STEEL POST CLIP BOLT PORCELAIN REEL INSULATOR GALLAGHER SG6930

Slide the clip bolt assembly over your steel post and tighten the bolt firmly—you want it snug enough that it won't shift under tension but not so tight you crack the porcelain. Thread your wire or tape through the porcelain reel, making sure it sits properly in the groove so it won't slip under load. Check that the insulator is positioned to keep the wire clear of the post and any vegetation that might short it out. Tips: Keep your insulators clean and free from dust or salt residue, especially in coastal areas, as buildup reduces their insulating ability and you'll lose voltage needlessly. Don't over-tighten the clip bolt trying to make it bomb-proof—porcelain is brittle and you'll end up with cracked insulators that are useless. Buy a few spares because when one fails during a hot day when your stock needs containing, you'll want replacements on hand rather than a trip to town.