Installation Guide Roll-By Method

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s,IST OF REQUIRED INSTALLATION EQUIPMENT
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s)NSTALLING THE MESSENGER
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s ) N S T A L L I N G T H E 3 P A C E R S A N D P O L E H A R D W A R E C O N N E C T I O N S
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s 3 P L I C I N G T H E M E S S E N G E R A N D C A B L E S
s # O N N E C T I N G 4A P S A N D M A K I N G T E R M I N A T I O N S
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Overview
A properly designed and installed Hendrix Spacer Cable System will provide a lifetime of low
maintenance and highly reliable service. It can be installed using techniques familiar to distri-
bution line workers. Specialized installation tools can be purchased or rented from Hendrix.
Installation can be viewed as a 5 step process:
• Pole Framing. Hendrix provides construction drawings for all common pole designs. These
include a list of parts, dimensions, and visual displays of proper construction techniques.
• Pulling and tensioning the messenger. The messenger is pulled with techniques very
similar to bare wire. The key difference is that the messenger is tensioned to higher levels
than bare wire (see table under “installing the messenger”).
• Pulling the conductors. All three phases are pulled simultaneously with equipment
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designed to make the operation efficient. Note that the conductors are not tensioned and
need to be sagged between the spacers.
• Installing the Spacers. Spacers are hung from the messenger to support the cables at
about 30 foot intervals.
• Making taps and other connections. Remember the following rules:
• Ground the messenger at every pole in lightning prone areas, never greater than 500
feet.
• Stagger taps and other areas where the covering has been removed to provide at
least 24 horizontal inches between the opening and another opening or ground
point.
• Put Line Duc over the messenger anywhere the cable covering is stripped
• Whenever the cable covering is removed, the circuit must be protected with lightning
arresters.
In addition to this guide, Hendrix can provide the following installation support upon request:
• Spacer Cable Construction Training Video
• Spacer Cable Construction drawings
• Training services
• Onsite installation advisory services
For a description of the spacer cable components referred to in this guide, refer to the
Hendrix Aerial Catalog.
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List of Required Installation Equipment

The following installation equipment is available for purchase or rental from Hendrix.
Description Catalog # Photo Quantity required
Messenger Trolley TM-S One per job
Messenger Angle PAT-1 One per angle pole

Tensioning Block
Slack Bracket BJ One per tangent pole
Conductor Angle Stringing PAS-1 Three or six per angle

Block pole (see page 8)
Roll-By Stringing Block PBR-3 One for each 30 circuit

feet on the longest
continuous conductor
pull
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Description Catalog # Photo Quantity required
30 foot Tag Line TL-30 One for each Roll-by

Stringing block
(PBR-3)
Underarm Messenger CMC-2 Only required when

Clamp changing sides of the
pole
Cable Stripping Tool Ripley WS-55 One – adjustable or

or Speed sized for the cable
Systems
Model 2900
Aerial Messenger Bucket AMB Used when the line is

not accessible by a
bucket truck
Cold Shrink Splice Cover KM One for each

Kit conductor splice
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The following equipment is also required at the

construction site but is generally available since it 1
is commonly used by utilities for bare wire con-
struction.
•Three reel trailer, crib or jack arrangement

which will accommodate the dimensions of the
Hendrix cable reels being provided for the
project. Braking capability is not necessary
under normal conditions, but is recommended
when pulling a Spacer Cable line under or over
another energized line. 1
• Puller-tensioner with enough rope to pull in the

longest section. See “Installing the Messenger”
and “Installing the Cable” sections of this guide.
• Stringing blocks for pulling the messenger
• Hand Lines: two for each pole
• Swivels for the pulling ropes.
• A three-sheave block or three single-sheave
blocks (sized for covered cables) for use at the
take off pole. 2
• Wire mesh pulling grips for messenger and
covered conductors. Note that the grips go over
the cable covering and are therefore larger than
the grips normally used on bare wire systems. 2
• Parallel jaw pulling grips for tensioning mes-
senger
• ACSR cutters or bolt cutters for cutting messen-
ger wire
• Cable splicing sleeves and crimping tools.
Non-tension (slack span or jumper sleeves) for
compact AAC conductors. Automatics cannot be 3
used for phase conductors since there is not
enough tension to set the jaws.
• Dynamometer for measuring messenger
tension (2500-3000 lbs) 3
• A chain hoist (2 or 3 ton - do not use a 2,000
pound strap hoist)
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Pole Framing
Tangent Poles
(up to 6 degree angles)
a. Bolt the tangent bracket to the pole
(see construction drawings AC1244)
b. Mount a single sheave block below

