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Wire Rope Identification

All constructions are available in right hand lay (as shown) or left hand lay
Wire Rope Round Strand Wire Rope Round Strand

Round Strand

Standard construction rope such as 6 x 36, 6 x 19, or 8 stranded, for general engineering use.
Wire Rope Compacted Strand Wire Rope Compacted Strand

Compacted Strand

Compressed strands giving higher tensile strength. Also note the flattened appearance of the outer wires, allowing greater wear resistance.
Wire Rope Multi Strand Wire Rope Multi Strand

Multi Strand

Non rotating ropes such as 17 x 7, 18 x 7, 19 x 7
Also available in compacted constructions for higher tensile strength.
Wire Rope Fibre Core Wire Rope Fibre Core

Fibre Core

The central core on which the wire is built can be made from natural or synthetic fibre. Assists with flexibility.
Wire Rope Wire Core Wire Rope Wire Core

Wire Core

The central core is made from wire or wire rope. More suitable for higher temperatures, and also resists crushing better in winch ropes.
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