DW3 ToughWire Loop End
Instruction Manual
DW3 Tough Wire Loop End
WIRE ROPE MATERIAL
- Galvanized steel
SIZE RANGE (WIRE ROPE)
- DW1 = Green
- DW2 = Grey
- DW3 = black
SUITABLE BASE MATERIALS
- steel
- Wood
- Concrete
CODE LISTED
ICC-eS eSr-1786
GENERAL INFORMATION
LOOP END
Wire attachment
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
The Loop End Wire Attachment interfaces with DW1, DW2, and DW3 TOUGHWIrE Wire Locking
Devices (sold separately). This attachment allows TOUGH Wire to be wrapped around purlins, beams, and other anchor points. This Loop End Wire Attachment then passes back through the loop creating a choke-knot suspension point. The suspension can be used by HVAC, sheet metal, electrical, and plumbing/pipe applications to complete a variety of building services.
GENERAL APPLICATIONS AND USES
- HVAC duct
- Electrical and mechanical systems
- Plumbing & piping supports
- signage and displays
- Luminaires and lighting systems
FEATURE AND BENEFITS
+ Multiple Cable sizes – Available in three wire rope diameters (DW1, DW2, DW3).
+ Inclusive sizing – Complete a variety of applications with drop lengths ranging from 6 ft. to 35 ft.
+ Clear Identifiers – Outer packaging sticker colors to ensure the correct device is paired with the correct attachment (DW1 = Green, DW2 = Grey, DW3 = black).
+ Ease-Of-Use – Help prevent entanglements with individually wrapped products.
+ seamless Installation – Allows attachment to stay coiled and suspended to avoid contact with users on the jobsite.
+ strong Wire – Complete intended applications with a strong galvanized steel 7×7 braided wire construction.
+ streamlined Design – Help deliver customer satisfaction with a sleek look for exposed ceiling aesthetics.
APPROVALS AND LISTINGS
- International Code Council, Evaluation service (ICC-Es), PMG-1786, Hangers for Pipe, Duct and Conduit support
- Code compliant with the 2024, 2021, 2018 and 2015 IMC, IPC, IrC, UMC and UPC
- Tested in accordance with ICC-Es LC1041 for supports and hangers for pipe, ducts and conduit
- Underwriters Laboratories (UL Listed) – File No. E542601 under UL1598
- Tested and verified to be an acceptable alternative to the duct hanger systems prescribed in the sACN HVAC Duct Construction standards (HVAC-DCs), 4th Edition, Chapter 5, Tables 5-1, 5-1M and 5-2
GUIDE SPECIFICATIONS
3 05 29 – Hangers and supports for HVAC Piping and Equipment and 22 05 29 – Hangers and supports for Plumbing Piping and Equipment. Hangers shall be TOUGHWIrE system as supplied by DEWALT, Towson, MD. Hangers shall be installed in accordance with published instructions and the Authority Having Jurisdiction.
MATERIAL SPECIFICATIONS
Loop End
| Wire Attachment Component | Component Material |
| Wire Rope | Galvanized steel wire rope according to BS EN 12385 |
| Ferrule | Aluminum |
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
For Installation with Loop End Wire Attachment
Step 1
Pass the wire rope over the structure or the chosen attachment point.
Step 2
Pass the end of the wire rope through the loop. 
Step 3
Pull tight creating a choke knot around the attachment point.
For Installation use with DEWALT® D-CLIP
Step 1
Pass the Loop End Wire Attachment through the opening of the D-Clip.
Note: Must follow safety instructions for tools.
Step 2
Install an appropriate sized anchor through the D-Clip into the base material.
Note: The two sides of the D-Clip should be compressed together when the anchor is fully installed.
