Description
Key Features
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Material: AISI 316 stainless steel, offering superior resistance to corrosion, pitting, and chemical exposure.
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Construction: 7×19 configuration provides excellent flexibility compared to 1×19 and 7×7 ropes.
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Finish: Smooth, polished stainless steel with high aesthetic appeal.
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Fatigue Resistance: Designed for use around pulleys, sheaves, and winches due to its high flexibility.
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Strength: High tensile strength combined with durable fatigue properties make it suitable for dynamic applications.
Performance Advantages
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Superior Marine-Grade Protection: Grade 316 contains molybdenum, increasing its resistance to saltwater, chlorides, and harsh weather conditions.
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Excellent Flexibility: Ideal for running rigging, lifting slings, fall-arrest systems, garage doors, barrier cables, and control cables.
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Smooth Operation: Offers quieter operation and less wear on equipment due to its flexible construction.
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Low Maintenance: Resists rust and staining, providing an extended service life even in demanding environments.
Typical Applications
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Marine rigging and mooring
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Balustrades, handrails, and architectural fixtures
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Winch cables and hoisting systems
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Aircraft controls (non-primary)
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Garage door mechanisms
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Safety barriers and fall-protection devices
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Industrial and commercial lifting where stainless resistance is critical
Technical Characteristics
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Diameters Available: Common sizes range from 2 mm up to 16 mm (other diameters available on request).
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Load Rating: Breaking loads increase with diameter; for example:
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4 mm: ~ 8.9 kN
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6 mm: ~ 19.5 kN
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8 mm: ~ 34.6 kN
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Safety Factors: Typically designed with 5:1, 7:1, or project-specific safety factors depending on application and relevant standards (e.g., SANS, ISO, ASME).
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Operating Temperature: Retains strength across a wide temperature range; suitable for most outdoor and industrial environments.
Compliance & Standards
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Manufactured to international specifications such as:
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ASTM A1023 / A1023M
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EN 12385
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ISO 2408
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Material composition compliant with AISI 316 (also known as EN 1.4401).
