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Wire staples are used to attach ground wire to wooden poles. All staples and finishes meet or exceed the following standards:
• Federal specifications FF-N-105A, type 111, style 1
• ANSI standards for rolled or slash points
• EEI-NEMA standards for rolled or slash points
(Joint committee effort by the Edison Electric Institute and the National Electrical Manufacturers Association on pole line hardware) |
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Material Features and Benefits:
Pre-Galvanized or Bright Wire
Pre-galvanized 1008 steel is formed into a staple. The steel is protected from corrosion but the surface, due to the handling during manufacturing, is not as rough as hot-dip galvanized.
Hot Dip Galvanized
The formed 1008 steel staple is submerged in a molten bath of zinc deposits, applying 10% to 12% more zinc than electro-zinc. The galvanic coating is excellent for corrosion resistance. Additionally, the coating produces a rough surface that improves holding strength.
Zinc Plated
For applications where corrosion resistance and hold strength are less of a concern but still needed, the formed 1008 steel staple is plated with zinc, resulting in a shiny, smooth surface. The smooth surface protects the steel but does not provide as much hold strength as the galvanized staples.
Copper Clad
Copper clad staples incorporate the base material of 1008 steel with a minimum 6% copper thickness on the wire radius. They are primarily used for copper ground wire applications.
Serrated Staples
Serrated staples are made with small indentations on the radius to increase the holding strength of the staple. Serrated staples can be purchased in copper clad, or hot dip galvanized styles.
For additional serrated styles, contact the Alcoa Conductor Accessories Technical Support Team at 1.800.866.7385.
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