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Example: Severe crown wire breaks on a 10-strand overhead crane wire rope. Crown breaks originate at the OUTSIDE of the rope at the contact point between rope and sheave/drum.
Remove the rope from service even if you find a SINGLE individual wire break which originates from inside of the rope. These so called VALLEY breaks have shown to be the cause for unexpected complete rope failures.
These 3 picture show what happens when you connect a left-lay rope to a right-lay rope, as done with this boom pendant extension. Both ropes are opening up to the point where the strands are nearly parallel to each other; they completely untwisted themselves and developed excessive wire breaks.
The result of such non-tensioning of the layers are looping of individual wires, completely crushed strands, total deterioration of a non-rotating rope due to gross neglect of inspection procedure.
NOTE: For a more indepth discussion on wire rope discard and inspection we suggest to attend our “Wire Rope” and “SlingMax® Rigger’s Mortis Seminar”. Call 1.800.457.9997 for details and dates.
The 6X25 galvanized industrial wire rope is made of six strands of 25 wires, making it an exceptionally strong and durable choice for heavy-duty applications.
It features a drawn strand surface, which minimizes abrasions and friction. Drawn galvanized ropes have the same breaking strength as bright wire rope, with additional wear protection on the exterior.
The galvanized wire rope features an independent wire rope core (IWRC) for additional internal support that helps to increase the strength and longevity of the rope for heavy-duty applications.
While some use these two terms interchangeably, technically wire rope refers to a diameter greater than 3/8”. Cable rope - also called aircraft cable - applies to all smaller variations.
Consequently, aircraft cable is only used for lighter-duty purposes, such as winch lines, fences, and railings, while wire rope can be using for lifting, towing, hoisting, etc. Both are ideal for outdoor environments because the strength and length remain constant regardless of whether they are wet or dry.
If you are looking for an option specifically designed for lifting, check out our wire rope slings. They come in a number of configurations - choices include leg count, end hardware, and more.
Generally composed of wires, strands, and a core shaped in a spiral pattern, wire rope is incredibly durable. Steel wires are aligned in a precise helix geometric pattern to form a strand in a process known as "stranding." A "closing" comes next, where the strands are laid around the core to form a wire rope.
The greater the diameter, the greater the break strength. Our selection of 1/8" stainless steel cable has a break strength of less than 2,000 lbs., while our 2-1/2" wire rope has a break strength of more than 600,000 lbs.!
Right hand and left hand designations indicate which way the strands wrap around the core of the steel rope, while regular lay and Lang lay designations specify which way the wires that make up the strand are formed in the helix pattern.
Regular lay means the wires are rotated opposite the direction of the strands around the core. Lang lay means the wires are twisted in the same direction as the strands wrapped around the wire rope core.
Our wire rope lay is right hand regular lay, with strands wrapped around the core to the right, and the wires making up the strand turned and rotated to the left.
Independent wire rope cores (IWRC) are made from steel, offer more support to the outer strands, and have a higher resistance to crushing. IWRC also offer more resistance to heat and increase the strength of the rope.
This refers to how many strands make up the rope and how many wires make up one strand. For instance, a 6x26 wire rope has 6 strands around a core with 26 wires making up each strand.
All wires consist of layer(s) arranged in a specific pattern around a center. Pattern designation is affected by the size of the wires, the number of layers, and the wires per layer. Wires can utilize either a single pattern style or a combination of them, known as a combined pattern:
Warrington - Two layers of wires. The outer layer has two diameters of wire (alternating between large and small), while the inner layer has one diameter.
Although wire rope is extremely strong, it can become damaged with improper use, making it unsafe to use. It"s important to have regular inspections for breaks, corrosion, overuse wear, and kinks.
Our rigging supplies category includes hardware and accessories for cranes, dredging, excavating, hoists & winches, logging, and marine uses. If you"re unsure what you need or have questions, call for help from our product specialists with expertise in wire rope/cable rigging supplies.
6x36 is a flexible general engineering wire rope readily available in galvanised, ungalvanised and marine grade stainless steel. The wire rope has an equal lay construction (warrington seale) and achieves a superior breaking load to the 6x19 construction range. The construction has been designed to give a flexible rope with a good fatigue life. A 6x36 wire rope is available with either FC (fibre core) or IWRC (independent wire rope core) and is used for a wide range of applications, examples of which are shown below:
Galvanized wire rope is categorized by number of strands in its construction. We supply most of them but we concentrate on the two major categories of galvanized (and ungalvanized or bright) wire rope. These “classes” are referred to as 6x19 and 6x36. Within each category of galvanized wire rope there are different “constructions” illustrated in the tables below.
Wire rope, galvanized and ungalvanized is used for many kinds of projects and applications. No matter the application galvanized wire rope must be used properly to insure the safest working conditions. All of our galvanized wire rope is manufactured to meet or exceed Federal Specification RRW-410 and is mill certified.