the tangent bracket with an eye bolt
through the hole in the tangent bracket
a c. Hook the Slack Bracket (BJ) to the

tangent bracket and strap it to the pole
d. String separate hand lines through the

b single sheave block and the BJ Slack
Bracket. Hand lines must be long
enough so they can be reached from the
ground
Do not install the TS-1 stirrup at

this time since it will interfere with
cable installation
d
Refer to the Hendrix Spacer Cable
Construction Drawings for pole
c framing details
If you change the side of the pole

where you locate the BM bracket,
install an under arm messenger clamp
(CMC-2) on the tangent bracket
d
You can often save time on new
construction by installing the
hardware before setting the pole.
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Angle Poles
b
a. Bolt the appropriate Hendrix

Angle Bracket to the pole (see
drawings AC1241, AC1242,
c AC1246 or AC1260).
a
b.Attach the angle tensioning
block (PAT-1) to the pole or
bracket – see note 1 below.
c. Attach Angle Stringing Blocks

d d (PAS-1) to the insulator positions

of the appropriate Hendrix Angle
Bracket – see note 2 below.
d. String separate hand lines

through the angle tensioning block
(PAT-1) and through the angle
stringing block (PAS-1) in the top
position closest to the pole.
1. On angles 60-90 degrees, install hardware to double dead end the messenger (drawing
AC1246). Attach the Angle Tensioning Block between the messenger dead end bolts.
2. Significant angles require using double angle stringing blocks in each insulator position.
KV Line Angle (degrees) Conductor Size

All >60 All
25/35 >45 >336
• Attach Double Insulator Plates (2IP) in each insulator

position. Note these same plates will remain on the
bracket after installation and will be used to mount
the insulators.
• Attach Angle Stringing Blocks to both positions on the
2IP plates.
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Pole Guying
Angle poles over 6 degrees must be guyed. Guys should be

attached at the same elevation as the messenger. On poles
where the messenger is double dead ended, each messenger
should be guyed individually. Please refer to the Hendrix
system design information for the proper guy wire size, angle,
tension, and anchoring requirements.
Mark the anchors at the ground level with paint.

After you have tensioned the messenger, the paint
will help you determine if the anchors have moved.
Pole guying requirements are primarily determined by messenger

angle, span length and tension.
Installing the Messenger:
1. Determine the pull length: The messenger can usually be pulled through the
entire length of the job. Pulls longer than 4-6000 feet may not be practical.
2. Pulling the Messenger:
• Using hand lines placed during pole framing (through the stringing blocks and the
PAT-1’s), back-pull the pulling rope. For long runs it may be beneficial to pull
through a “P” line prior to pulling back the pulling rope.
• Attach messenger to pulling rope using a basket-type grip and swivel. Make sure
the swivel will go through the rollers.
BASKET-TYPE GRIP
MESSENGER SWIVEL PULLING ROPE
• Pull messenger through the single sheave and angle tensioning blocks (PAT-1).
Maintain tension to avoid excessive sag between poles.
Do not remove messenger from the Stringing Blocks.

Messenger will be tensioned in the blocks.
Avoid dragging the messenger over the ground or any other

surface that may cause damage
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3. Tensioning the messenger:
Note: The messenger must be fully tensioned before the

conductors are pulled
• Dead-end the messenger at the take up end. Hendrix grips are recommended.
• Tension the entire length of the messenger from opposite end. Check the ambient
temperature and select the proper tension from the chart below. Note that
conductor size and span length are not a consideration in initial tension.

