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Auto release clip under load?
For what its worth I think I came up with something. Its used to pull fiber optic cables called a breakaway swivel. THanks for the input! http://www.dcddesign.com/breakaway-swivels-connectors.htm- kitebuddy
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- Forum: Gear and Pulley engineering
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Auto release clip under load?
First time poster. Looking for a clip that will release under a load of ~250lbs. Been looking at shear pins and torsion springs but wondering if something already exists. It will be used between two ropes and will release automatically once load is hit. Something adjustable from 200lbs. to...- kitebuddy
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- Forum: Gear and Pulley engineering
