How to Install Cable

DIY instructions on how to install cable for the Benner Deer Fence Co. Professional System. Use this method for all horizontal tension cable installation.

Run Cable

  • Slide cable through each eye bolt or post cap in stretches up to 200 ft.

Terminate Cable

  • Cut the cable, leaving approximately 2 ft. of extra cable. Use a gripple to fasten. Slide the cable into the fastener following the arrows on the gripple. Do not tighten yet. Repeat this step at the starting point.

 

  • 8 GAUGE METAL CABLE: Metal cable is used for the bottom cable because it can not be chewed through.

    8 GAUGE NYLON CABLE: The thicker cable is used for the top cable to support the weight of the fence.

    12 gauge nylon cable: The thinner cable is used for the middle cable.

    NOTE: Some kits may only come with one type of cable.

  • Begin and terminate all cable at a braced, cemented, or tree post whenever possible.

  • MEDIUM GRIPPLE: secures 12 gauge cable (thinner cable).


    LARGE GRIPPLE: secures 8 gauge metal and nylon cable (thicker cable).

 

Tighten cable

  • Tighten both ends by holding the fastener in one hand and pulling the cable with pliers in the opposite direction.

U-bolt Cable Connector

  • U-bolt cable connectors can be used at one end of cable termination to terminate cable. The other end of the cable termination needs to be a gripple so that tension can be applied.

 

  • For extra tightening, raise the fastener up and pull the cable through.

  • Use 2 u-bolt cable connectors to splice two ends of cable together.