| Part No | 49865 |
|---|---|
| Catalog No | MY-5012-B-Silver |
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.
Shank Ball for 5mm Cable Size 15 x Φ10.5od - Φ6.5id Strength System
Me-Young
Commercial & Home Gym Cable Parts