Note: refer to specific Anchor Installation Instructions
PERFORMANCE DATA
TOUGHWIRE™ Wire Rope Specifications
| Wire Rope Specification | TOUGHWIRE™ Size | ||
| DW1 | DW2 | DW3 | |
| Diameter | 3/64″ (1.2 mm) | 5/64″ (2.1 mm) | 1/8″ (3.2 mm) |
| Strand Configuration | 7×7 | 7×7 | 7×7 |
| Minimum Breaking Load | 160 lbs. (0.7 kN) |
500 lbs. (2.2 kN) |
1200 lbs. (5.3 kN) |
| Max. Safe Working Load | 40 lbs. (0.2 kN) |
125 lbs. (0.6 kN) |
300 lbs. (1.3 kN) |
Maximum Safe Working Loads of TOUGHWIRE™ Loop End Wire Attachment1,2,3
| TOUGHWIRE™ Size | Safe Working Load lbs. (kN) |
| DW1 | 40 (0.2) |
| DW2 | 125 (0.6) |
| DW3 | 300 (1.3) |
| 1. Tabulated safe working loads are based on a safety factor of 4.0 2. Tabulated safe working loads are for vertical loads. For angled suspensions, the safe working load must be reduced. 3. Refer to the associated Toughwire device tech pages for guidance on angled suspensions. |
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CONDITIONS OF USE
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| TOUGH Wire™ system devices require theuse of TOUGH Wire™ wire rope. | remove any frayed TOUGH Wire™ wire rope prior to inserting into the devices. |
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| Do not use TOUGH Wire™ for lifting or jacking. | Do not walk or stand on services suspended with TOUGH Wire™. |
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| Not for use with dynamic or shock loading. Use to support static loads only. | Do not use in corrosive environments, e.g., chlorinated environments. |
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| For use in dry, interior locations only. | Do not apply lubricant to any part of the TOUGH Wire™ assembly. |
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| Do not paint TOUGH Wire™ wire rope or TOUGH Wire™ devices prior to installation. | Avoid contact with sharp corners or edges that may damage TOUGH Wire™ wire rope. |
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| Do not use TOUGH Wire™ wire rope that is frayed kinked, or damaged. It is recommended to replace TOUGH Wire™ wire rope in service that has been worn or damaged. |
ALWAYs wear safety glasses when working with TOUGH Wire™ . |
ALWAYs wear safety gloves when working with TOUGH Wire™.
ORDERING INFORMATION
TOUGHWIRE Loop End
| Cat. No. | TOUGHWIRE™ Size | TOUGHWIRE™ Cable Length (ft) |
Pack Qty. | Carton Qty. |
| DTW0106LE | DW1 | 6 | 75 | 300 |
| DTW0112LE | DW1 | 12 | 50 | 200 |
| DTW0120LE | DW1 | 20 | 25 | 100 |
| DTW0206LE | DW2 | 6 | 25 | 100 |
| DTW0212LE | DW2 | 12 | 25 | 100 |
| DTW0220LE | DW2 | 20 | 25 | 100 |
| DTW0235LE | DW2 | 35 | 25 | 100 |
| DTW0306LE | DW3 | 6 | 25 | 100 |
| DTW0312LE | DW3 | 12 | 25 | 100 |
| DTW0320LE | DW3 | 20 | 10 | 40 |
| DTW0335LE | DW3 | 35 | 10 | 20 |
TOUGHWIRE™ D-Clip
| Cat. No. | Description | Nominal Hole Diameter (in.) | Pack Qty. | Carton Qty. |
| DTWDCLIP025 | D-Clip for 1/4″ Anchor/Fastener | 5/16″ | 50 | 300 |
| DTWDCLIP044 | D-Clip for 3/8″ Anchor/Fastener | 1/2″ | 50 | 300 |
TOUGHLOCK™ Wire Locking Device
| Cat. No. | TOUGHWIRE™ Size | Pack Qty. | Carton Qty. |
| DTWTOUGHLOCK01 | DW1 | 100 | 1000 |
| DTWTOUGHLOCK02 | DW2 | 50 | 500 |
| DTWTOUGHLOCK03 | DW3 | 25 | 150 |
STRUTLOCK™ Wire Locking Devices
| Cat. No. | TOUGHWIRE™ Size | Pack Qty. | Carton Qty. |
| DTWSTRUTLOCK02 | DW2 | 15 | 90 |
| DTWSTRUTLOCK03 | DW3 | 10 | 60 |
SQUARELOCK™ Wire Locking Device
| Cat. No. | TOUGHWIRE™ Size | Pack Qty. | Carton Qty. |
| SQUARELOCK™ Device Without EPDM Gasket | |||
| DTWSQLOCK02 | DW2 | 50 | 300 |
| DTWSQLOCK03 | DW3 | 20 | 120 |
| SQUARELOCK™ Device With EPDM Gasket | |||
| DTWSQLOCKP02 | DW2 | 50 | 300 |
| DTWSQLOCKP03 | DW3 | 20 | 120 |
SQUARELOCK™ Wire Locking Device TOUGHWIRE™ Cable Cutter
| Cat. No. | Description | Pack Qty. | Carton Qty. |
| DTWHANDCUTTER | Cutters for DW1, DW2 and DW3 TOUGHWIRE™ Cable | 1 | 10 |
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Documents / Resources
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DEWALT DW3 ToughWire Loop End [pdf] Instruction Manual DW1, DW2, DW3, DW3 ToughWire Loop End, DW3, ToughWire Loop End, Loop End |