Product Overview
Locoloc Copper Oval Swaging Sleeve for 3/16" Wire Rope - MS51844-46 Mil-Spec, Eye and Lap Splice Applications
Condition
Single unit available. Unused NOS. Photos show the specific unit you will receive - bright copper finish, clean dual bores, no tarnish, oxidation, or deformation visible. Approximately 30mm length confirmed by caliper in product photos. Sourced from surplus inventory following a company downsizing.
Ships same business day from Idaho. Packed carefully.
No hassle resolution if there is an issue. Serving customers since 1999.
Product Overview
Loos & Co. Locoloc SL2-6, mil-spec MS51844-46, is a plain copper oval sleeve for splicing 3/16" diameter wire rope or aircraft cable. Crimped over two strands of cable using a compatible hand swager, it forms a permanent eye or lap splice. Copper construction is appropriate for use with galvanized wire rope. Compatible wire rope constructions include 3x7, 7x7, 7x19, and 6x19.
Key Features
- Model: SL2-6 / Military Specification: MS51844-46
- Material: Plain copper - suitable for use with galvanized wire rope
- Compatible cable diameter: 3/16"
- Sleeve profile: Oval duplex (figure-8 bore) for two-strand compression splicing
- Compatible wire rope constructions: 3x7, 7x7, 7x19, 6x19
- Approximate length: 30mm (confirmed by caliper in product photos)
- Requires a compatible hand swager (Locoloc or Nicopress type) with correct dies for SL2-6
- Manufacturer: Loos & Co. (Locoloc brand)
Applications
- Eye splice and lap splice terminations on 3/16" wire rope or aircraft cable
- Marine rigging, mooring lines, and standing rigging on sailboats and small craft
- Guy wire and antenna mast support rigging
- Construction and industrial lifting and suspension systems
- DIY cable railing systems and tensioned wire fence panels
- Makers and hobbyists building cable-tensioned structures, sculpture armatures, or custom rigging for stage and display work
Frequently Asked Questions
What swaging tool do I need to use this sleeve?
A Locoloc hand swager or Nicopress-type hand squeezer with dies sized for the SL2-6 sleeve is required. Using the wrong die size or an uncalibrated tool can reduce splice strength. Confirm die compatibility before swaging.
Can I use this sleeve with stainless steel wire rope?
Plain copper is recommended for galvanized wire rope. For stainless steel cable, tin-coated sleeves are the better match. Using copper with stainless steel is not the preferred pairing for corrosion resistance.
Is this sleeve compatible with synthetic or nylon rope?
No. This sleeve is designed for metallic wire rope and aircraft cable only. It is not compatible with synthetic, fiber, or nylon rope.
Does this listing include a swaging tool or additional sleeves?
This listing is for a single copper oval sleeve only. No swaging tool or additional sleeves are included.
Copper stays honest - it shows you exactly what it is, and so does this sleeve. Clean bores, no surprises, ready for the crimp. Your rigging project just got one good part closer to done.
