What is the efficiency of a hand swaged eye?

A hand swaged eye typically has an efficiency rating of 100%. This means that when properly executed, the hand swaging process does not compromise the integrity or strength of the material—usually wire rope—being swaged. The process involves compressing a metal sleeve around the wire strands, creating a secure connection that maximizes the load-carrying capacity of the eye.

With a 100% efficiency, it indicates that the eye maintains the full strength of the wire rope, assuming that the wire itself is not weakened and the swage is performed correctly according to the manufacturer's specifications. This high efficiency is crucial in rigging applications, where safety and reliability are paramount.

Other potential options suggest varying degrees of efficiency, which may apply to different types of terminations, such as crimped or less precisely made connections. However, for the specific process of hand swaging, the established standard is that it can achieve full efficiency when done properly.