different insulators nowdays
Brion, thanks for the info on the idea above but I have found perhaps another way.
What I've found in doing more research is the possibility of using "dead end" insulators.
These are rated at 15,000 pound breaking strength and made of galvanized steel & fiberglass/epdm rubber. They are used in the electrical distribution business to insulate the end of a run of high voltage wire. Electrically they have a 15,000 volt "flashover" rating. Of the two manufacturers that I contacted for additional information, I found that EACH insulator is factory pull tested to at least 1/2 of the breaking strength before it is shipped. One manufacturer pull tested a random sample every day to 18,000 pounds to check for any failures. These insulators have an eye fitting on one end and a fork fitting on the other end. Both fittings are for a 5/8" clevis pin and heavily galvanized.
Now the most amazing thing is that the pricing for these are between $20 and $30 depending where you buy them!
Any thoughts on using these type insulators?
Carl
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