Tension (lbs) - All Span Lengths
252 052 052
7#6AW
Temperature AWA AWA AWA
25-46KV
(OF) 15KV 15KV 25-46KV
0 3000 3400 4000 4100

20 2800 3000 3500 3600
40 2500 2600 3200 3200
60 2300 2300 2800 2800
80 2100 2000 2400 2400
100 1800 1700 2000 2100
The values shown are 300 lbs above the final desired tensions. The higher values
are used to compensate for the loss of tension which occurs when dead-ending
(catching off) the messenger and for some “settling in.”
A dynamometer must be used to determine proper messenger tension.
• Dead end messenger at the opposite end after tensioning using Hendrix grips.
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4. Clamping the messenger in place:

• Allow at least one hour (and preferably overnight) for the system to “settle in”. Check
the guy anchors to verify they have not moved.
• At the tangent poles, secure the messenger in the MC-2 clamp. Use the large
groove in the clamp for 7 No. 6 AW and 052 AWA messengers. Use the small
groove for 7 No. 8 AW and 252 AWA messengers. After securing the messenger
remove the single sheave block from the BM bracket.
Note: Do not attach the grounds to the messenger and do not install the tangent
bracket stirrup (TS-1) at this time. The grounds and stirrups will interfere with
the installation of the cables.
When reversing the side of the poles, secure the messenger in the MC-2 clamp that is on
the underarm messenger clamp (CMC-2).
• At angle poles, replace the

angle tensioning block (PAT-1)
with a messenger angle clamp.
Be careful, the tension will pull
the messenger toward the angle
when it is released from the
roller. Use a strap or hoist to hold
the messenger in place until it is
secured. Also, be sure not to
position yourself on the inside of
the messenger angle.
• If securing the messenger with a double dead end, use Hendrix grips and do not cut
the messenger.
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Installing the Cables
1. Determine the Pull Length:

Maximum pull length is determined by the tension required to pull the cable.

If maximum tensions are reached, check to make sure rollers are free or no other
“hang ups” exist. If you still have a problem, reset for a shorter pull.
Pulling lengths of up to 5000 feet are achievable in many applications. Pull length may
need to be shorter when the following factors are present.
• Angles: Pulling around angles can save significant installation time and is often
preferred. However, pulling around multiple, severe angles can increase tensions
above desired levels. Avoid situations where there is a corner pole near the take up
end of a pull.
• Significant grade changes
• Heavy conductors: Conductor weight adds tension to the pull. Conductor sizes
above 336 may require shorter pull distances.
• The length of the cable. Generally, cables are not spliced before pulling because
of difficulties pulling through the stringing blocks. If splicing before pulls, full tension
splices can be used (non-taped) then removed after installation. Also, two pulling
grips can be used back to back to “splice” the conductors.
Consult Hendrix for pulling recommendations
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PBR-3 ROLL-BY BLOCKS 2. Preparing for the Pull:
a. Locate the puller tensioner at

THREE SHEAVE BLOCK
least 30 feet from the last pole to

-OR- (3) SINGLE SHEAVE BLOCKS
( NOT A PBR-3 ROLL-BY BLOCK )
avoid a sharp pulling angle.
b. Set reel trailer at least 30 feet

from first pole to avoid a sharp
pulling angle. Arrange reels so all
TL - 30
three cables can be pulled

TAG LINES
simultaneously. If three individual

reel trailers are used, position the
reels so they are in a row, rather
than side by side.
c. Using hand lines placed during

pole framing and preparation,
back-pull the pulling rope through
each slack bracket (BJ) and angle
string block (PAS-1). For long
runs it may be beneficial to pull
through a “P” line prior to pulling
back the pulling rope.
d. Underhang a 3 sheave block or

3 single sheave blocks to the
cross arm. If there is no crossarm,
e attach the block(s) to the pole in a
staggered fashion. Place blocks
as close to the messenger height
d as possible.
e. Hang one roll by stringing block

