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Wire Rope

7 × 7 Strand Core

The most common wire rope for hanging fixtures, tethering equipment, and constructing barriers. It balances flexibility and abrasion resistance —you can bend it if needed, but it has fewer wires that could break over time, so it lasts longer.

Warning: Not for overhead lifting.

Galvanized Steel—The outer layer resists moisture but can wear down when exposed to salt water and chemicals.

Wire Rope Construction—Strand cores are more crush and impact-resistant than hollow cores. However, you can run electrical wiring or fluid conduit through hollow core ropes.

Preformed—With each wire shaped into a spiral before being twisted onto the rope, they maintain their shape when cut. This keeps them from unraveling or poking equipment and users.

	Wt. Cap., lb.	Wire Rope Construction	Recommended Pulley/Drum Dia.	Preformed	Specifications Met	Choose a Length, ft.		Per Ft.
Galvanized Steel



	0.047"	50	7 × 7 Strand Core	2"	Yes	ASTM A1023	25 , 50 , 100 , 300 , 500	0000000	00000


	1/16"	90	7 × 7 Strand Core	2 5/8"	Yes	ASTM A1023	25 , 50 , 100 , 300 , 500	0000000	0000
	3/32"	150	7 × 7 Strand Core	3 15/16"	Yes	ASTM A1023	25 , 50 , 100 , 300 , 500	0000000	0000
	1/8"	300	7 × 7 Strand Core	5 1/4"	Yes	ASTM A1023	25 , 50 , 100 , 300 , 500	0000000	0000
	5/32"	500	7 × 7 Strand Core	6 9/16"	Yes	ASTM A1023	25 , 50 , 100 , 300 , 500	0000000	0000
	3/16"	700	7 × 7 Strand Core	7 7/8"	Yes	ASTM A1023	25 , 50 , 100 , 300 , 500	0000000	0000
	1/4"	1,200	7 × 7 Strand Core	10 1/2"	Yes	ASTM A1023	10 , 25 , 50 , 100 , 300	0000000	0000
	3/8"	2,600	7 × 7 Strand Core	15 3/4"	Yes	ASTM A1023	50 , 100 , 300	0000000	0000

Extra-Flexible Wire Rope for Lifting

6 × 19 IWRC

7 × 19 IWRC

Lift everything from heavy machinery to timber. With more than twice as many individual wires as standard wire rope, it bends easily without wear. Use it with cranes and hoists.

Warning: Never use wire rope to lift people or items over people.

Steel—Best for dry environments since moisture will cause this wire rope to rust.

High-Strength Steel—Higher carbon content makes this rope 10% stronger than standard steel rope, but it can rust when exposed to moisture. Also known as Extra Improved Plow Steel (EIPS) or Extra Extra Improved Plow Steel (EEIPS) rope.

High-Strength Galvanized Steel—Higher carbon content makes this wire rope 10% stronger than standard galvanized steel rope, while a thick outer layer protects it from corrosion. Also known as Extra Improved Plow Steel (EIPS) or Extra Extra Improved Plow Steel (EEIPS) rope.

Wire Rope Construction—Independent Wire Rope Core (IWRC) is the strongest wire rope construction.

Preformed—With each wire shaped into a spiral before being twisted onto the rope, they maintain their shape when cut. This keeps them from unraveling or poking equipment and users.

	Wt. Cap., lb.	Wire Rope Construction	Recommended Pulley/Drum Dia.	Preformed	Specifications Met	Choose a Length, ft.		Per Ft.
Steel



