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    28 Products

    Spring-Back Stainless Steel Wire

    This wire will spring back after bending. It's often used to make springs and wire rope.
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    Image of Product. Front orientation. Stainless Steel. Spring-Back Stainless Steel Wire, Coil.
    PTFE Coated—This coating has a slippery surface, so it’s especially useful as a fish wire when navigating through confined spaces.
    304 Stainless Steel—It is a good all-around choice for a wide range of applications.
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    304 Stainless Steel
    0.018"-0.0004" to 0.0004"285 ft.1/4Cold DrawnASTM A313, ASTM A5559495K62000000
    0.018"-0.0004" to 0.0004"1,145 ft.1Cold DrawnASTM A313, ASTM A5559495K1800000
     
    PTFE-Coated 304 Stainless Steel
    0.018"-0.0005" to 0.0005"68"ASTM A3131749T2100000
     

    Steel Wire

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Steel. Steel Wire.
    Used for everything from bundling to small-diameter bushings.
    Low-Carbon Steel—Also known as black-annealed wire, this low-carbon steel wire will stay in place when bent. It's commonly used for bundling and as tag wire.
    Galvanized Low-Carbon Steel—This wire is galvanized for good corrosion resistance. It will stay in place when bent, so it’s commonly used for bundling and as tag wire.
    Phosphate-Coated 1080 Spring Steel—Also known as music wire. This wire is coated with phosphate for corrosion resistance and lubricity. Use it for bundling and as tag wire. It will spring back after bending.
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    Low-Carbon Steel
    0.018"-0.003" to 0.003"2851/4SpoolCold DrawnAnnealedNot RatedNot Rated300° FASTM A85318870K1700000
    0.018"-0.003" to 0.003"1,1401SpoolCold DrawnAnnealedNot RatedNot Rated300° FASTM A85318870K3700000
    0.018"-0.003" to 0.003"5,7205SpoolCold DrawnAnnealedNot RatedNot Rated300° FASTM A85318870K5700000
     
    Galvanized Low-Carbon Steel
    0.018"-0.003" to 0.003"1PackageCold DrawnAnnealedNot RatedNot Rated300° FASTM A641508872K7400000
    0.018"-0.003" to 0.003"2851/4SpoolCold DrawnAnnealedNot RatedNot Rated300° FASTM A64118872K170000
    0.018"-0.003" to 0.003"1,1401SpoolCold DrawnAnnealedNot RatedNot Rated300° FASTM A64118872K3700000
    0.018"-0.003" to 0.003"5,7205SpoolCold DrawnAnnealedNot RatedNot Rated300° FASTM A64118872K5700000
     
    Phosphate-Coated 1080 Spring Steel
    0.018"-0.001" to 0.001"1PackageCold DrawnHardenedNot RatedNot RatedNot RatedASTM A2281008907K9800000
    0.018"-0.001" to 0.001"2851/4CoilCold DrawnHardenedNot RatedNot RatedNot RatedASTM A22819666K180000
    0.018"-0.001" to 0.001"1,1551CoilCold DrawnHardenedNot RatedNot RatedNot RatedASTM A22819666K7900000
    0.018"-0.001" to 0.001"5,7855CoilCold DrawnHardenedNot RatedNot RatedNot RatedASTM A22819666K518000000
     

    Super-Elastic Nitinol Wire

    Commonly used for eyeglass frames and antennas, this wire bounces back to its original shape after bending, stretching, and twisting. Nitinol is a nickel-titanium alloy.
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    Image of Product. Coil. Front orientation. Nickel. Super-Elastic Nitinol Wire, Coils.

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    0.018"-0.0004" to 0.0004"Black OxideSpring181,000ASTM F20633617N170000003617N350000000
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    Image of Product. 2 ft. Lengths. Front orientation. Nickel. Super-Elastic Nitinol Wire, Packages.

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    2 ft. Long
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    0.018"-0.0004" to 0.0004"Black OxideSpring181,000ASTM F206353617N48000000

    Extra-Flexible Wire Rope

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Wire Rope. Extra-Flexible Wire Rope, 7 × 19 Strand Core Wire Rope.

    7 × 19 Strand Core

    Wire Rope

    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.
    18-8 Stainless Steel—With solid stainless steel construction, this wire rope has no plating that could wear away. It resists rust, but it won't hold up to the harsh chemicals that 316 stainless steel can.
    Wire Rope Construction—Strand cores are more crush and impact-resistant than fiber cores, but fiber core ropes bend more easily and absorb shock.
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    18-8 Stainless Steel
    0.018"87 × 19 Strand Core
    7/16"No5, 10, 25, 50, 1003461T19200000
     

    Wire Rope

    Image of Product. 7 × 7 Strand Core. Front orientation. Wire Rope. Wire Rope, 7 × 7 Strand Core 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.
    18-8 Stainless Steel—With solid stainless steel construction, this wire rope has no plating that could wear away. It resists rust, but it won't hold up to the harsh chemicals that 316 stainless steel can.
    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.
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    18-8 Stainless Steel
    0.018"87 × 7 Strand Core
    3/4"No10, 25, 50, 100, 3003461T3100000
     

