IMO C870 is a mechanical rope switch accessory thimble designed to reinforce and protect termination loops in industrial safety rope-pull systems.
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The IMO C870 is a purpose-designed rope switch accessory thimble used to form and reinforce a secure termination loop in the operating rope of industrial safety rope-pull switch systems. Also identified within the current IMO accessory range as AC-C870, it helps protect the rope from excessive bending, crushing and localised wear at its connection point.
Correct rope termination is essential for the reliable operation of conveyor safety and emergency-stop systems. The C870 supports the rope around a controlled loop, helping maintain its shape while distributing the load more evenly where it connects to a switch, tensioning component or anchorage point.
Designed for use alongside compatible IMO safety rope switches and installation accessories, this compact mechanical component is suitable for new installations, maintenance work and replacement projects. It is normally secured within the rope loop using a compatible rope clamp, creating a stable and durable termination for the safety pull-wire system.
Industrial rope-pull switches provide emergency-stop access along conveyors, production lines and other extended machinery. Pulling or disturbing the tensioned rope operates the connected safety switch, allowing hazardous equipment to be stopped from multiple positions along the protected area.
The IMO C870 thimble is installed inside a loop at the rope termination point. By supporting the rope around a curved profile, it helps avoid the sharp bend that could otherwise cause premature wear or weakening. A compatible clamp should be used to secure the rope around the thimble in accordance with the rope-switch installation requirements.
| HS Code | 8536909500 |
|---|---|
| Country of Manufacture | Italy |
| Manufacturer | IMO Precision Controls |
| Model | C870 |
| Current IMO reference | AC-C870 |
| Product type | Rope switch accessory |
| Accessory type | Rope thimble |
| Function | Reinforcement of a rope termination loop |
| Installation | Fitted inside a loop formed at the end of the operating rope |
| Compatible system | Industrial rope-pull switch installations |
| Operation | Mechanical |
| Electrical supply | Not required |
The IMO C870 is a rope thimble used to form and reinforce a termination loop in the operating rope of an industrial safety rope-pull switch system.
No. The C870 is a mechanical installation accessory for a rope-pull switch system and does not contain electrical contacts or require a power supply.
A thimble supports the inside of the rope loop, helping preserve its shape and reduce the wear, crushing and sharp bending that can occur at an attachment point.
Yes. A compatible rope clamp is normally used to secure the operating rope around the thimble and retain the completed termination loop.
It is typically fitted at an anchorage, tensioning point or rope-switch connection within conveyor and industrial emergency-stop pull-wire systems.
IMO rope switch accessories help engineers create secure, dependable pull-wire safety installations for conveyors, production machinery and material-handling systems.{ "@context": "https://schema.org/", "@type": "Product", "name": "IMO C870 Rope Switch Accessory Thimble", "sku": "C870", "mpn": "C870", "brand": { "@type": "Brand", "name": "IMO" }, "category": "Rope Switch Accessories", "description": "IMO C870 is a mechanical rope switch accessory thimble designed to reinforce and protect termination loops in industrial safety rope-pull systems.", "additionalProperty": [ { "@type": "PropertyValue", "name": "Accessory type", "value": "Rope thimble" }, { "@type": "PropertyValue", "name": "Function", "value": "Rope termination loop reinforcement" }, { "@type": "PropertyValue", "name": "Current IMO reference", "value": "AC-C870" }, { "@type": "PropertyValue", "name": "Operation", "value": "Mechanical" }, { "@type": "PropertyValue", "name": "Application", "value": "Industrial safety rope-pull systems" } ] } { "@context": "https://schema.org", "@type": "FAQPage", "inLanguage": "en-GB", "mainEntity": [ { "@type": "Question", "name": "What is the IMO C870 used for?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "The IMO C870 is a rope thimble used to form and reinforce a termination loop in the operating rope of an industrial safety rope-pull switch system." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "Is the IMO C870 an electrical safety switch?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "No. The C870 is a mechanical installation accessory for a rope-pull switch system and does not contain electrical contacts or require a power supply." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "Why is a thimble used in a rope termination?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "A thimble supports the inside of the rope loop, helping preserve its shape and reduce the wear, crushing and sharp bending that can occur at an attachment point." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "Does the C870 require a separate rope clamp?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Yes. A compatible rope clamp is normally used to secure the operating rope around the thimble and retain the completed termination loop." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "Where is the IMO C870 typically installed?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "It is typically fitted at an anchorage, tensioning point or rope-switch connection within conveyor and industrial emergency-stop pull-wire systems." } } ] }
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