	3/16"	750	6 × 19 IWRC	6 3/8"	Yes	ASTM A1023	10 , 25 , 50 , 100 , 300	0000000	00000


	1/4"	1,300	6 × 19 IWRC	8 1/2"	Yes	ASTM A1023	10 , 25 , 50 , 100	0000000	0000
	5/16"	2,100	6 × 19 IWRC	10 5/8"	Yes	ASTM A1023	5 , 10 , 25 , 50 , 100	0000000	0000
	3/8"	3,000	6 × 19 IWRC	12 3/4"	Yes	ASTM A1023	5 , 10 , 25 , 50 , 100	0000000	0000
	7/16"	4,000	6 × 19 IWRC	12"	Yes	ASTM A1023	5 , 10 , 25 , 50 , 100	0000000	0000
	7/16"	4,000	6 × 19 IWRC	14 7/8"	Yes	ASTM A1023	5 , 10 , 25 , 50 , 100	0000000	0000
	7/16"	4,000	7 × 19 IWRC	11 3/8"	Yes	ASTM A1023	2 , 5 , 10 , 25 , 50 , 100	0000000	0000
	1/2"	5,300	6 × 19 IWRC	17"	Yes	ASTM A1023	5 , 10 , 25 , 50 , 100	0000000	0000
	9/16"	6,600	6 × 19 IWRC	16"	Yes	ASTM A1023	5 , 10 , 25 , 50 , 100	0000000	0000
	5/8"	8,200	6 × 19 IWRC	21 1/4"	Yes	ASTM A1023	5 , 10 , 25 , 50 , 100	0000000	00000


	High-Strength Steel



			3/8"	3,300	6 × 19 IWRC	12 3/4"	Yes	ASTM A1023	5 , 10 , 25 , 50 , 100	0000000	0000


			1/2"	5,800	6 × 19 IWRC	17"	Yes	ASTM A1023	5 , 10 , 25 , 50 , 100	0000000	0000
			5/8"	9,000	6 × 19 IWRC	21 1/4"	Yes	ASTM A1023	5 , 10 , 25 , 50 , 100	0000000	00000


			High-Strength Galvanized Steel



					1/4"	1,360	6 × 19 IWRC	8 1/2"	Yes	ASTM A1023	10 , 25 , 50 , 100	0000000	0000


					5/16"	2,105	6 × 19 IWRC	10 5/8"	Yes	ASTM A1023	10 , 25 , 50 , 100	0000000	0000
					3/8"	3,020	6 × 19 IWRC	12 3/4"	Yes	ASTM A1023	10 , 25 , 50 , 100	0000000	0000
					1/2"	5,320	6 × 19 IWRC	17"	Yes	ASTM A1023	10 , 25 , 50 , 100	0000000	0000

Ultra-Flexible Wire Rope for Lifting

Our most flexible wire rope. It contains the most individual wires within it, so it can bend around a small radius repeatedly without wear. Loop it around small pulleys and sheaves to lift and suspend equipment and materials.

Warning: Never use wire rope to lift people or items over people.

Steel—Best for dry environments since moisture will cause this wire rope to rust.

Galvanized Steel—The outer layer resists moisture but can wear down when exposed to salt water and chemicals.

Wire Rope Construction—Independent Wire Rope Core (IWRC) is the strongest wire rope construction.

Preformed—With each wire shaped into a spiral before being twisted onto the rope, they maintain their shape when cut. This keeps them from unraveling or poking equipment and users.

	Wt. Cap., lb.	Wire Rope Construction	Recommended Pulley/Drum Dia.	Preformed	Specifications Met	Choose a Length, ft.		Per Ft.
Steel



	1/4"	1,300	6 × 37 IWRC	6 1/2"	Yes	ASTM A1023	5 , 10 , 25 , 50 , 100	0000000	00000


	5/16"	2,100	6 × 37 IWRC	8 1/8"	Yes	ASTM A1023	5 , 10 , 25 , 50 , 100	0000000	0000
	3/8"	3,000	6 × 37 IWRC	9 3/4"	Yes	ASTM A1023	5 , 10 , 25 , 50 , 100	0000000	0000
	7/16"	4,000	6 × 37 IWRC	11 3/8"	Yes	ASTM A1023	5 , 10 , 25 , 50 , 100	0000000	0000
	1/2"	5,300	6 × 37 IWRC	13"	Yes	ASTM A1023	5 , 10 , 25 , 50 , 100	0000000	0000
	9/16"	6,700	6 × 37 IWRC	14 5/8"	Yes	ASTM A1023	5 , 10 , 25 , 50 , 100	0000000	00000
	5/8"	8,200	6 × 37 IWRC	16 1/4"	Yes	ASTM A1023	5 , 10 , 25 , 50 , 100	0000000	00000


