Beyond the core cable pulling tools, several essential accessories are crucial for a complete, efficient, and safe installation solution. These items ensure smooth operation and protect both the cable and personnel:

• Cable Drum Jacks/Stands & Spooling Devices: Used to elevate and support large cable drums, allowing them to unwind smoothly and controllably without kinking or damaging the cable. Some include braking systems for tension control.

• Cable Feeds/Payout Systems: Devices that assist in feeding the cable directly into a conduit or trench, often with integrated rollers, to minimize manual handling and friction at the entry point.

• Dynamometers (Tension Meters): Portable devices (mechanical or digital) inserted into the pulling line to provide real-time measurement of the actual pulling tension. Absolutely critical for staying within the cable's maximum allowable pulling tension.

• Swivels (Separate from grips): High-strength Swivels (ball bearing or thrust bearing) are placed between the pulling rope and the cable grip to prevent any rotational forces from transferring to the cable, particularly vital for fiber optic or bundled conductors.

• Cable Lubricant Applicators: Pumps, hoses, or specialized devices that ensure even and continuous application of cable lubricant as the cable enters the conduit, optimizing friction reduction.

• Conduit Measuring Devices: Tools like measuring wheels or integrated meters on the pulling rope/mule tape to accurately track the length of cable installed.

• Duct Rodders/Fish Tapes: Used to pre-install a pilot line or measuring tape through a conduit before the main pulling rope, essential for verifying conduit integrity and pulling capabilities.

• Cable Ties/Banding Tools: For securing cables within trenches, on trays, or during racking in manholes after pulling.

• Cable End Caps/Seals: Essential for protecting the exposed ends of cables from moisture, dirt, and physical damage before splicing or termination.

• Personal Protective Equipment (PPE): While not a "pulling tool" directly, appropriate PPE (gloves, hard hats, safety glasses, high-visibility clothing, safety footwear) is an indispensable accessory for any cable pulling operation.

• Communication Devices: Radios or intercom systems are crucial for clear communication between the pulling machine operator and personnel at the cable entry/exit points, ensuring synchronized and safe operations.

These accessories work in concert to ensure a precise, efficient, and damage-free cable installation process.