The 6X19 classification of wire ropes is good for fatigue resistance and can withstand abrasion or crushing on the drum.
6 x 19S (Seale) -This is a good rope to withstand abrasion or crushing on the drum but its fatigue resistance is decreased.
6 x 25FW (Filler Wire) – To most wire rope users, 6 x 19 means 6 x 25 filler wire. It is a common rope in the 6 x 19 classification
6 x 26WS (Warrington Seale) – A standard 6 x 26WS design provides the best rope for a wide range of applications. In general, we recommend the use of a 6 x 26WS In any application where a 6 x 25FW is used.
Abrasion resistant
Crush resistant
Fatigue resistant
Capacity Charts
Diameter (in)
Weight (lb/ft)
Minimum Breaking Force (tons of 2000 lbs.)
XIP
XXIP
1/4
0.116
3.40
—
5/16
0.18
5.27
—
3/8
0.26
7.55
8.30
7/16
0.35
10.2
11.2
1/2
0.46
13.3
14.6
9/16
0.59
16.8
18.5
5/8
0.72
20.6
22.7
3/4
1.04
29.4
32.4
7/8
1.42
39.8
43.8
1
1.85
51.7
56.9
1 1/8
2.34
65
71.5
1 1/4
2.89
79.9
87.9
1 3/8
3.50
96
106
1 1/2
4.16
114
125
1 5/8
4.88
132
146
1 3/4
5.67
153
169
1 7/8
6.50
174
192
2
7.39
198
217
2 1/8
8.35
221
243
2 1/4
9.36
247
272
Available galvanized at 10% lower strengths, or in equivalent strengths on special request.
Special constructions and diameters available upon request, please contact us directly.
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