes at 250°F (120°C) using a wraparound electric heater. With either ambient or elevated temperature cures, there is 30% less "bedding in" on initial loading than with zinc or babbitt metal.

ESCO Socketfast resin provides greater protection from high temperature pullouts.

Using standard elevator fittings, this convenient resin socketing system withstands fire 50% longer than babbitt. ESCO Socketfast resin equals or exceeds other performance characteristics of Babbitt and combines superior performance at a material cost of only one-fifth that of babbitt.

Zinc Socket Metal

ESCO supplies Zinc Socket Metal in convenient 50 lb. boxes of approximately 1 lb. briquettes. ESCO Zinc Socket Metal meets ASTM B6-03 Grade – Special High Grade (Z13001). Follow socketing guidelines in the WIRE ROPE SLING USERS MANUAL, published by the Wire Rope Technical Board (WRTB).

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Download the PDF Material Safety Data Sheets Below
Socketfast Catalyst Part Numbers 6001H, 6002H, 6003H
Socketfast Part Number 6002R
Huskey Specialty Lubricants
Materials America/PPB Technologies - Zinc