{"title":"Wire Rope","description":"\u003ch2\u003eWire Rope \u0026amp; Steel Cable\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWire rope is selected by matching the cable construction to the job it needs to do. A rope used on a crane line may need different handling, strength, and crush resistance than cable used for railing, fencing, winching, or general tie-down work. Fasteners Plus carries wire rope and steel cable for rigging, lifting, pulling, support, marine, construction, agricultural, and industrial applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAvailable options include bright steel, galvanized, stainless steel, vinyl-coated cable, aircraft cable, and rotation-resistant wire rope. Many selections are available by the foot or in full coils, with custom wire rope assemblies available when your job requires specific end fittings, lengths, or configurations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eUnderstanding Wire Rope Construction\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWire rope is made from individual wires that are formed into strands, then wrapped around a center core. The number of strands, the number of wires in each strand, and the type of core all affect how the rope handles under load.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs a general rule, wire rope with more wires per strand is more flexible and better suited for repeated bending. Wire rope with fewer, larger wires usually provides better abrasion resistance and is often preferred where the rope may drag, rub, or see rough contact.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIWRC vs. Fiber Core Wire Rope\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe core sits at the center of the rope and supports the outer strands. An \u003cstrong\u003eIWRC\u003c\/strong\u003e, or Independent Wire Rope Core, is made from steel and provides better crush resistance, strength, and stability under heavier loads. This makes IWRC wire rope a common choice for cranes, hoists, winches, and heavy-duty rigging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA \u003cstrong\u003efiber core\u003c\/strong\u003e is made from natural or synthetic fibers. Fiber core wire rope is typically more flexible and easier to handle, but it does not provide the same crush resistance as a steel core and is not usually the best option for high-heat or high-pressure applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon Wire Rope Classes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWire rope class gives a quick indication of strand and wire count. It does not always describe the exact construction, but it helps compare flexibility, fatigue resistance, and abrasion resistance across different rope families.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"overflow: auto;\"\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"min-width: 300px; border-spacing: 2px;\" cellpadding=\"5\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cb\u003eClass\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cb\u003eOuter Strands\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cb\u003eTypical Wires Per Strand\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/6x19-wire-rope\"\u003e6x19\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e16-26\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/6x37-wire-rope\"\u003e6x37\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e27-49\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/6x26-impact-swaged-wire-rope-rotation-resistant\"\u003e6x26\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e19-36\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/bright-wire-rope-19x7-eips-iwrc-spin-resist\"\u003e19x7\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e19\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3-14\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/19x19-compacted-bright-wire-rope-eips-iwrc-rotation-resistant\"\u003e19x19\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e19\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e16-26\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/bright-wire-rope-8x25-eips-iwrc-spin-resist\"\u003e8x19\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e16-26\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to Pick the Right Wire Rope\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe best wire rope for your application depends on how the rope will be loaded, how often it will bend, where it will be used, and what hardware will be installed with it. Before choosing a cable, compare the following factors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDiameter\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWire rope diameter is measured across the widest point of the rope. Larger diameters generally provide higher breaking strength, but they also require properly matched fittings, clips, thimbles, sleeves, sheaves, and other hardware.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMaterial Grade\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIPS:\u003c\/strong\u003e Improved Plow Steel is commonly used in lighter steel cable and aircraft cable constructions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEIPS:\u003c\/strong\u003e Extra Improved Plow Steel provides greater tensile strength than IPS and is widely used for heavy-duty non-stainless wire rope.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eType 304 Stainless Steel:\u003c\/strong\u003e A strong corrosion-resistant option for outdoor, architectural, commercial, and general industrial applications.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eType 316 Stainless Steel:\u003c\/strong\u003e A marine-grade stainless option with added corrosion resistance for saltwater, coastal, chemical, and highly corrosive environments.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFinish\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBright Steel:\u003c\/strong\u003e Uncoated steel wire rope with lubrication for reduced internal friction. Best for dry or controlled environments.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGalvanized:\u003c\/strong\u003e Zinc-coated wire rope that provides better protection against moisture and outdoor exposure.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVinyl Coated:\u003c\/strong\u003e Steel cable with an added outer coating for surface protection, improved handling, and certain railing or light-duty applications.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eLay Direction\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLay describes the direction the wires and strands are wrapped. Right regular lay is one of the most common options and is used in many general-purpose wire rope applications because it offers stable handling and helps reduce kinking when properly installed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWire Rope, Steel Cable \u0026amp; Aircraft Cable\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese terms are often used interchangeably, but they usually describe different size ranges and uses. Steel cable and aircraft cable generally refer to smaller-diameter cable used for railing, fencing, controls, winching, and lighter-duty applications. Wire rope is commonly used to describe larger-diameter rope used for lifting, hoisting, rigging, suspension, and heavy pulling applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eComplete Your Wire Rope Setup\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFasteners Plus carries compatible \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/rigging-hardware\"\u003erigging hardware\u003c\/a\u003e and wire rope fittings, including \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/turnbuckles\"\u003eturnbuckles\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/anchor-bow-chain-and-d-shackles\"\u003eshackles\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/wire-rope-thimbles\"\u003ewire rope thimbles\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/wire-rope-clips\"\u003ewire rope clips\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/wire-rope-sleeves-stops\"\u003ewire rope sleeves and stops\u003c\/a\u003e, and \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/wire-rope-slings\"\u003ewire rope slings\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eNeed Help Choosing?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you are comparing wire rope sizes, finishes, cores, or fittings, our product specialists can help you find the right cable and compatible hardware for your application.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0277\/8644\/4936\/collections\/media_eb4ca571-b38b-4cfb-95d0-8ac6c97e92a8.jpg?v=1756840769","url":"https:\/\/www.fastenersplus.com\/collections\/wire-rope.oembed","provider":"Fasteners Plus","version":"1.0","type":"link"}