Used in overhead lifting, securing, and moving heavy loads in construction, manufacturing, oil and gas drilling/fracing, and many other industries. Wire rope is particularly well suited for uses in which the rope is exposed to wet conditions over time, such as dams, marinas, and nuclear power. Stainless 6 x 36 is occasionally used for highway work, although it is more often used for handrails for commercial or residential outdoor decks and walkways according to manufacturer specifications (see specs below).
Diameter | Min. Breaking Strength | Approx. Weight Per 100′ |
1/2 | 18,360 | 43 |
9/16 | 21,760 | 54 |
5/8 | 28,260 | 67 |
3/4 | 39,960 | 96 |
7/8 | 53,730 | 131 |
1 | 69,570 | 170 |
1 1/8 | 82,110 | 216 |
1 1/4 | 100,640 | 266 |
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