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3-Strand Class I Rope-To-Chain Splice
SAMSON SPLICING INSTRUCTIONS
2
step
1
step
From one end of the rope, count back 16
picks. Unlay the strands from the bitter end
up to the taped section. Tape each individual
strand at the bitter end, to prevent unraveling,
and mark each strand 1, 2 and 3.
PREPARING THE ROPE
Line up the rope to the last link of the chain so that Strand 2 is in the middle and Strands 1 and 3
are on either end. Take Strand 2 and pass it through one side of the chain link. Strands 1 and 3 are
to pass through the chain link from the opposite side, staying on the outside of Strand 2 (Fig. A).
THREADING THE CHAIN
Begin tucking the strands in an “over
1, under 1” pattern (Fig.B), just as in
a 3-Strand Eye Splice (page 6).
TUCKING STRANDS
3
step
Class I ropes are made from any or all of the following bers: olen, polyester, or nylon.
Although the 3-strand splice is the most common splice, and simple to perform,
technique is important to preserve splice strength. Take care that the tucks lie neatly,
as rope strength can be lost if the strands are twisted incorrectly.
1
2
3
Apply tape
Standing part of line
16 picks
1 pick
Bitter
end
3
1
2
1
3
2
Figure A
Figure B