Alwayslearningelec
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Anyone now why it couls cost more to install a 2" J-hook vs bridle ring? May it cost more but the install should be the same in my opinion.
Bridle Rings vs J-Hooks
- Thread starter Alwayslearningelec
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I see no reason why the labor is any different although some J hooks have "latches" that need to be closed after the cable is installed.
More operations to install the J hook if going in wood. Locate and drill holes (optional depending on fasteners and material) using hook as template, retreive first screw, hold hook up while driving first screw, retrieve and drive 2nd screw.
Bridal ring = drill hole anywhere close to where the ring is supposed to go. You can be holding the drill in one hand and holding the ring in another. Once you have a hole twist the ring in and you're done.
Bridal ring = drill hole anywhere close to where the ring is supposed to go. You can be holding the drill in one hand and holding the ring in another. Once you have a hole twist the ring in and you're done.
electrofelon
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Bridal rings can get VERY expensive
mtnelect
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I think you are coming very close to replacing Gadfly or Hal on this forum.Bridal rings can get VERY expensive
I need to learn to spell.Bridal rings can get VERY expensive
electrofelon
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It's ok, I remember once on this forum using "yolk" instead of "yoke".
I have seen "chord" here.....way worse than yolk or bridal
Jpflex
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How or what are these hooks used for?
Supporting low voltage cable, MC, and romex?, for example as it runs along the roof above a drop ceiling, in warehouses, and other places where appearance doesn't really matter.
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PaulMmn
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I think for most cables a bridle ring provides enough support -- especially for a group of cables heading in the same direction. Plus, the ring is self-closing!
I will admit that as a bridle ring approaches maximum capacity, it takes a little *fnip* to get it in the ring, and this might stress a lesser cable.
I will admit that as a bridle ring approaches maximum capacity, it takes a little *fnip* to get it in the ring, and this might stress a lesser cable.
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