	Galvanized Steel



			1/4"	1,300	6 × 37 IWRC	6 1/2"	Yes	ASTM A1023	5 , 10 , 25 , 50 , 100	0000000	0000


			3/8"	3,000	6 × 37 IWRC	9 3/4"	Yes	ASTM A1023	5 , 10 , 25 , 50 , 100	0000000	0000
			1/2"	5,300	6 × 37 IWRC	13"	Yes	ASTM A1023	5 , 10 , 25 , 50 , 100	0000000	0000


			High-Strength Steel



					3/8"	3,200	6 × 36 IWRC	8 5/8"	Yes	ASTM A1023	5 , 10 , 25 , 50 , 100	0000000	0000


					1/2"	5,600	6 × 36 IWRC	11 1/2"	Yes	ASTM A1023	5 , 10 , 25 , 50 , 100	0000000	0000
					1/2"	5,800	6 × 37 IWRC	13"	Yes	ASTM A1023	5 , 10 , 25 , 50 , 100	0000000	0000
					5/8"	8,600	6 × 36 IWRC	14 3/8"	Yes	ASTM A1023	5 , 10 , 25 , 50 , 100	0000000	0000
					5/8"	9,000	6 × 37 IWRC	16 1/4"	Yes	ASTM A1023	5 , 10 , 25 , 50 , 100	0000000	0000


					High-Strength Galvanized Steel



							5/16"	2,105	6 × 37 IWRC	8 1/8"	Yes	ASTM A1023	10 , 25 , 50 , 100	0000000	0000


							5/8"	8,240	6 × 37 IWRC	16 1/4"	Yes	ASTM A1023	10 , 25 , 50 , 100	0000000	00000

Extra-Flexible Wire Rope

6 × 19 Fiber Core

7 × 19 Strand Core

Wind this wire rope onto a winch or drum to pull and tow vehicles, trailers, and more. It contains more than twice as many individual wires as standard wire rope to bend easily without wear. All rope is manufactured in the U.S.

Warning: Not for overhead lifting.

Steel—Best for dry environments since moisture will cause this wire rope to rust.

Galvanized Steel—The outer layer resists moisture but can wear down when exposed to salt water and chemicals.

Wire Rope Construction—Strand cores are more crush and impact-resistant than fiber cores, but fiber core ropes bend more easily and absorb shock.

Preformed—With each wire shaped into a spiral before being twisted onto the rope, they maintain their shape when cut. This keeps them from unraveling or poking equipment and users.

	Wt. Cap., lb.	Wire Rope Construction	Recommended Pulley/Drum Dia.	Preformed	Specifications Met	Choose a Length, ft.		Per Ft.
Steel



	3/16"	650	6 × 19 Fiber Core	6 3/8"	Yes	ASTM A1023	10 , 25 , 50 , 100 , 300	0000000	00000


	1/4"	1,200	6 × 19 Fiber Core	8 1/2"	Yes	ASTM A1023	10 , 25 , 50 , 100 , 300	0000000	0000
	5/16"	1,800	6 × 19 Fiber Core	10 5/8"	Yes	ASTM A1023	5 , 10 , 25 , 50 , 100	0000000	0000
	3/8"	2,600	6 × 19 Fiber Core	12 3/4"	Yes	ASTM A1023	5 , 10 , 25 , 50 , 100	0000000	0000
	1/2"	4,700	6 × 19 Fiber Core	17"	Yes	ASTM A1023	5 , 10 , 25 , 50 , 100	0000000	0000
	5/8"	7,300	6 × 19 Fiber Core	21 1/4"	Yes	ASTM A1023	2 , 5 , 10 , 25 , 50 , 100	0000000	00000


	Galvanized Steel



			3/32"	200	7 × 19 Strand Core	2 7/16"	Yes	ASTM A1023	25 , 50 , 100 , 300 , 500	0000000	0000


