WIRE
ROPE REFERENCE GUIDE
Disclaimer:
Weights and figures are for reference only. It is recommeded to
consult an independent engineer or other qualified persons before
fabricating your own assemblies.
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1X7
GALVANIZED STEEL
STRAND CONSTRUCTION
For
use where a stiff wire is preferred. |
| DIAMETER |
LBS.
PER
1000/FT |
NOMINAL
BREAKING
STRENGTH IN LBS. |
| 1/16" |
8.5 |
500 |
| 1/8" |
32 |
1830 |
| 3/16" |
73 |
3990 |
|
|
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1X19
GALVANIZED STEEL
STRAND CONSTRUCTION
Stronger and more flexible
than the 1x7. |
| DIAMETER |
LBS.
PER
1000/FT |
NOMINAL
BREAKING
STRENGTH IN LBS. |
| 1/16" |
8.5 |
500 |
| 1/8" |
32 |
2100 |
| 3/16" |
77 |
4700 |
|
|
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7X7
GALVANIZED STEEL
STRAND CONSTRUCTION
A
moderately flexible cable which is used when abrasion is
a factor. |
| DIAMETER |
LBS.
PER
1000/FT |
NOMINAL
BREAKING
STRENGTH IN LBS. |
| 1/16" |
7.5 |
480 |
| 3/32" |
16 |
920 |
| 1/8" |
28.5 |
1700 |
| 5/32" |
43 |
2600 |
| 3/16" |
62 |
3700 |
| 1/4"
|
106 |
6100 |
|
|
 |
7X19
GALVANIZED STEEL
STRAND CONSTRUCTION
A very flexible cable
which is used with pulleys. |
| DIAMETER |
LBS.
PER
1000/FT |
NOMINAL
BREAKING
STRENGTH IN LBS. |
| 1/16" |
7.5 |
480 |
| 3/32" |
17 |
1000 |
| 1/8" |
29 |
2000 |
| 5/32" |
45 |
2800 |
| 3/16" |
65 |
4200 |
| 1/4"
|
110 |
7000 |
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