Hot Dip Galvanized Ball Eye & Eye Link | Transmission Line Insulator Fittings | Forged Steel | IEC / ANSI Standard
Product Title
- Hot Dip Galvanized Ball Eye & Eye Link | Transmission Line Insulator Fittings | Forged Steel | IEC / ANSI Standard
Product Summary
Longze Transmission Line Insulator Fittings are high-strength forged components designed for connecting insulators to towers or hardware strings. Manufactured in Yongnian, China, our Ball
Eyes and Eye Links are forged from premium carbon steel to ensure zero internal defects and maximum mechanical security under high-tension loads.
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✔ Global Standards: Fully compliant with IEC 61284, ANSI C29.2, and BS 1320.
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✔ Anti-Corrosion: Hot Dip Galvanized (HDG) ≥86μm (over 600g/m²) for 50+ years of outdoor service life.
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✔ Precision Forging: Smooth surface finish to prevent corona discharge and stress concentration in high-voltage environments.
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Standards: IEC 61284, ANSI C29.2, BS 3288, AS 1154.
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Material: Forged Steel (SAE 1045 / Q355B / ASTM A572).
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Strength Class: 70kN, 100kN, 120kN, 160kN, 210kN, 300kN.
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Surface Finish: Hot Dip Galvanized to ISO 1461 / ASTM A153.
Mechanical Strength & Rated Load Standards
- Ensuring Specified Mechanical Load (SML) compliance for high-voltage transmission safety.
| Product Type | Rated Strength (kN) | Proof Load (kN) | Failing Load (kN) | Material Grade |
| Ball Eye (Type Q) | 70 kN | 35 kN | ≥ 77 kN | Forged 1045 Steel |
| Ball Eye (Type QP) | 120 kN | 60 kN | ≥ 132 kN | High-Tensile Forged |
| Eye Link (Type Z) | 100 kN | 50 kN | ≥ 110 kN | ASTM A572 |
| Eye Link (Type ZH) | 160 kN | 80 kN | ≥ 176 kN | Quenched & Tempered |
Ball Eye & Eye Link Dimensions
- Precise ball-end and eye-hole dimensions to ensure perfect fit with insulator caps and shackles.
| Model No. | Ball Diameter (mm) | Eye Hole Dia (mm) | Length (L) | Weight (kg) |
| Q-7 | 16.0 mm | 18.0 mm | 60 mm | 0.35 kg |
| Q-10 | 18.0 mm | 22.0 mm | 70 mm | 0.52 kg |
| Z-7 | N/A | 18.0 mm | 100 mm | 0.45 kg |
| Z-12 | N/A | 22.0 mm | 120 mm | 0.78 kg |
| ZH-16 | N/A | 26.0 mm | 140 mm | 1.15 kg |
HDG Coating & Environmental Resistance
- Matching the zinc thickness to the atmospheric corrosion category (ISO 12944).
| पर्यावरण | Corrosion Category | Recommended HDG | Zinc Weight (g/m²) | Service Life |
| Rural / Normal | C2 / C3 | ≥ 70 μm | 500 g/m² | 40+ Years |
| Industrial / Urban | C4 | ≥ 86 μm | 610 g/m² | 30+ Years |
| Coastal / Marine | C5-M | ≥ 100 μm | 710 g/m² | 25+ Years |
| Heavy Chemical | High Acidic | Double Galv / SS | Custom | Consult Longze |
Avoid Pitfalls:
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Internal Forging Defects: We utilize ultrasonic testing on forged blanks to prevent "hidden cracks" that could lead to catastrophic line failure under ice or wind loads.
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Galvanizing Inconsistency: Poor HDG leads to premature rusting at the ball neck. Longze ensures a uniform, high-adhesion zinc layer with zero "zinc burrs" that could damage the insulator cap.
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Dimensional Tolerance: We prevent loose connections by maintaining a strict ±0.5mm tolerance on ball diameters, ensuring a secure lock into the insulator socket.
Perfect Fit Assembly:
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Universal Hardware Interface: Designed to be 100% compatible with standard socket insulators, shackles, and turnbuckles used in 11kV to 500kV lines.
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Corona Suppression: All edges are rounded and polished during the forging process to minimize corona loss and radio interference in high-voltage applications.
Quality Control & Logistics:
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ISO 9001 Certified: 5-step QC including load-break tests, magnetic particle inspection (MPI), and Preece test for galvanizing.
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Sea-Worthy Packaging: Heavy-duty reinforced wooden crates or fumigation-free pallets with moisture-proof plastic lining for safe international shipping.
- Q: Can you provide Routine Test Reports? A: Yes, every shipment includes a full test report covering dimensions, HDG thickness, and mechanical failing load tests.
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Q: What is the lead time for custom Eye Links? A: Forged items typically require 15–20 days for tooling and production at our Yongnian factory.
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