(PBR-3) on the messenger for an
idler. Use a tagline (TL) to tie it to
the pole about 30 feet out.
f. Pull the cables through the

blocks.
Avoid dragging the cables over the ground or any other g. Connect cables to the lead
surface that may damage the cable covering. trolley (TM-S) and pulling rope.
Connection details are shown on
next page. Note that it is easiest
to pull the cables through the
blocks and complete the assem-
bly on the ground.
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h. Connect individual cables to the trailing end of

the messenger trolley (TM-S) using Kellem
pulling grips with a flexible eye. Note that it may
be helpful to use a shackle clevis.
h i. Tie the Tag Line (TL) to the trailing end of the

lead trolley (TM-S). Note that it must be tied so it
can be easily removed at corners, etc.
i
j. Connect pulling rope and a swivel to the lead
end of the messenger trolley (TM-S). Note a
shackle clevis may be helpful.
k k. Hang the messenger trolley on the messenger

so the open “C” shape is facing the pole.
3. Pulling the Cables:

a. Determine the number of roll by blocks (PBR-3) needed by dividing distance to the next
corner bracket or messenger dead end (whichever is shorter) by 30. For example, if it is
900 feet, you will need 30 roll-by blocks.
b. Hang the first roll by block (PBR-3) on the messenger with the open "C" shape facing the
pole. Connect the Messenger Trolley (TM-S) to the PBR-3 with a 30 foot tag line. Make
sure the loop in the tag line is attached to both hooks on the PBR-3 – not just one side.
Pull the TM out 10-15 feet.
b
c
c
c. Place cables in the roll by block (PBR-3) and close the keeper arm. Position another roll
by block (PBR-3) on the messenger, place the cables in the rollers, and connect the two
roll by blocks (PBR-3) with another tag line (TL-30). Repeat this process until 15-20 roll
by blocks are positioned on the messenger. On windy days or in heavy foliage areas,
start the pull with less roll by blocks in position so tag lines do not get tangled.
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d. Begin the pull and attach successive roll by blocks (PBR-

3) and connect them with tag lines (TL-30) as pulling
proceeds. Pull at a brisk walking pace. Slower is not
better. The lead trolley should be watched throughout d
the pulling operation to be sure it does not “hang up” on
any hardware.
e. Once the TM Messenger Trolley reaches the first angle
bracket (or first messenger dead end), stop the pull and
tie the last PRB-3 to the take off pole. Move the bucket
truck to the angle pole, remove the tag line from the
Messenger Trolley (TM) and tie it to the angle pole. This
prevents further movement of the roll by blocks (PBR-3) when the pull is restarted.
f. Let the pulling rope become slack and remove it from the angle stringing block (PAS-1).
Lift the messenger trolley (TM-S) from the messenger. Restart the pull very slowly and
guide the messenger trolley (TM-S) past the pole hardware and put it on the messenger
on the opposite side of the pole. Continue pulling until there is enough cable to allow the
individual cables to be placed in the appropriate angle string blocks (PAS-1). Reduce
pulling tension and place cables in the blocks.
f f
g
g. Start a new pull. Repeat Section 3, Pulling the Cable. Note that the cable can be pulled
through the corner.
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Sagging the Cables
Dead end the cable at the pole furthest from the pay off trailer.
Cables can be dead ended to either a cross arm or a Hendrix
dead end bracket. Dead end conductors using Hendrix grips.
Leave tails long enough for any connections. Note that Hendrix
cables are not shielded so stress relief is not required.
Do not use Dead End strain clamps. They require

stripping the insulation which defeats the
benefits of a covered system.
At the payoff trailer end of the pulling section use a set of rope blocks to adjust the sag between
Roll-By blocks (PBR-3). DO NOT OVERTENSION THE CABLES. PROPER SAG IS VERY

IMPORTANT. Measure the distance from the messenger to the top of the cable where it sits in
the roll by block (Hendrix PBR-3 equals 10 inches). Add the sag number shown in the chart
below to determine the distance from the messenger to the belly of the sag between the roll by
blocks.
Sag Between Roll-By Blocks (inches)
Ambient Temperature Regions with expected Regions with expected
during installation (F) low temperature of -20F temperature of -50F
10-29 3 7
30-49 4 8
50-69 5 9
70-89 6 10
90-109 7 11
110+ 8 12
Sag checks should be made in several locations along the

circuit for accuracy and consistency. One technique is to use
an Extendo or long stick with a universal head. Measure from
the universal head down the appropriate distance (see above)
and put a piece of black tape around the stick at this mark.
Hang the stick on the messenger at the mid point between roll
by blocks (PBR-3) and pull up the conductor until it reaches the
black tape. This can be done easily along the route from the
ground.
Hendrix PBR-3 equals 10 inches

