Chuck Fudge wrote on Fri, 08 October 2010 21:42 |
forged..not welded...you're right. anyway....its all got to be rated. Thats why I hire out, no room for mistakes.
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Hello Chuck et al..,
Yes, if there's no rating spec available for a piece of hardware, then, definitely do NOT use the hardware.
But, the idea or term "rated" can be misconstrued or ignored too.
Even the wire rope and fittings sold at the local "H-Depot" or "Loads" has a "rating". Usually right on the spool or package.
Remember, it's not always whether something is "rated", but, whether it is used with a proper safety margin.
Cheers,
Hammer