Van Beest Green Pin® G-6429 Open Long Wedge Socket (Safety Bolt)

The Van Beest Green Pin® G-6429 Open Long Wedge Socket BN is an open wedge socket with a safety bolt closure providing triple safety — long wedge with attached wire rope clip, cotter pin, AND safety bolt. Designed for the most demanding crane and rigging applications where pin retention is critical. Built from high-tensile, hot-dipped galvanized steel for long-term durability in marine, offshore, and heavy industrial environments.

Key Features

• Triple safety: long wedge with wire rope clip + cotter pin + safety bolt prevent accidental unscrewing
• "GO / NO GO" holes verify correct wire rope size on the job
• Long wedge prevents wedge from falling out of socket
• Always-correct dead-end wire rope length (no measurement guesswork)
• No need for the extra piece of wire rope traditionally used to fill the clip's opening
• High-tensile steel, hot dip galvanized for long-term corrosion resistance
• Temperature range: -20°C to +200°C
• Compliant with ASME B30.26 and EN 13411-6
• Certifications: 2.1, 2.2, 3.1, CE
• Available for wire rope diameters from 3/8" (10mm) up to 1-1/4" (32mm)

Common Applications

• Wire rope crane assemblies where pin retention is safety-critical
• Offshore lifting and mooring
• Construction and structural steel erection
• Mining and heavy industrial wire rope applications
• Marine and tugboat rigging requiring redundant safety

Specifications

• Product code: G-6429
• Material: High-tensile steel
• Finish: Hot dipped galvanized
• Temperature range: -20°C to +200°C
• Design factor: 5:1 (MBL = 5× WLL)
• Standards: ASME B30.26, EN 13411-6
• Country of origin: Netherlands (EU)

Why Van Beest Green Pin?

Green Pin wedge sockets are the industry benchmark for wire rope terminations on cranes and rigging assemblies. The G-6429's triple-safety closure design is specified for the most demanding applications where pin retention is non-negotiable. Every unit is forged, heat-treated, and proof-tested per ASME B30.26 with full material traceability.

Standards & Compliance

Every product we carry is individually marked with Working Load Limit (WLL), manufacturer traceability code, and country of origin. Inspection and mill certificates are available on request — email sales@slingcenter.com with your order number.

Governing Standards

• ASME B30.9 — slings (web, round, wire rope, chain) inspection and use
• ASME B30.26 — rigging hardware (shackles, eye bolts, links, turnbuckles)
• ASME B30.10 — hooks
• OSHA 1910.184 and 1926.251 — general industry and construction sling safety
• WSTDA WS-2 and RS-1 — web and round sling design
• 49 CFR 393.102 to 393.130 — DOT cargo tie-down
• NACM — welded steel chain grade specs

Inspection & Safety

Before every use: visual check for cracks, corrosion, distortion, wear, and illegible markings. Annually (minimum): documented periodic inspection by a trained inspector. Remove from service at first sign of damage. Never repair rigging hardware by welding, heating, or bending.

WARNING: Improper use of rigging can cause death or serious injury. Never exceed the rated Working Load Limit. Apply derating for side-loading, elevated temperature, or chemical exposure. Final application decisions must be made by a Qualified Person per OSHA 1926.32(m).

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