1 2" x 18' Open and Closed Swage Socket Wire Rope Sling Bolt On Winches Wire rope classification is a Wire rope classification is a nominal indicator of the rope's construction the number of outer strands around the core and an estimation of the number of wires within each of these outer strands lightweight design which is ideal for construction and contractor applications where portability and easy rigging are critical One end has an open socket with a pin that allows for another type of fitting Having both an open and closed socket on different ends of your wire rope allows for different applications with your lifting and rigging