stainless steel wire rope specifications in stock

We stock all kinds of type 304 Stainless steel aircraft cable and type 316 stainless steel aircraft cable both also known as SSAC. Applications of stainless steel cable vary but SSAC is often used in industries such as architectural for decks and docks, rigging for sail boats, the food industry and water treatment facilities. is utilized in environments where corrosion resistance is required.

At Worldwide Enterprises, we have provided stainless steel aircraft cable for decades to riggers and designers for some of the highest profile and demanding applications including racing vessels, award winning architectural designs and clean environment conditions in the food and water treatment industries.

In addition to the stainless steel aircraft cable specs listed below we also stock a full line of larger diameter stainless steel wire ropes in many different constructions. For more information about our stainless steel aircraft cable and stainless steel hardware and fittings please contact us today.

Stainless Steel Wire Ropes are an important part of our core product range. We keep stock of AISI 316 Marine Grade Stainless Steel Wire Rope from 0.5mm up to 26mm in various constructions including: 1X19, 7X7, 7X19 and 6X36 wire core.

Providing high quality materials is an extremely important part of our ethos which is why our stainless steel wire ropes are produced in accordance with BSMA29 standards by one of the leading stainless steel wire rope manufacturers in the world.

Our ropes are used in demanding conditions and it is therefore vital that the tolerance and chemical composition of the material is as per the required AISI 316 requirements. Applications and markets include:structural and architectural, balustrade, yacht rigging and Stay Wire applications.

Just to keep people confused, sometimes we call it Guy Wire Cable, sometimes we call it Aircraft Cable, sometimes just Wire Rope. Choosing a Wire Rope for the first time, or even the tenth time can be a daunting task. We start off with a strange term like aircraft cable, which is deceiving if you are trying to buy a wire for construction or marine rigging rather than aerospace applications. Since aerospace was the first place where Wire Rope was used commonly, the stringent requirements associated with this industry were the guiding force behind how wire rope is broken into specific categories. Thankfully here at U.S. Rigging, we have put together a guide that should help to simplify and demystify some of the important factors associated with picking out a Wire Rope.

It may be easiest to start out using one of our premium wire ropes as an example to break things down a bit. Unless you are using your guy wire in a marine rigging application or another context that involves saltwater or extreme moisture, you are going to want to use 7x19 Nylon Coated Galvanized Wire Rope for your most heavy-duty uses. While Galvanized Steel does not resist saltwater or moisture as stainless steel does, it is very resistant to wear, corrosion, and abrasion. the 19 wire, 7 strand design of this rope means that this particular model is also engineered to be especially flexible. Just to add another element to this rope’s Nylon Coating adds resistance to friction and heat.

Wire Ropes are measured by two factors - how many wires are included in each line and how many strands are included within these wires. If you try to read this sentence too many times, it may give you a headache, so here are some examples.

When you are choosing your wire cable, there is a general rule of thumb. Large wires generally stand up very well to abrasion but are not as resistant to fatigue as smaller wires. the size of the rope will help to determine both its strength and flexibility.

For the most part, Galvanized Steel is a little easier on your wallet than Stainless Steel and it will take a lot of abuse without much damage to show. However Galvanized Steel is not quite as strong as Stainless Steel and it can’t be used in jobs where the rope may be exposed to saltwater or excessive moisture.

If you really need to save some cash, bare guy wire cables can hold up pretty decent in some applications. However, if you want your cable to hold up against the elements and friction, you are going to want to look into something with some kind of coating on it. You can choose between a Nylon Coat or Vinyl Coating.

Type 302/304 stainless steel is the standard alloy for use in wire rope and cable. It has about the same strength as galvanized rope or cable but is much more corrosion resistant. It can be used in most industrial atmospheres and has acceptable corrosion resistance when used in marine- and salt water.

Type 316 stainless steel is the standard high corrosion resistant steel for rope and cable. It is resistant to many chemicals in the pulp and paper, photographic, food processing and textile industries. It has the best pitting resistance in marine and salt water and can be used in temperatures up to 480°C (900°F).

Hold everything together with the Jumbl 316 Grade Stainless-Steel Wire Rope, 250 Ft. Use this heavy-duty rope when working with hefty materials. This stainless-steel wire rope is great for fencing and hanging things you want to stay perfectly in place. With a breaking strength of 1,510 lbs., this is the type of reliable rope you do not have to worry about snapping.

