What is a Thimble Type Rope Socket?
Thimble Type Rope Sockets serve as connectors for attaching or securing slickline or wireline to the tool string. They allow the deployment of sub-surface tools and equipment downhole. The line is attached to the rope socket by tying a knot around the thimble. The thimble helps maintain the shape of the eye formed at the end of the wireline, preventing it from being crushed or bent beyond the manufacturer’s recommendations.
Applications
- Maintaining the shape of the eye formed at the end of the wireline, preventing it from being crushed or bent beyond the manufacturer’s recommendations.
Key Features & Benefits
- Thimbles not only prevent fraying but also act as a barrier, defending against wear and tear.
- Wire rope thimbles help maintain the rope’s natural shape and alignment, preventing kinks that can lead to breaks.
