Stage-Ready Sleeves

Published 05/07/2026

A bright metal sleeve can catch light, reflect onstage and draw unwanted attention. A flat black oxide finish is better suited for support structures, scenic elements, lighting positions, cable assemblies and other rigging details that need to perform without becoming part of the production.

NicopressĀ® Black Oxide Copper Oval Sleeves are availableĀ  for wire rope sizes from 1/16 in. through 5/8 in., with select metric equivalents ranging from 1 mm to 16 mm. The product family gives crews a broad range of options for small scenic cable assemblies through larger support applications.

Across the range, these sleeves are designed for wire rope eye splices and lap splices, made from black oxide copper and intended as part of the complete Nicopress system using the correct matching sleeve size, Nicopress crimping tool, and final crimp verification using the Nicopress Go-Gauge.

Nicopress also supports more specialized entertainment rigging needs, including connectors designed for rotation-resistant wire rope where load control, cable behavior and finished appearance all play a role in safety and success.

Together, these products help crews build connections that are strong enough to trust and subtle enough not to distract.

See even more entertainment rigging solutions from Nicopress.