Wire rope
Every size of galvanised and 316 stainless wire rope we stock, priced by the full 1,000 m reel. Prices exclude GST and delivery, and each one shows its price per metre and how many reels are ready to ship. Your reels ship the same business day your payment reaches us, when it arrives by 12 pm Sydney time.
| Size | Construction | Min. breaking load | Reel weight | Galvanised | 316 stainless |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2mm | 7×7 | 417 kg (4.1 kN) | about 27 kg | $490 + GST | $590 + GST |
| 3mm | 7×19 | 907 kg (8.9 kN) | 46.5 kg | $720 + GST | $850 + GST |
| 5mm | 7×19 | 1,905 kg (18.7 kN) | 98 kg | $1,190 + GST | $1,990 + GST |
| 6mm | 7×19 | 3,175 kg (31.1 kN) | 168 kg | $1,490 + GST | $2,790 + GST |
Buying several reels at once, or setting up a regular supply? Ask for a quote with the sizes, quantities and delivery address, and we’ll price the whole order with delivery included.
Choosing the right rope
Most jobs come down to two choices, the material and how flexible the rope needs to be.
Galvanised or 316 stainless
Galvanised rope is carbon steel with a zinc coating. It’s the stronger and more economical of the two, and it lasts well in most outdoor work.
316 stainless costs more, but it resists corrosion far better and keeps a bright finish. Choose it near the sea, around chemicals, or wherever rust stains would spoil the look.
7×7 or 7×19
Both are made of seven strands. In 7×7 each strand has seven wires, which gives a stiffer rope that holds a straight line and stands up to abrasion.
In 7×19 each strand has nineteen finer wires, so the rope bends easily around pulleys, drums and corners. Our 2mm rope is 7×7, and the 3mm, 5mm and 6mm sizes are 7×19.
Breaking load and working load
The minimum breaking load is the force at which new rope breaks in a straight pull. To work out a safe working load, divide it by a design factor suited to the job; 5 is common for general use.
Fittings, bends and wear all reduce what a rope can carry, and anything used for lifting or to protect people should be specified by a competent person.