Preformed Tension Clamp for ADSS OPGW OPPC

The types of preformed tension clamps vary in design, materials and specific applications. Choosing the preformed tension clamp depends on a number of factors like conductor size, tension requirements, environmental conditions and specific installation requirements. The different designs and specifications allow them to be applicable in various applications in the overhead power lines. the following are the common types of preformed tension clamps.

• Dead-end clamps – Dead-end clamps are also used to secure the conductor at the termination points of power lines. they install where the conductor ends or where it is attached to insulators, poles or other supporting structures.
• Suspension clamps – Suspension clamps support the weight of the overhead conductors in transmission and distribution lines. they install at the suspension points along the power line to maintain the desired tension and prevent excessive sagging.
• Mid-span clamps – The clamps provide additional support and tension control at the intermediate points along long spans of power lines. they reduce excessive sagging and ensure the proper tension distribution along the conductor.
• Strain clamps – The strain clamps provide tension and anchor the conductor. They also absorb the mechanical forces generated by the tension in the conductor and maintain its position.
• Guy wire clamps – Guy wire clamps have a design that secures the guy wires used to support power line structures like poles or towers. They provide tension and stability to the guy wires thus ensuring proper alignment and support for the power line infrastructure.
• Armor rod clamps – These are also known as vibration dampers used to reduce the vibration and oscillation of conductors caused by wind or other dynamic forces.