All of these general purpose wire ropes are available in full reels, custom cut sizes or as part of a custom made wire rope sling. Contact us today for more information.
Galvanized wire rope also comes in different strength categories (IPS and EIPS) and different cores (FC or fiber core and IWRC or independent wire rope core). Relevant data for each is listed in the table below.
As specialist for manufacturing quality steel wire ropes over 20 years, our company can supply strong, durable and reliable ropes that capable to minimize your downtime and maximize cost effectiveness. Decades of experience we owned make us know clearly the work you do and capable to provide professional guidance.
We select the best steel or stainless steel as raw material for wire rope manufacturing. Our products are manufactured under strict quality managements and test before they leave the factory.
Our engineers can provide professional advice about picking up optimal steel wire ropes for their application, installation guidance to ensure maximum return in their wire rope system.
If you are going to pick up steel wire ropes that suit your project perfectly, you must have an ideal about the construction about them. Our company can supply bright wire rope, galvanized wire rope, stainless steel wire rope, compacted wire rope, rotation resistant wire ropes, mining wire rope, elevator wire rope, crane wire rope and gas & oilfield wire ropes. Here are some details to solve the problem that may puzzle you whether you are browsing the web or picking up steel wire ropes.
Bright steel wire ropes mean no surface treatment is applied to the rope. Therefore, they have the lower price among these three wire ropes. Generally, they are fully lubricated to protect the rope from rust and corrosion.
Galvanized steel wire ropes feature compressed zinc coating for providing excellent corrosion resistance. With higher break strength yet lower price than stainless steel, galvanized steel wire ropes are widely used in general engineering applications such as winches and security ropes.
Stainless steel wire ropes, made of quality 304, 305, 316 steels, are the most corrosive type for marine environments and other places subjected to salt water spray. Meanwhile, bright and shiny appearance can be maintained for years rather than dull as galvanized steel wire ropes.
Steel wire ropes are composed of multiple strands of individual wires that surrounding a wire or fiber center to form a combination with excellent fatigue and abrasion resistance. These wires and strands are wound in different directions to from different lay types as follows:
Beside above lay types, alternative lay ropes which combine regular lay and lang lay together and ideal for boom hoist and winch lines, can also be supplied as your request.
Two main methods about seizing steel wire ropes in conjunction with soft or annealing wire or strands to protect cut ends of the ropes form loosening.
For use in lifting and rigging, securement, and general purpose, the 6x19 wire rope class comprises either a wire rope core or a fiber core. The wire rope core is its own wire rope construction, most commonly 7x7. This is known as IWRC (Interdependent Wire Rope Core), meaning it moves independent to the outer strands. It’s mostly used in winch-type applications. Within the fiber core wire rope, the fiber core is made of natural or synthetic fiber, which can provide excellent flexibility and resistance to contact pressure, and can store lubrication to reduce the friction between wire strands effectively.
The bright class of industrial wire rope is produced without a surface treatment—making the rope less likely to untwist or kink while giving it a stronger crush resistance than lay ropes. Generally, they are fully lubricated to protect the rope from rust and corrosion.
Galvanized wire rope (steel) features a compressed zinc coating for providing excellent corrosion resistance. With higher break strength, yet lower price than stainless steel wire rope, galvanized steel wire rope is widely used in general engineering applications such as winches and security ropes.
The 6x19 wire rope class is made up of six strands of between 16 and 26 wires per strand for additional wire rope strength and durability, with a maximum breaking strength of 69 tons. The 6x19 features IPS (Improved Plowed Steel), EIPS (Extra Improved Plowed Steel), or EEIPS (Extra Extra Improved Plowed Steel) grade wire rope. Also available in USA-made.
The 6x19 galvanized wire rope provides an excellent balance between fatigue and wear resistance. For use in lifting and rigging, securement, and general purpose, the 6x19 wire rope class comprises either a wire rope core or a fiber core.
The wire rope core is its own wire rope construction, most commonly 7x7. This is known as IWRC (Independent Wire Rope Core), meaning it moves independent to the outer strands. The 6x19 has larger outer wires, and is therefore more abrasion resistant, though its fatigue resistance is decreased—but overall, it"s is a good rope for withstanding abrasion or crushing on the drum. Galvanized wire rope (steel) features a compressed zinc coating for providing excellent corrosion resistance. With higher break strength, yet lower price than stainless steel, galvanized steel wire rope is widely used in general engineering applications such as winches and security ropes.
The 6x19 wire rope class is made up of six strands of between 16 and 26 wires per strand for additional wire rope strength and durability, with a maximum breaking strength of 69 tons. The 6x19 features IPS (Improved Plowed Steel), EIPS (Extra Improved Plowed Steel), or EEIPS (Extra Extra Improved Plowed Steel) grade wire rope. Also available in USA-made.