			1/8"	400	7 × 19 Strand Core	3 1/4"	Yes	ASTM A1023	25 , 50 , 100 , 300 , 500	0000000	0000
			5/32"	550	7 × 19 Strand Core	4 1/16"	Yes	ASTM A1023	25 , 50 , 100 , 300 , 500	0000000	0000
			3/16"	800	7 × 19 Strand Core	4 7/8"	Yes	ASTM A1023	10 , 25 , 50 , 100 , 300	0000000	0000
			7/32"	1,100	7 × 19 Strand Core	5 11/16"	Yes	ASTM A1023	10 , 25 , 50 , 100 , 300	0000000	0000
			1/4"	1,400	7 × 19 Strand Core	6 1/2"	Yes	ASTM A1023	10 , 25 , 50 , 100 , 300	0000000	0000
			5/16"	1,900	7 × 19 Strand Core	8 1/8"	Yes	ASTM A1023	5 , 10 , 25 , 50 , 100	0000000	0000
			3/8"	2,800	7 × 19 Strand Core	9 3/4"	Yes	ASTM A1023	5 , 10 , 25 , 50 , 100	0000000	0000

Ultra-Flexible Wear-Resistant Wire Rope for Lifting

Wind and unwind this flexible rope without wearing it down over time. The flattened outer strands create a smooth surface that spreads contact across winches, pulleys, and drums to reduce wear.

Warning: Never use wire rope to lift people or items over people.

Steel—Best for dry environments since moisture will cause this wire rope to rust.

Wire Rope Construction—Independent Wire Rope Core (IWRC) is the strongest wire rope construction.

Preformed—With each wire shaped into a spiral before being twisted onto the rope, they maintain their shape when cut. This keeps them from unraveling or poking equipment and users.

	Wt. Cap., lb.	Wire Rope Construction	Recommended Pulley/Drum Dia.	Preformed	Specifications Met	Choose a Length, ft.		Per Ft.
Steel



	3/8"	3,500	6 × 26 IWRC	11 1/4"	Yes	ASTM A1023	5 , 10 , 25 , 50 , 100	0000000	00000


	7/16"	4,700	6 × 26 IWRC	13 1/8"	Yes	ASTM A1023	5 , 10 , 25 , 50 , 100	0000000	0000
	1/2"	6,100	6 × 26 IWRC	15"	Yes	ASTM A1023	5 , 10 , 25 , 50 , 100	0000000	0000

Rotation-Resistant Wire Rope for Lifting

18 × 7 IWRC

This wire rope won't spin or twist loads in the air. The outer strands twist in the opposite direction of the inner strands to keep loads stable when lifted or suspended. They're often used to lift and lower elevators without any unwanted movement.

Warning: Never use wire rope to lift people or items over people.

Steel—Best for dry environments since moisture will cause this wire rope to rust.

Wire Rope Construction— Independent Wire Rope Core (IWRC) is the strongest wire rope construction, but strand core rope is a durable alternative for lighter-duty applications.

Preformed—With each wire shaped into a spiral before being twisted onto the rope, they maintain their shape when cut. This keeps them from unraveling or poking equipment and users.

	Wt. Cap., lb.	Wire Rope Construction	Recommended Pulley/Drum Dia.	Preformed	Specifications Met	Choose a Length, ft.		Per Ft.
Steel



	3/8"	3,300	18 × 7 IWRC	12 3/4"	Yes	ASTM A1023	5 , 10 , 25 , 50 , 100	0000000	00000


	7/16"	4,400	18 × 7 IWRC	14 7/8"	Yes	ASTM A1023	5 , 10 , 25 , 50 , 100	0000000	0000
	1/2"	5,800	18 × 7 IWRC	17"	Yes	ASTM A1023	5 , 10 , 25 , 50 , 100	0000000	0000
	9/16"	7,600	18 × 7 IWRC	19 1/8"	Yes	ASTM A1023	5 , 10 , 25 , 50 , 100	0000000	0000