--- product_id: 12677483 title: "Gripple Torq Tool - Wire Tensioning Tool for Cable Wire Fencing and Trellis Tightening" price: "£90.96" currency: GBP in_stock: true reviews_count: 11 url: https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/12677483-gripple-torq-tool-wire-tensioning-tool-for-cable-wire-fencing store_origin: GB region: United Kingdom --- # Handles up to 880 lbs cable tension Built-in tension gauge for precision 6:1 gear drive for max torque Gripple Torq Tool - Wire Tensioning Tool for Cable Wire Fencing and Trellis Tightening **Price:** £90.96 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > ⚙️ Tighten with confidence, finish like a pro! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Gripple Torq Tool - Wire Tensioning Tool for Cable Wire Fencing and Trellis Tightening - **How much does it cost?** £90.96 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.uk](https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/12677483-gripple-torq-tool-wire-tensioning-tool-for-cable-wire-fencing) ## Best For - Customers looking for quality international products ## Why This Product - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Effortless Power:** 6:1 gear drive mechanism delivers heavy-duty tension with minimal effort - • **Durable Yet Portable:** Compact 2.35 lb tool built to last on any job site - • **Lightweight & Ergonomic:** Designed for comfort during repetitive use without fatigue - • **Versatile Compatibility:** Works seamlessly with all Gripple tensioners up to 6mm cable diameter - • **Precision Tension Control:** Built-in gauge ensures exact cable tension every time ## Overview The Gripple Torq Tool is a lightweight, ergonomic wire tensioning device featuring a built-in gauge and a powerful 6:1 gear drive. It effortlessly tensions cables up to 880 lbs and is compatible with all Gripple tensioners up to 6mm diameter, making it the go-to tool for professional fence and trellis installations. ## Description Gripple Torq Tool - Wire Tensioning Tool for Cable Wire Fencing and Trellis Tightening Review: Nice tool. - Works great! It honestly feels and looks a little cheap. I was worried that it being some sort of plastic composite, that it wouldn’t be able to hold up. I’ve used it on at least 6 H posts with no problems so far. Review: Happy - Works great for light to medium duty tools. Made of plastic but haven't had any problems. ## Features - Designed with a built-in gauge, controlling the tension applied to the cable - Allows tensioning of cable up to 880 lbs with minimal effort due to the 6:1 gear drive mechanism - Whether tensioning fence wire or trellis wire rope for anchoring systems, The Torq Tensioning Tool will work on all Gripple tensioners up to a 6mm (¼ inch) diameter cable - Easy to use and lightweight for repetitive tensioning ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B001XQSNB8 | | Batteries Included? | No | | Batteries Required? | No | | Best Sellers Rank | #39,439 in Tools & Home Improvement ( See Top 100 in Tools & Home Improvement ) #82 in Wire Strippers | | Customer Reviews | 4.6 4.6 out of 5 stars (136) | | Date First Available | March 19, 2009 | | Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No | | Item Package Quantity | 1 | | Item Weight | 2.35 pounds | | Item model number | 288592 | | Manufacturer | GRIPPLE | | Material | Torq Tool | | Part Number | 288592 | | Power Source | ac | | Product Dimensions | 18 x 9.45 x 1.77 inches | ## Images ![Gripple Torq Tool - Wire Tensioning Tool for Cable Wire Fencing and Trellis Tightening - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51Bo9qzd-cL.jpg) ![Gripple Torq Tool - Wire Tensioning Tool for Cable Wire Fencing and Trellis Tightening - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71YbGFDmYmL.jpg) ![Gripple Torq Tool - Wire Tensioning Tool for Cable Wire Fencing and Trellis Tightening - Image 3](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81KJPJM46KL.jpg) ![Gripple Torq Tool - Wire Tensioning Tool for Cable Wire Fencing and Trellis Tightening - Image 4](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81VKpsMiNUL.jpg) ![Gripple Torq Tool - Wire Tensioning Tool for Cable Wire Fencing and Trellis Tightening - Image 5](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71k1+HpqAIL.jpg) ## Available Options This product comes in different **Material Type** options. ## Questions & Answers **Q: what is the difference between the torq tensioning tool and the "contractors tool", by gripple** A: The difference is that the contractors tool has steel handles that are a few inches longer than the torq tensioning tool **Q: Does this tool work on wire vises? such as one way anchor vise grape trellis tightening vice on amazon.** A: This tool will only work with the Gripple wire joiner. **Q: what tool do i need for wire suspenion light fixture** A: The torq wire tensioning tool will do what you need for tension **Q: What is the minimum diameter of wire this will tension?** A: This tool is used to tension wire only with the Gripple tensioners. The wire diameter that can be tensioned is based completely on the gripple size. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Nice tool. *by A***. on February 18, 2025* Works great! It honestly feels and looks a little cheap. I was worried that it being some sort of plastic composite, that it wouldn’t be able to hold up. I’ve used it on at least 6 H posts with no problems so far. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Happy *by T***R on August 10, 2025* Works great for light to medium duty tools. Made of plastic but haven't had any problems. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great tool *by K***C on April 8, 2026* I was skeptical of the gripple stuff but my mind is definitely changed now. This product along with the rest make fencing much easier than before. Definitely worth the money. Was able to tighten wires up very easily with this tool. Made it much faster than my previous methods. ## Frequently Bought Together - Gripple Torq Wire Tensioning Tool - Gripple Plus Medium 20 Pack | Wire Joiner | Wire Tensioner | Works with 10-14 Gauge Wire & 15.5 Gauge Barbed Wire - Large Gripple 10-7.5ga. - 20 Pk --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/12677483-gripple-torq-tool-wire-tensioning-tool-for-cable-wire-fencing](https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/12677483-gripple-torq-tool-wire-tensioning-tool-for-cable-wire-fencing) --- *Product available on Desertcart United Kingdom* *Store origin: GB* *Last updated: 2026-05-27*