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Galvanised or Stainless Steel Cables and Wire Rope Kits
54 products · Lifting Accessories — Slings and Ropes
Steel cables and galvanised or stainless steel wire ropes, with complete kits and the accessories to tension and fix them, used on site, in the workshop and in construction for anchoring, tie rods, washing lines and protection.
What you will find in this collection
- Galvanised steel wire ropes: ropes and cables on the reel or cut to length, for example 10 mm galvanised wire rope.
- Stainless steel wire ropes: multi-strand ropes, such as 8 mm stainless steel wire rope, for outdoor or damp environments.
- Wire rope kits: complete stainless steel kits, ready to install.
- Cables and ropes for domestic use: washing line cable on the reel and ropes for up-and-over garage doors.
- Turnbuckles and cable tensioners: galvanised eye-and-eye turnbuckles and ratchet cable tensioners for applying tension.
- Seismic cables: cables from the Fischer FWI-S line.
How to choose
Choose the material according to the environment: stainless steel resists damp and corrosion better, while galvanised steel suits many everyday uses. Then define the diameter, the length and the accessories you need, such as turnbuckles, thimbles and clamps. For lifting or heavy loads, always check the rated capacity stated by the manufacturer.
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Frequently asked questions: Galvanised or Stainless Steel Cables and Wire Rope Kits
What are galvanised or stainless steel cables and ropes used for?
Steel cables and ropes are used for guys, anchors, washing lines and protections, on site, in workshops and in construction. Galvanised cable is the most common choice for guys and fences, while stainless cable is preferred in outdoor, damp or saline environments. For lifting loads, choose dedicated lifting equipment rather than these ropes.
What is the difference between galvanised rope, 316 stainless rope and anti-rotation rope?
Galvanised steel rope, including 49-wire rope, is the standard choice for guys and anchors outdoors. 316 stainless rope resists humidity and aggressive environments better. Anti-rotation rope is built so that it does not turn on itself under tension, and is used where cable stability under load is needed.
How do you choose the diameter of a steel rope?
The diameter is chosen according to the load to be supported, the distance between the fixing points and the final tension. The catalogue includes 8 mm ropes, such as the stainless rope, and 10 mm ropes, such as the galvanised rope: the larger diameter is not always the most suitable choice, since the right fitting also matters. Consult the capacity stated by the manufacturer.
How do you correctly tension a cable with turnbuckles?
The turnbuckle is fitted between two eyes or hooks: connect the cable, tension it gradually with the nut and lock the clamps. The size and fitting of the turnbuckle, with eye and hook or with two eyes, must be compatible with the cable. Check the tightening after a few days, as the cable may settle.
How do you fix a cable with cable clamps?
The U-bolt goes on the free length of the cable, while the saddle goes on the side that carries the load. The number of clamps depends on the diameter of the rope. The catalogue includes clamps with side screw, with top screw and the Block FIX cable clamp. Tighten with the torque stated by the manufacturer and do not overlap the clamps.
Which accessories are needed for a ground anchor with galvanised cable?
For a ground anchor a ground anchor with cable is used, such as the Gripple no. 3 anchor with 1 m cable, to be fixed with a clamp. The eye or turnbuckle completes the connection. The choice of anchor depends on the type of ground, which must be assessed on site before installing the system.
What domestic uses do small cables and ropes have for up-and-over doors?
Galvanised steel cable is used for hanging washing and for small fences or light protections. The rope for up-and-over doors connects the door to the lifting mechanism. For these uses, choose the diameter specified by the door manufacturer or the fixing point, and do not replace it with a thinner cable.
Which eyelets and fittings are needed with galvanised turnbuckles?
Galvanised eyelets for turnbuckles are available in 5 mm, 10 mm and 12 mm sizes, while two-eye turnbuckles are stated in inch sizes such as 1/4 and 5/16. When connecting cable and turnbuckle, the eyelet size must match the cable diameter. Also check the thread pitch before buying.