Splicing permanently joins two pieces of line or creates a loop at the end of a rope by weaving its strands together. A proper splice is superior to a knot because it maintains up to 90% to 100% of the rope’s original breaking strength, whereas knots can weaken a line by up to 60%.
The primary methods used to splice traditional 3-strand fiber rope and industrial steel wire cable are broken down below. Part 1: Splicing 3-Strand Fiber Rope (The Eye Splice)
An eye splice creates a permanent, secure loop at the end of a fiber rope. Required Tools
Fid or Marlinspike: A tapered tool used to open the rope strands.
Electrical Tape: To wrap strand ends and prevent unraveling.
Cutting Tool / Flame: A knife for cutting and a lighter to heat-seal synthetic fibers. Step-by-Step Execution How To Tie An Eye Splice In 3 Strand Rope