Sag from Chart
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Installing Spacers and Completing the Pole Hardware Connections
It is not necessary to install spacers at the poles before

installing the spacers in the spans.
Work can be completed in any sequence.
Tangent structures: Attach the tangent bracket stirrup

(TS-1) to the tangent bracket using the hole closest to the mes-
senger clamp. Install the spacer on the tangent bracket stirrup
(TS-1). Be sure the entry side of the top clamp faces away from
the pole.
If the pole will be used for equipment (transformers,

switches, etc.) you should install an anti sway
bracket (BAS….) between the bottom of the spacer and
the pole to provide extra stability.
Option: If TS-1 stirrups are not used, install spacers 12-30

inches from each side of the tangent bracket.
Angle structures: Remove the angle stringing blocks

(PAS-1) and replace with Hendrix polyethylene Vice-Top insu-
lators. Fasten the cable in the insulators.
Covered conductors cannot be mounted on

porcelain insulators. Also, if using Hendrix polymer tie top
insulators you must use Hendrix covered tie wire.
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All Poles: Bond the messenger to the secondary neutral (if

properly grounded) or directly to the pole ground (see Lightning
Protection). Standard connector types can be used.
Between Poles: Spacers should be installed about 40 feet

from dead end structures and at 30 foot intervals thereafter.
The tag lines (TL-30) have spaced the stringing blocks (PBR-
3) at 30 foot intervals so they can be used as placement
guides. It is easier to remove the roll by stringing blocks (PBR-
3) and tag lines (TL-30) before you install the spacers.
Spacers placed at 30 foot intervals is a guideline. Spacers can be placed closer than 30 feet
to adjust for span length. On double circuits the stringing blocks will not be in the same

TS-1
location and spacer locationSPAN
REQ'D NUMBER
should be matched.
LENGTH (FT)
=
STIRRUP OF SPACERS 30 FT
MESSENGER
25 - 33 FT
AS EVENLY SPACED
AS POSSIBLE
CABLES
SPACER
When spacers cannot be installed using a bucket truck (river crossings, highways, valleys,
etc.), they can be installed by a line worker traveling on the messenger. Hendrix provides, for
rental, an Aerial Messenger Bucket (AMB) for this purpose. Alternatives are to use a bosun’s
chair or to install the RTL spacer from the ground with a long stick.
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Stripping the covering off the cable
The cable covering must be removed before splicing or connecting taps. The most efficient
means of removing the cable covering on Hendrix Spacer Cable is to use one of the commer-
cially available stripping tools. Ripley tools are manufactured specifically for a given cable con-
struction and are hot stick operable. Speed Systems and Ripley also provide adjustable tools.
Instructions for use are provided with the tool. Note that when using a stripping tool the cable
should be held in place to avoid rotation of the conductor—especially with small conductors.
Hendrix also has adjustable tools available for rental.
If you encounter problems stripping the cable, there are a couple of “tricks” that can be helpful.
– In extreme cold the cable covering becomes very tough. The cable can be heated
slightly with a portable heater (the line must be deenergized) to soften the outer layer
and get the cut started.
– A small amount of silicone grease can be applied to the conductor and the blade of
the stripping tool. This greatly reduces the friction and allows the blade to go into
the outer layer easier.
– A nylon string can be used to start the cut. Once started the tool will easily dig into
the covering.
In all cases be sure the blade is set correctly so you do not nick the aluminum conductor.
When stripping the covering off the cable, be sure that

the open point is at least 24 horizontal inches from a
ground point, any other open point, or a spacer - on any
of the phases. Use LineDuc on the messenger above
all open points.
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Splicing the messenger and conductors
Messenger splices must be rated for the full breaking strength of the messenger used.
Breaking strength of typical messengers

Messenger Size Breaking Strength (lbs)
252 AWA 11,960
7 No. 8 AW 15,930
052 AWA 17,120
7 No. 6 AW 22,730
0052 AWA 20,420
0000127 AWA 32,670

Hendrix provides splices that match the strength of the messenger and can be used with the
“Roll-By” installation method. If automatics or compression splices are used, care must be
taken to ensure that the messenger trolley (TM-S) and the roll by string blocks (PBR-3) will roll
over the completed splice during installation.
If the messenger is being used as the system neutral, a jumper wire should be used to
restore full electrical conductivity after the cable is installed.
Splice Cross Reference for Standard Hendrix Messengers