    Extra-Flexible Coated Wire Rope

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Wire Rope. Extra-Flexible Coated Wire Rope.
    Pull and tow loads without marring nearby surfaces. With more than twice as many individual wires as standard options, this wire rope is easier to bend and wind onto winches and drums without wear. The plastic coating protects the inner wires from corrosion and damage, while shielding nearby objects from scratches. All rope is manufactured in the U.S.
    Warning: Not for overhead lifting.
    18-8 Stainless Steel—With solid stainless steel construction, this wire rope has no plating that could wear away. It resists rust, but it won't hold up to the harsh chemicals that 316 stainless steel can.
    Nylon Coating—Resists abrasion better than other coatings. It also stands up to mild chemicals, but will swell if exposed to moisture.
    Wire Rope Construction—Strand core rope is crush and impact-resistant.
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    18-8 Stainless Steel with Nylon Coating
    0.018"0.024"57 × 19 Strand Core
    7/16"NoClear5, 10, 25, 50, 1008930T1100000
     

    Platinum Wire

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Platinum. Platinum Wire.
    99.95% pure, this platinum wire is used for applications that require a soft material that resists corrosion and oxidation and has a high melting point. This wire allows heat and electricity to pass and resists oxide buildup, making it ideal for thermocouple probes, which require accurate readings even at high temperatures. Soft enough to create a good seal between two flanges, it's also used to make high-vacuum O-rings. Platinum's softness means it won't damage the flanges, so they can be used again. The high melting point of this wire makes it a better choice for sealing heated flanges than other materials such as gold.
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    1 ft. Long Coil
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    0.018"-0.0005" to 0.0005"3,215Rockwell B97 (Medium)6205N3500000006205N22000000000
     

    Semi-Flexible Wire Rope

    Image of Product. 1 × 7 Strand Core. Front orientation. Wire Rope. Semi-Flexible Wire Rope, 1 × 7 Strand Core Wire Rope.

    1 × 7 Strand Core

    Image of Product. 1 × 19 Strand Core. Front orientation. Wire Rope. Semi-Flexible Wire Rope, 1 × 19 Strand Core Wire Rope.

    1 × 19 Strand Core

    Support utility poles, scaffolding, and masts with our most rigid wire rope. Formed with fewer and thicker wires than other rope, it won't bend easily, keeping fixtures upright and stable under tension.
    Warning: Not for overhead lifting.
    18-8 Stainless Steel—With solid stainless steel construction, this wire rope has no plating that could wear away. It resists rust, but it won't hold up to the harsh chemicals that 316 stainless steel can.
    Wire Rope Construction—Strand core rope is crush and impact-resistant.
    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.
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    18-8 Stainless Steel
    0.018"91 × 19 Strand Core
    Yes5, 10, 25, 50, 100, 250, 5003461T9800000
    0.018"101 × 7 Strand Core
    Yes50, 100, 200, 300, 5003461T8710000
     

    Undersized Hardened Multipurpose M2 High-Speed Tool Steel Rods

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Steel. Undersized Hardened Multipurpose M2 High-Speed Tool Steel Rods.
    These rods, also known as drill blanks, have an undersized diameter for machining your own drill bits. They're hardened for increased abrasion and impact resistance. M2 tool steel offers a nice balance of wear resistance and machinability. It has a high molybdenum content, which allows it to maintain sharp cutting edges even at elevated temperatures.
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    0.018"-0.0002" to 0"77 Ga.
    7/8"Not RatedRockwell C60 (Extra Hard)Precision Ground3009A29500000

    Oversized Hardened Multipurpose M2 High-Speed Tool Steel Rods

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Steel. Oversized Hardened Multipurpose M2 High-Speed Tool Steel Rods.
    Also known as reamer blanks, these rods have an oversized diameter that allows for finishing to your exact requirements. They're hardened for increased abrasion and impact resistance. M2 tool steel offers a nice balance of wear resistance and machinability. It has a high molybdenum content, which allows it to maintain sharp cutting edges even at elevated temperatures.
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    0.018"0" to 0.0002"77 Ga.7/8"Hot RolledNot RatedRockwell C60 (Extra Hard)Precision Ground3023A39500000

    Coated Wire Rope

    Image of Product. 7 × 7 Strand Core. Front orientation. Wire Rope. Coated Wire Rope, 7 × 7 Strand Core Wire Rope.

    7 × 7 Strand Core

    Hang fixtures and tether equipment without scratching hooks and other nearby objects. The plastic coating on this wire rope prevents abrasion while further protecting the inner wires from corrosion and damage. All rope is manufactured in the U.S.
    Warning: Not for overhead lifting.
    18-8 Stainless Steel—With solid stainless steel construction, this wire rope has no plating that could wear away. It resists rust, but it won't hold up to the harsh chemicals that 316 stainless steel can.
    FEP Coating—Our most chemical-resistant coating stands up to the harshest acids and bases.
    Nylon Coating—Resists abrasion better than other coatings. It also stands up to mild chemicals, but will swell if exposed to moisture.
    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.
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    18-8 Stainless Steel with Nylon Coating
    0.018"0.024"87 × 7 Strand Core
    3/4"NoClear25, 50, 100, 300, 5008930T2200000
     
    18-8 Stainless Steel with FEP Coating
    0.018"0.026"87 × 7 Strand Core
    3/4"NoClear10, 25, 50, 100, 3003423T220000
     
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