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Difficult-to-Bend Corrosion-Resistant Wire Rope—Not for Lifting

1 x 7

1 x 19

Often used as bracing and guy wires, individual strands are thick solid wire for a stiff construction. Choose this stainless steel wire rope for outdoor and washdown applications. Individual wire strands are preformed to maintain their shape and prevent rope from unraveling when cut. Extra-lubricated wire rope has an additional coating of lubrication for added wear and corrosion resistance.

18-8 stainless steel has good corrosion resistance.

316 stainless steel has excellent corrosion resistance.

For technical drawings and 3-D models, click on a part number.

18-8 Stainless Steel
Dia.	Capacity, lbs.	Recommended Pulley/Drum Dia.	Lubrication	Specifications Met	Lengths, ft.		Per Ft.
1 × 7—Strand Core
1/16"	100	Not Rated	Lubricated	__	50, 100, 250, 500	0000000	00000
1/16"	100	Not Rated	Extra Lubricated	MIL-DTL-87161	50, 100, 250, 500	0000000	000
3/32"	200	Not Rated	Lubricated	__	25, 50, 100, 250, 500	0000000	0000
1/8"	350	Not Rated	Lubricated	__	25, 50, 100, 250, 500	0000000	0000
3/16"	750	Not Rated	Lubricated	__	25, 50, 100, 250	0000000	0000
1/4"	1,700	Not Rated	Lubricated	__	25, 50, 100, 250	0000000	0000
3/8"	3,600	Not Rated	Lubricated	__	25, 50, 100, 250	0000000	0000
1 × 19—Strand Core
1/16"	100	Not Rated	Lubricated	__	50, 100, 250, 500	0000000	000
1/16"	100	Not Rated	Extra Lubricated	MIL-DTL-87161	50, 100, 250, 500	0000000	000
5/64"	150	Not Rated	Lubricated	__	25, 50, 100, 250, 500	00000000	000
5/64"	150	Not Rated	Extra Lubricated	MIL-DTL-87161	25, 50, 100, 250, 500	0000000	000
3/32"	200	Not Rated	Lubricated	__	25, 50, 100, 250, 500	0000000	000
3/32"	200	Not Rated	Extra Lubricated	MIL-DTL-87161	25, 50, 100, 250, 500	0000000	000
1/8"	400	Not Rated	Lubricated	__	25, 50, 100, 250, 500	0000000	0000
1/8"	400	Not Rated	Extra Lubricated	MIL-DTL-87161	25, 50, 100, 250, 500	0000000	0000
5/32"	650	Not Rated	Lubricated	__	25, 50, 100, 250	0000000	0000
5/32"	650	Not Rated	Extra Lubricated	MIL-DTL-87161	25, 50, 100, 250	0000000	0000
3/16"	900	Not Rated	Lubricated	__	25, 50, 100, 250	0000000	0000
3/16"	900	Not Rated	Extra Lubricated	MIL-DTL-87161	25, 50, 100, 250	0000000	0000
1/4"	1,600	Not Rated	Lubricated	__	25, 50, 100, 250	0000000	0000
1/4"	1,600	Not Rated	Extra Lubricated	MIL-DTL-87161	5, 10, 25, 50, 100	0000000	0000
5/16"	2,500	Not Rated	Lubricated	__	25, 50, 100, 250	0000000	0000
5/16"	2,500	Not Rated	Extra Lubricated	MIL-DTL-87161	10, 25, 50, 100, 200, 250	0000000	0000
3/8"	3,500	Not Rated	Lubricated	__	25, 50, 100, 250	0000000	0000
3/8"	3,500	Not Rated	Extra Lubricated	MIL-DTL-87161	25, 50, 100, 250	0000000	0000
316 Stainless Steel
1 × 7—Strand Core
1/16"	90	Not Rated	Lubricated	__	50, 100, 250, 500	0000000	000
3/32"	200	Not Rated	Lubricated	__	25, 50, 100, 250, 500	0000000	000
1/8"	300	Not Rated	Lubricated	__	25, 50, 100, 250	0000000	0000
1 × 19—Strand Core
1/8"	350	Not Rated	Lubricated	__	25, 50, 100, 250	0000000	0000
3/16"	800	Not Rated	Lubricated	__	25, 50, 100, 250	0000000	0000
1/4"	1,300	Not Rated	Lubricated	__	10, 25, 50, 100, 250	0000000	0000
5/16"	2,100	Not Rated	Lubricated	__	25, 50, 100, 250	0000000	0000
3/8"	2,900	Not Rated	Lubricated	__	25, 50, 100, 250	0000000	0000