Preformed Line Maclean Power
Messenger Products Systems Alcoa Burndy
Size (preshaped type) (automatic) (compression) (compression)
252 AWA AWLS-4122 5042 4914.406 YDS7M8T

7#8 AW AWLS-4122 5042 4914.406 YDS7M8T
052 AWA AWLS-4128 5044 4916.531 YDS7M6T
7#6 AW AWLS-4128 5044 4916.531 YDS7M6T
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Spacer Cable conductor splices: Partial tension sleeves (jumper sleeves, slack span
sleeves) are used on the conductors of Spacer Cable systems. Note that the conductors are
AAC compact—refer to partial tension sleeve recommendations below:
1350-H19 All Aluminum Conductor (AAC)
Conductor
Size Anderson
Alcoa Anderson Burndy Blackburn
VersaCrimp
#4 AWG
5071.250 PTA-4 VCJS-36-R YSS4R Not Available
Concentric
#2 AWG
5072.312 PTA-2 VCJS-36-R YSS2R Not Available
Concentric
1/0 AWG YDS25AT
5073.391 PTA-1/0 VCJS-50-R Not Available
Compact (Full Tension)
2/0 AWG ACJ20

5074.438 PTA-2/0 VCJS-50-R YCS26A
Compact ACJ205
3/0 AWG
5074.484 PTA-3/0 VCJS-61-R YCS27A ACJ30
Compact
4/0 AWG
5075.547 PTA-4/0 VCJS-61-R YCS28A ACJ40
Compact
266.8 Kcmil
5075.609 Not Available VCJS-85-R YCS291A ACJ266
Compact
336.4 Kcmil
5076.688 PTA-337 VCJS-85-R YCS301A ACJ336
Compact
397.5 Kcmil
Compact
477 Kcmil
Compact
556.5 Kcmil
Compact
636 Kcmil
5024.969 PTA-636 VCJS-832-R YCS361A Not Available
Compact
795 Kcmil
5030.109 Not Available VCJS-833-R YCS391A Not Available
Compact
Do not use automatic type splices on Spacer Cable because there is not
enough tension in the phase conductors to properly set the jaws for
needed mechanical strength or for full conductivity
When splicing spacer cable conductors please comply with the following system
considerations:
– Splices should be staggered to provide a minimum of 24 horizontal inches between the
ends of splices on the different phase conductors.
– Splices should be kept at least 24 horizontal inches from spacers, insulators, brackets,
or messenger ground points.
– All splices must be covered with material sufficient to restore the insulating value of the
original covering and to withstand ultraviolet and other environmental degradation.
– Line Duc on the messenger will provide extra protection.
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Hendrix provides a cold shrink splice cover kit for restoring spliced cable.
Detailed installation instructions are provided in the kit.

•A crimp connector is not provided in the kit.
•Be sure to order the proper kit for the cable
•Put the cold shrink tube on the conductor before crimping.
Connecting Taps and making Terminations
To tap a Hendrix Spacer Cable conductor you must remove the covering (see stripping the cov-
ering off the cable) so the connection can be made directly to the conductor. Piercing connec-
tors are not recommended for permanent installations.
Taps on Hendrix Spacer Cable Systems can be made using any appropriately sized compres-
sion, bolted, or wedge connection. Hot line clamps and stirrups may also be used provided that
all electrical clearances are maintained. Stirrups should be pitched out at 45 degree angles in
order to maintain proper electrical clearances. Lightning arresters are required at each tap
location (see Lightning Arresters). Tap covers provide an additional level of protection but are
not required when surge arresters are used.
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Hendrix LINE-DUC must be installed on the messenger above a tap, or any other open point,
to avoid outages. All taps should be a minimum of 24 horizontal inches from ground points,
splices, spacers, brackets, etc. When installing multiple taps, they should be offset from each
other by a minimum of 24 horizontal inches.
Single Phase Transformer Tap-Spacer Cable Systems
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3-phase Transformer Tap – Spacer Cable Systems

24”
Lightning Protection
Messenger grounding recommendations:

