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Cat’s Claw Fastener

The Cat’s Claw from Sicame is a reusable wire fastening solution designed to hold and guide grounded conductors across wooden structures. Its curved shape grips the wire while its metal “claw” edges and self-tapping screw secure the assembly to the post. Installed with an impact driver, Cat’s Claw helps simplify installation, repairs, repositioning, and replacement work.

 

 

 

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Description

A secure, reusable way to fasten ground wire

  • Faster installation with an impact driver instead of repeated hammering a staple into the post.
  • Remove, reposition, and reuse the fastener when installation conditions change or repairs are required.
  • The curved surface grips the wire while the screw and clawed edges provide a secure connection to the wood structure.
  • A practical option for replacing missing or loosened staples and reattaching wire to older or weathered wood posts.
  • Can be used with copper, aluminum, and steel conductors, subject to application requirements and compatibility.
A practical alternative to traditional staples
Traditional U-shaped staples can be difficult to remove or reposition. They may also leave enlarged holes or cause unnecessary damage to the wire or wood post.
Cat’s Claw provides a cleaner, more adjustable fastening method. It is suitable for new installations, repairs, and applications where grounded wire needs to be repositioned on an older or weathered wood structure.
Available with corrosion-resistant ArmorGalvTM finish:

A1059 and AG3000 coating. Corrosion-resistance performance rating of 3,000 hours, Sicame Cat’s Claw with ArmorGalv finish is designed for applications where long-lasting corrosion protection is required.

Installing Cat’s Claw:

  1. Position the claw over the grounded conductor or conductors.
  2. Drive the screw through the claw and into the wood post using a drill or driver.
  3. Adjust or remove the fastener as needed for repairs, repositioning, or future maintenance.

 

Frequently Asked Questions:

Is Cat’s Claw reusable?  Yes. Cat’s Claw by Sicame can be removed, repositioned, and reused when the installation or repair requires adjustment.

Where can Cat’s Claw be installed?  Cat’s Claw by Sicame is intended for use on wooden utility poles, crossarms, and other wood structures where grounded wire needs to be secured or guided.

What types of wire can be used with Cat’s Claw?  Cat’s Claw by Sicame is a wire securement solution compatible with copper, aluminum, and steel conductors.

How is Cat’s Claw installed?  Cat’s Claw by Sicame is installed with a drill or driver and a self-tapping screw. The curved, toothed claw is positioned over the wire, then the screw is driven through the claw into the wood.

Can Cat’s Claw replace a U-shaped staple?  Cat’s Claw by Sicame is designed as an alternative to traditional U-shaped staples in suitable applications. It offers impact driver-based installation, adjustability, reuse, and a single-screw attachment method.

Is Cat’s Claw a temporary or permanent solution?  Cat’s Claw by Sicame can support temporary or permanent applications, depending on the installation requirements, product configuration, and applicable engineering standards.