GLEISTEIN Aluminum Splicing Tools - Professional Hollow Splicing Tools

GLEISTEIN aluminum splice fids are the essential tool for professional hollow splicing of modern braided ropes. These high-quality fids enable precise and clean splice connections with Dyneema, Spectra, and other high-performance fibers.

Product features

• Lightweight aluminum - Robust yet easy to handle
• Precise processing - For clean hollow splicing work
• Wide selection - For rope diameters from 6 mm to 24 mm
• Professional quality - From GLEISTEIN, the specialist for high-performance ropes
• Optimized shape - specially developed for modern braided ropes
• Durable - High-quality workmanship for years of use

Available sizes

What is a hollow splice?

Hollow splicing is the modern method for creating splice connections in braided rope. The rope end is pulled through the hollow interior of the braid using a fid, resulting in an extremely strong yet flexible connection.

Application areas

• Hollow splicing work on modern braided rope
• Dyneema and Spectra ropes
• High-performance sheets and halyards
• Regatta sailing and yachting
• Professional rope processing
• Production of eye splices and end connections

Advantages of aluminum fids

Lightweight and handy: Aluminium fids are significantly lighter than stainless steel versions and allow fatigue-free work even during longer splicing operations.

Smooth surface: The polished aluminum surface glides smoothly through the mesh, protecting the sensitive high-performance fibers.

Precise fit: Each fid is precisely matched to the respective rope diameter for optimal results.

💡 Tip

Always choose a fid that matches the outer diameter of your rope. A fid that is too small makes the job more difficult, while one that is too large can damage the braid. For GLEISTEIN ropes, you will find the recommended fid size in the product description of the respective rope. For optimal results, we recommend lightly moistening the fid with soapy water before first use – this makes it much easier to pull through tight braids.

⚠️ Important

Splicing fids are specifically designed for hollow splicing of braided rope . They are not suitable for laid (twisted) rope. Always ensure the fid is threaded through the rope in the direction of the braid and never use force. When used correctly, the fid will glide smoothly through the braid. High-performance fibers such as Dyneema or Spectra require special care – always follow the rope manufacturer's splicing instructions.

Ideal for

• Regatta sailors and yacht owners
• Professional riggers and riggers
• Sailmakers and ropemakers
• Boat builders and shipyards
• All those who work with modern high-performance ropes
• Ambitious sailors who want to splice their own sheets