– Ground the messenger to a driven ground rod at every pole in lightning prone areas,
never greater than 500 feet.
– If a secondary neutral is grounded as noted above, then the messenger can be bonded
to the neutal wire.
– Messenger grounds should have no more than 25 ohms resistance.
Lightning arresters are recommended at any point where the conductor covering has been
removed:
– All tap locations
– Junctions between spacer cable circuits and any other type of construction such as
bare wire, underground cable, or Tree Wire.
– Dead ends
Conductor splices do not require arresters when covered in accordance with the
Hendrix recommended methods. Covering taps can provide partial protection but does not
negate the need for arresters in high lightning areas.
Arresters on nearby equipment (transformers, switches, etc) are sufficient to protect the circuit.
If your safety procedures require ground access points in areas where the conductor covering
has not been stripped, then strip the conductor the same as you would for any TAP.
Use a 24” offset, arrestor and line duc.
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FINAL INSPECTION CHECKLIST
Y/N
Safety/Standards Meets your companies safety requirements
Meets your companies construction standards
Material Used all Hendrix approved components
Only polymer insulators used (no porcelain)
Only covered Tie Wires used
Lightning Arresters At all open points: taps, dead ends, switches, transitions
Ground leads connected to driven ground rods
Messenger connected to a driven ground rod every 500 ft (at
Grounding
every pole in high lightning areas)
Messenger ground connected to the secondary neutral
Angle and Dead End brackets grounded
Taps and Splices Taps offset by 24 inches from adjacent taps or ground points
Line Duc properly secured on messenger above all taps
Splices covered with Hendrix KM splice or equivalent
Anti Sway brackets (BAS-14/24) used at poles with taps
Rubber covered transformer tap wire used
Bushing covers used on transformers
Guying Guys installed at every angle pole over 6 degrees
Guy attached to pole at same height as the messenger
Anchors driven to the proper depth
On multiple circuits, each messenger must be guyed
Guy wire grounded or strain insulators used
Hardware/Messenger All installation equipment removed
Messenger secured in permanent clamp at each pole
HPI insulators at corners and conductor in side position at
angle poles
Adequate slack between phase conductors (5-8 inches at 60
degrees - see table in installation guide)
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CAUTION: THIS GUIDE IS INTENDED FOR USE BY TRAINED AND

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List of Required Installation Equipment

Messenger Trolley TM-S One per job

Messenger Angle PAT-1 One per angle pole

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Slack Bracket BJ One per tangent pole

Conductor Angle Stringing PAS-1 Three or six per angle

Roll-By Stringing Block PBR-3 One for each 30 circuit

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Description Catalog # Photo Quantity required

30 foot Tag Line TL-30 One for each Roll-by

Underarm Messenger CMC-2 Only required when

Cable Stripping Tool Ripley WS-55 One – adjustable or

Aerial Messenger Bucket AMB Used when the line is

Cold Shrink Splice Cover KM One for each

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The following equipment is also required at the

•Three reel trailer, crib or jack arrangement

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b. Mount a single sheave block below

a c. Hook the Slack Bracket (BJ) to the

d. String separate hand lines through the

Do not install the TS-1 stirrup at

If you change the side of the pole

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a. Bolt the appropriate Hendrix

c. Attach Angle Stringing Blocks

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d. String separate hand lines

KV Line Angle (degrees) Conductor Size

• Attach Double Insulator Plates (2IP) in each insulator

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Angle poles over 6 degrees must be guyed. Guys should be

Mark the anchors at the ground level with paint.

Pole guying requirements are primarily determined by messenger

Installing the Messenger:

MESSENGER SWIVEL PULLING ROPE

Do not remove messenger from the Stringing Blocks.

Avoid dragging the messenger over the ground or any other

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3. Tensioning the messenger:

Note: The messenger must be fully tensioned before the

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0 3000 3400 4000 4100

A dynamometer must be used to determine proper messenger tension.

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4. Clamping the messenger in place:

• At angle poles, replace the

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Installing the Cables

1. Determine the Pull Length:

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Consult Hendrix for pulling recommendations

a. Locate the puller tensioner at

least 30 feet from the last pole to

avoid a sharp pulling angle.

b. Set reel trailer at least 30 feet

three cables can be pulled

simultaneously. If three individual

c. Using hand lines placed during

d. Underhang a 3 sheave block or