FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS(FAQs)
The CP1000 R-1 generates over 1000 pounds of pulling force from a typical cordless drill.
We have customers in all categories of the trade including commercial and industrial electricians, utilities, solar contractors and even low voltage/fiber cable installers.
The CP1000 R-1 was designed to be used with branch circuits. It can generally pull wires sized up to 1/0. Of course, much depends on the length of the pull and the number of bends and degrees. The longer the pull, heavier the wire and greater number of bends decreases the wire size for the pull. We have reports of customers using it for service runs and very heavy pulls.
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You can use all forms of line for pulling including jet line, mule tape and rope depending on the wire gauge and tensile strength needed.
No. The CP1000 R-1 can be used like a “tugger” and line can be fed and spooled, resulting in an unlimited run length.
When you use the tool as a tugger, you simply wrap the capstan once around and spool the line as you operate. As a puller for shorter runs, you use a slip knot or the capstan cleat to affix the line, then you can allow the line to wrap around the capstan like a fishing reel.
When using as a puller, you may fill the spool before you complete the pull. To empty the spool, simply reverse the drill and remove the excess ball of line. Cut and reaffix.
The tool is great to these low voltage projects where there are very long runs.
The CP1000 R-1 weighs only 6.2 pounds without the drill. 10.2 pounds with the typical cordless drill attached. The CP1000 R-1 is the lightest of the popular models because it is produced primarily out of high-quality billet aluminum.
Customers tell us they save money and time. You can make longer pulls faster, difficult pulls are easier and worker safety and health are improved because of a reduction in repetitive motion injuries as well as neck, back and arm strains.
We have had no reports of burned out drills using the CP1000 R-1. We do recommend using brushless drills for the best results.
The CP1000 R-1 was invented and patented by a career electrician. Tommy Dee’s father, brother, uncle and cousins were all electricians. After over 30 years in the field in various roles, and following 5 shoulder surgeries, he realized there was a better way to pull wire. The CP1000 R-1 was born.
It’s very easy. First, you simply adjust the drill cradle to the drill chuck fits onto the puller input shaft (at least ¾”). You run the drill in the forward position till the chuck is tight. Always tighten the chuck securely. Attach the rubber O rings around the cradle. It’s that easy!
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