Viable anywhere needed, use this stainless-steel cable indoors or outdoors. Stick with Jumbl to get strong, sturdy wire rope you can depend on for all your renovating and construction needs.

Braided to last longer – This durable wire rope is made up of 7 x 7 stainless-steel strands. These strands are braided together to create rope built to last.

For construction needs – Great for making renovations inside or outside the home. Hang up your heavy tools or thread the railing of your stairs with this rope.

Wire rope is technically defined as multi-wire strands laid geometrically around a core while also used more generally as a term to classify multiple product families including aircraft cable, coated aircraft cable, general purpose wire rope, strand, rotation resistant wire rope, compacted/swaged wire rope, and cable laid wire rope.

Aircraft cable does not fit the definition of wire rope in the strictest sense as it does not have an independent core, but rather a strand core, in which the center is one of the strands that is laid with the outside strand layers. Aircraft cable is available in diameters 3/8" or less with breaking strengths similar to that of equal diameter independent wire rope core (IWRC) and is available in stainless steel and galvanized steel.

Wire rope can be galvanized via three processes. Listed from least corrosion-resistant to the most corrosion-resistant, they are electro-galvanizing, hot-dip galvanizing, and drawn-galvanizing. In addition to being the most corrosion-resistant types of galvanized wire rope, drawn-galvanized has another added benefit which is a breaking strength that is the same as bright wire rope does. Electro-galvanized and hot-dip galvanized wire rope have breaking strengths that are approximately 10% lower.

Wire rope is specified by the number of strands in the rope, the number of wires in each strand, and a description of the core’s material of construction. For example, the notation “6x7 FC” means that the rope has six strands with seven wires in each strand and a fiber core. Commonly used core designations include FC (fiber core), independent wire rope core (IWRC), wire strand core (WSC), and poly core (PC).

There are two elements to wire rope lubrication, the core, and outer strands. IWRC wire rope always has a lubricated core (unless specially ordered as otherwise). Bright wire rope always has lubricated outer strands.  Galvanized wire rope can be manufactured in either dry finish or lubricated with respect to the outer strands.  Typically stainless steel wire rope is manufactured with a lubricated IWRC and dry finish outer strands.

Fortune Rope has wire rope in stock and available for immediate delivery in 6x19 Class (wire rope having 15 through 26 wires per strand), and 6x37 Class (wire rope having 27 through 46 wires per strand); both classes are available in fiber core and IWRC (Independent Wire Rope Core) types. The 6x19 Class of wire rope ranges in diameters from 1/4" to 1-1/4", with a breaking strength (tensile strength) from 2.74 to 69.4 tons. The 6x37 Class of wire rope ranges in diameters from 1/4" to 1 and 1/4", with a breaking strength (tensile strength) from 2.74 to 69.4 tons.

More wires per strand than other wire rope provides the flexibility required for repeat bending over drums and pulleys and the stainless steel wire rope withstands outdoor and washdown applications.

CWI companies manufacture and stock the broadest range of domestic aircraft cable and wire rope in the USA, available to commercial and military specifications in stainless steel, galvanized carbon steel, and a variety of other alloys. We provide products "made and melted in America", "Made in the USA" through our United States based manufacturing facility that ensure your supply chain meets the Buy American Act or the Buy America Act when required. CWI is a fully integrated manufacturer: drawing wire, stranding cable, extruding jacketing material and providing custom products, configurations and processes when you require them.

Here at Murphy Industrial Products, Inc., we offer a wide range of steel wire ropes to meet your needs. The advantages include being long-lasting and being able to withstand a variety of elements.

Steel is a metal that has different elements, making it able to resist corrosion well. Wire rope might have stainless steel in them, making them long-lasting. The material in the metal allows it to withstand harsh elements, such as salt spray. You can find many configurations of the rope, and it is not hard to form it into a mesh for various openings.

Of course, compared to other forms of rope, a wire is much more durable. You do not need to worry about it wearing down because of abrasion, as you do with other types of rope. Instead, it is easy for you to reuse the same string for a range of applications. You will find the investment is worthwhile and that you are happy you spent the money.

Are you looking for the right stainless-steel wire rope for your facility? Turn to Murphy Industrial Products, Inc. today. We are more than happy to help you find the best 3/8 stainless steel cable to get the job done. Feel free to contact us today if you would like to know more about our services and how we can help you. Our specialists are here and ready to assist you in any way possible.