Difficult-to-Bend Wire Rope—Not for Lifting

Often used as bracing and guy wires, individual strands are thick solid wire for a stiff construction. The galvanized finish is corrosion resistant. Individual wire strands are preformed to maintain their shape and prevent rope from unraveling when cut. Extra-lubricated wire rope has an additional coating of lubrication for added wear and corrosion resistance. Often used as bracing and guy wires, individual strands are thick solid wire for a stiff construction.

For technical drawings and 3-D models, click on a part number.

1 × 7—Strand Core

1 x 7

Galvanized Steel
Dia.	Capacity, lbs.	Recommended Pulley/Drum Dia.	Lubrication	Specifications Met		100 ft. Lg.	250 ft. Lg.	500 ft. Lg.
1/4"	1,300	Not Rated	Lubricated	ASTM A475	0000000	00	0000000	0000000
5/16"	2,200	Not Rated	Lubricated	ASTM A475	0000000	00	000000	000000
3/8"	3,000	Not Rated	Lubricated	ASTM A475	0000000	0000000	000000	00
1/2"	5,300	Not Rated	Lubricated	ASTM A475	0000000	000000	000000	00

1 × 19—Strand Core

1 x 19

Galvanized Steel
Dia.	Capacity, lbs.	Recommended Pulley/Drum Dia.	Lubrication	Specifications Met	Lengths, ft.		Per Ft.
1/16"	100	Not Rated	Extra Lubricated	MIL-DTL-87161	50, 100, 250, 500	0000000	00000
3/32"	200	Not Rated	Extra Lubricated	MIL-DTL-87161	50, 100, 250, 500	0000000	000
1/8"	400	Not Rated	Extra Lubricated	MIL-DTL-87161	25, 50, 100, 250, 500	0000000	000
5/32"	650	Not Rated	Extra Lubricated	MIL-DTL-87161	25, 50, 100, 250, 500	0000000	0000
3/16"	900	Not Rated	Unlubricated	__	25, 50, 100, 250, 500	0000000	0000
1/4"	1,600	Not Rated	Unlubricated	__	25, 50, 100, 250, 300	0000000	0000

Difficult-to-Bend Coated Small-Diameter Braided Wire—Not for Lifting

This braided wire has a stiff construction for use as bracing and guy wires. The nylon coating protects the wire from abrasion. Made of 18-8 stainless steel, this wire rope has good corrosion resistance.

Note: When attaching fittings to coated wire rope, the coating must be removed from the installation area.

For technical drawings and 3-D models, click on a part number.

18-8 Stainless Steel
Dia.	Dia. with Coating	Capacity, lbs.	Recommended Pulley/Drum Dia.	Coating Color	Lubrication	Preformed	Temperature Range, °F	Lengths, ft.		Per Ft.
1 × 7—Strand Core
0.006"	0.01"	1	Not Rated	Clear	Lubricated	No	-40° to 180°	25, 50, 100, 300, 500	0000000	00000

Difficult-to-Bend Corrosion-Resistant Small-Diameter Braided Wire—Not for Lifting

1 x 7

1 x 19

This braided wire has a stiff construction for use as bracing and guy wires. This stainless steel braided wire can handle corrosive environments, such as areas that are frequently washed down. Individual wire strands are preformed to maintain their shape and prevent rope from unraveling when cut.

Extra-lubricated braided wire has an additional coating of lubrication for added wear and corrosion resistance.

