Rubber-Glove Auxiliary Arm
Rubber-Glove Auxiliary Arm is a specialized support device used in hotline work to replace crossarms, insulators, or utility poles on short-span lines, with operating voltage up to 15 kV phase-to-phase.
Categories: Equipment, Hotline Tools, Conductor support
Description

Impressive Technical Specifications of the Rubber-Glove Auxiliary Arm
Key Features:
- Support equipment replacement on energized power grids: Allows crossarm, insulator, or pole replacement while maintaining safe working conditions for conductors.
- Operates on power grids up to 15 kV phase-to-phase: Suitable for hotline maintenance applications on medium-voltage distribution networks.
- Installed using M4740-5W clamps: Uses two M4740-5W Wire Tong Saddles to secure the mast to the utility pole.
- Two Mast Length Options: 5 ft mast: Raises the conductor 30 inches above the upper clamp, 10 ft mast: Raises the conductor 46 inches when the two clamps are spaced 18 inches apart.
- High Load Capacity: Balanced load: 600 lb (approx. 272 kg), Unbalanced load: 150 lb (approx. 68 kg),Each wire holder: 150 lb (approx. 68 kg)
Practical Applications
- Replace crossarms on energized medium-voltage lines
- Replace insulators without power interruption
- Support utility pole replacement in short-span sections
- Temporarily support and secure conductors during repair work
- Perform hotline maintenance work on distribution grids up to 15 kV
Additional information
| Manufacturer |
Chance – Hubbell |
|---|---|
| Country of origin |
USA |
| Product code |
H48628 |
