The
breaking strength of new wire rope should be 5 times the size of the largest
load
for lifting applications, and 3 times the size of the largest load for pulling
applications.
Contact a reputable wire rope supplier for more information.
BREAKING
STRENGTH OF NEW WIRE ROPE (LB)
wire
rope diameter
7x19
Galvanized Aircraft Cable
304
Stainless Steel wire rope
1/8 in
-0.13
2,000
1,760
3/16 in
-0.19
4,200
3,700
1/4 in
-0.25
7,000
6,400
5/16 in
-0.31
9,800
9,000
3/8 in
-0.38
14,400
12,000
Values
shown are for reference only. When selecting a wire rope, use the breaking
strength specified by the rope manufacturer.
Wire Rope, How to order Wire
Rope, 7 x 19 Galvanized Aircraft Cable, 304 Stainless Steel Wire Rope,
Breaking Strength of New
Wire Rope (lb), Galvanized Aircraft with Swivel Hook & Swagged Ball
Fitting, and 304 Stainless Steel Wire Rope with SS Eye Hook
& Swagged Ball Fitting from your source for material handling equipment.