Minimum number of dead wraps on bull drum?
Does anyone know what the minimum number of dead wraps allowed on a drum or reel for stringing wire. I have heard it is 2 but not sure as OSHA has a few options. I can't find the answer in the Handbook or under internet searches but I am sure someone here can tell me. Thanks for any help.
Minimum trurns left on the drum
That is one of those questions that has no hard and set rule. If a reel has weathered and rotted it' different than a new wood reel. If it is steel that's another case.
For safety sake why would you want to use the last 50 or so feet. That's not even a span.
Safer to discard it than take a chance.
If you MUST use the last few feet grip it, slack it and put a bull rope on it with five + turns or use a winch as Squizzy says.
What ever floats your boat.
Watching the secure end bust loose and the sag falling away is a helpless feeling if not dangerous.
The Old Lineman