For technical drawings and 3-D models, click on a part number.

18-8 Stainless Steel
Dia.	Capacity, lbs.	Recommended Pulley/Drum Dia.	Lubrication	Specifications Met	Lengths, ft.		Per Ft.
1 × 7—Strand Core
0.006"	1	Not Rated	Lubricated	__	50, 100, 200, 300, 500	0000000	00000
0.012"	5	Not Rated	Lubricated	__	50, 100, 200, 300, 500	000000	000
0.016"	8	Not Rated	Lubricated	__	50, 100, 200, 300, 500	00000000	000
0.018"	10	Not Rated	Lubricated	__	50, 100, 200, 300, 500	00000000	000
0.021"	10	Not Rated	Lubricated	__	50, 100, 200, 300, 500	00000000	000
0.024"	20	Not Rated	Lubricated	__	50, 100, 200, 300, 500	000000	000
0.027"	20	Not Rated	Lubricated	__	50, 100, 200, 300	00000000	000
0.031"	30	Not Rated	Lubricated	__	50, 100, 250, 500	0000000	000
0.031"	30	Not Rated	Extra Lubricated	MIL-DTL-87161	50, 100, 250, 500	00000000	000
0.038"	40	Not Rated	Lubricated	__	50, 100, 200, 300, 500	000000	000
0.047"	70	Not Rated	Lubricated	__	50, 100, 200, 300, 500	000000	000
0.047"	70	Not Rated	Extra Lubricated	MIL-DTL-87161	50, 100, 250, 500	00000000	000
1 × 19—Strand Core
0.031"	30	Not Rated	Lubricated	__	5, 10, 25, 50, 100, 250, 500	00000000	000
0.047"	70	Not Rated	Lubricated	__	50, 100, 200, 300, 500	00000000	000
0.047"	70	Not Rated	Extra Lubricated	MIL-DTL-87161	50, 100, 250, 500	0000000	000

Difficult-to-Bend Small-Diameter Braided Wire—Not for Lifting

This braided wire has a stiff construction for use as bracing and guy wires. This wire rope is often used for lightweight suspending applications, such as hanging light fixtures. The galvanized finish is corrosion resistant. Individual wire strands are preformed to maintain their shape and prevent rope from unraveling when cut. Extra-lubricated braided wire has an additional coating of lubrication for added wear and corrosion resistance.

For technical drawings and 3-D models, click on a part number.

Galvanized Steel
Dia.	Capacity, lbs.	Recommended Pulley/Drum Dia.	Lubrication	Specifications Met	Lengths, ft.		Per Ft.
1 × 7—Strand Core
0.031"	30	Not Rated	Extra Lubricated	MIL-DTL-87161	50, 100, 250, 500	0000000	00000
0.047"	70	Not Rated	Extra Lubricated	MIL-DTL-87161	50, 100, 250, 500	0000000	000

Create-Your-Own Lanyards—Not for Lifting

18-8 stainless steel rope is more corrosion resistant than galvanized steel.

Warning: Test all assemblies for required strength before use.

Lanyard Kits—Includes Compression Sleeves, Compression Tool with Built-In Rope Cutter, and Wire Rope

	Coating
Material	Material	Color	Lg., ft.	Sleeve Material (No. of)	Temp. Range, °F		Each
1/32" Dia.—1 × 7 Construction
18-8 Stainless Steel	Nylon Plastic	Black	30	Black-Oxide Brass (25)	10° to 175°	000000000	000000
18-8 Stainless Steel	Nylon Plastic	Clear	30	Nickel-Plated Brass (25)	10° to 175°	000000000	00000

Wire Rope

	Coating
Material	Material	Color	Flexibility	Lg., ft.	Temp. Range, °F		Each
1/32" Dia.—1 × 7 Construction
18-8 Stainless Steel	Nylon Plastic	Black	Difficult to Bend	30	10° to 175°	000000000	00000
18-8 Stainless Steel	Nylon Plastic	Clear	Difficult to Bend	30	10° to 175°	000000000	0000