Wire rope consists of three basic components; while few in number, these vary in both complexity and configuration to produce ropes for specific purposes or characteristics. The three basic components of a standard wire ropedesign are: 1) wires that form the strand, 2) multi-wire strands laid helically around a core, and 3) the core.
Wire, for rope, is made in several materials and types; these include steel, iron, & stainless steelto name a few. By far, the most widely used material is high carbon steel. This is available in a variety of grades each of which has properties related to the basic curve for steel wire rope. Wire rope manufacturers select the wire type that is most appropriate for the requirement of the finished product.
Different grades of wire rope are available such as: improved plow steel (IPS), extra improved plow steel (EIPS), and extra extra improved plow steel (EEIPS). The plow steel curve forms the basis for calculating the strength of most steel rope wires, the tensile strenght (psi) of any steel wire grade is not constant, it varies with the diameter and is highest in the smallest wires.
The most common finish for wire rope is "bright" or uncoated. Steel wires may also be metallic coated with zinc (galvanized) or zinc/aluminum alloy (mischmetal). "Drawn galvanized" wire has the same strength as bright wire, but wire "galvanized at finished size" is usually 10% lower in strength. For other applications, different coatings are available.
Stainless steel wire rope, listed in order of frequency of use, are mode of AISI types 302/304, 316, and 305. Contrary to general belief, hard-drawn stainless type 302/304 is magnetic. Type 316 is less magnetic, and type 305 has a permeability low enough to qualify as non-magnetic.
Strands consists of two or more wires, laid in any one of many specific geometric arrangements, or in a combination of steel wires with some other materials such as natural or synthetic fibers. It is conceivable that a strand can be made up of any number of wires, or that a rope can have ay number of strands.
The core is the foundation of a wire rope; it is made of materials that will provide proper support for the strands under normal bending and loading conditions. Core materials include fibers (natural or synthetic) or steel. A steel core consists either of a astrand or an independent wire rope. The three most commonly used core designations are: fiber core (FC), independent wire rope core (IWRC), wire strand core (WSC), and wireline.
Horizon Cable Service also offers inspections and mobile proof test services for product verification, break testing and load testing to ensure compliance for all wire ropes we sell and repair. Our mobile proof test services are available throughout the United States. In addition to our mobile load testing services we have stationary beds to service Oklahoma, Texas, North Dakota, Wyoming, Kansas, New Mexico and all surrounding areas. Feel free to contact one of our industry professionals today at 866-369-9507.
Wire Rope 1x19 Stainless Steel AISI 316Most commonly used wire rope for yacht rigging. Wire rope with a high breaking load. Is generally used for shrouds, stays or guard rails. Also used for other applications.
Other sizes and information about 1x19 wire rope on request.Custom madeWant to make a quotation for your total rigging yourself? This is possible within the wire rope 1x19 section by following these 6 easy steps:
Eyes are mainly used as an attachment to rigging screws or forks. Eye terminals are engraved with the wire size and swage depth, making them easier to work with and to press or swage onto the wire.
Forged from low carbon stainless steel AISI 316L every Petersen Forged Swage Eye is increadibly strong and light. Petersen swage eyes can be used with many different wire-rope constructions.
Fork terminals are amongst the most commonly used wire end fittings, they are normally attached to pre drilled anchor plates or steel constructions. Also used in combination with toggles, eyes or U-bolts.
Fork terminals are amongst the most commonly used wire end fittings, they are normally attached to pre drilled anchor plates or steel constructions. Also used in combination with toggles, eyes or U-bolts.
The "T" Terminals all features, engraved wire size, Blue Wave logo, and swage depth marking for faster and easier swaging. Be aware t-terminal fitting is mast brand related, exact dimensions are critical for proper function.
Be aware Stemball terminals are mast brand related, exact dimensions are critical for proper function. Stemball terminals can be used in combination with Blue Wave Cups.
Swage Stemballs from Petersen are forged from low carbon stainless steel AISI 316L and is incredibly strong. Petersen swage stemballs can be used with many different wire-rope constructions.
Thread Terminals UNF all feature engraved wire size, Blue Wave logo, and swage depth marking for faster and easier swaging. The UNF thread is more refined compared to metric and has a longer life span.
Metric thread is less refined compared to UNF thread and more subjected to wear. In general the thread terminal on the wire side is right-handed, thereby left-handed thread is the exception.
Nicopress Copper and Zinc-Plated Copper Oval/Duplex Compression sleeves (sometimes called ferrules), are used for making eye and lap splices on wire rope. They are economical and can hold approximately 100% of the cable"s rated breaking strength, depending on the cable size and type used and conform to MS51844. We have determined through pull-testing that Nicopress Oval Sleeves will hold military specification grade aircraft cable in tension until it breaks, when the cable is made to military specifications for 3x7. 7x7, 7x19 and 6x19 IWRC and correctly applied with Nicopress Tools. Here used in combination with a thimble.