Steel Rope Shank Ball for 6mm Gym Cable Size 18.5 x Φ12.5od - Φ7.5id Strength System

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Crimpable Ball Shank (Cable Ball Stop) – Home Gym Cable End

The crimpable ball shank is a precision cable termination used in gym equipment to create a fixed stop point. Designed to be permanently swaged onto steel wire rope, it ensures proper cable travel, smooth operation, and reliable engagement with weight stacks and pulley systems.

🔩 Key Features

• Permanent Crimp-On Design
  The cable is inserted into the shank and crimped for a secure, non-slip connection.
• Integrated Ball Stop Head
  Rounded ball prevents the cable from pulling through pulleys or brackets and ensures consistent stopping position.
• Smooth Operation
  Ball shape reduces friction and impact when contacting guide plates and components.
• Heavy-Duty Steel Construction
  Built to withstand repeated load cycles in home and commercial gym systems.

🏋️ Applications

• Weight stack cable terminations
• Functional trainers and pulley machines
• Cable rebuilds and replacements
• Creating precise stop points for controlled movement

Cable ball stops are commonly used to limit cable travel and prevent pull-through in pulley systems, ensuring smooth and uninterrupted operation .

📐 Specifications

• Type: Crimpable ball shank / cable ball stop
• Material: Steel (zinc plated or stainless options)
• Installation: Swaged/crimped using a cable tool
• Cable Compatibility: Typically 4mm, 5mm, 6mm gym cable
• Design: Spherical head with hollow shank

🛠️ How to Use

1. Insert Cable
   Feed the cable fully into the shank opening.
2. Position Stop
   Set correct cable length and stop location.
3. Crimp Securely
   Use a swaging tool to compress the shank onto the cable.
4. Test Under Load
   Apply tension to confirm a secure, slip-free hold.