18×7+FC – high-quality wire rope with elastic fiber core

For demanding applications, we offer 18×7+FC wire ropes, which are highly flexible and low-twist thanks to their fiber core. Whether in construction, industry, or offshore applications, you can rely on our proven wire rope, which perfectly combines smooth running and durability.

Designation: 18×7+FC refers to a wire rope with 18 strands, each consisting of 7 fine steel wires. Inside is an elastic fiber core (FC = Fiber Core).

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Properties: 18×7+FC is slender, enabling particularly smooth bending behavior and reducing internal stress during movement. The fiber insert supports this effect and ensures a longer service life by effectively cushioning compressive forces and impacts and lubricating the rope.

Application: The rope is perfect for systems with many deflections and drum operation as well as for uniform bending changes and is used, for example, as a hoisting rope, winch rope, or traction rope.

Material: The surface is galvanized as standard and suitable for outdoor use in various sectors/industries.

Versions at Hamburger Drahtseilerei: We supply 18×7+FC as high-quality galvanized wire rope by the meter, optionally with specific coating and/or matching end fittings.

Construction Diameter [mm] Weight [kg/100m] MBK 1570 [kN] MBK 1770 [kN] MBK 1960 [kN]
18×7+FC 1 0,38 0,51 0,58 0,64
2 1,53 2,06 2,32 2,57
3 3,45 4,63 5,23 5,79
4 6,13 8,24 9,29 10,29
5 9,58 12,87 14,51 16,07
6 13,79 18,54 20,9 23,14
7 18,77 25,23 28,45 31,5
8 24,51 32,96 37,16 41,14
9 31,02 41,71 47,03 52,07
10 38,3 51,50 58,06 64,29
11 46,34 62,31 70,25 77,79
12 55,15 74,15 83,6 92,57
13 64,73 87,03 98,11 108,65
14 75,07 100,93 113,79 126
15 86,18 115,87 130,63 144,65
16 98,05 131,83 148,62 164,58

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18×7+FC wire rope construction – your advantages at a glance

  • High flexibility thanks to 18 strands, each with 7 fine wires
  • Smooth, even running during deflections and drum operation
  • Fiber insert compensates for pressure peaks and protects the wire structure
  • Integrated lubricant reservoir reduces internal friction
  • Low noise and vibration during operation
  • Available in galvanized version for industrial applications
  • Available by the meter and with custom end fittings
  • Tested quality for reliable and safe use

Areas of application for 18×7+FC

  • Lifting technology: Lifting ropes, winch ropes, trolley ropes, grabs, freight elevators

  • Conveyor technology & mechanical engineering: Tension and deflection ropes, scraper systems, moving rope systems, and guide elements

  • Stage and event technology: Dynamic lifting and pulling applications, precise load movements

  • Construction: Excavators, light crane applications, guy wires

  • Agriculture and forestry: Pulling and holding systems

  • Special applications: Offshore and ship cranes, electric cable pulls, compact mobile and truck cranes

Customized end fittings & sheathing for your wire rope

To ensure that your 18×7+FC wire rope can be optimally integrated into your application, we offer customized end fittings and sheathing. Depending on the intended use, we manufacture, for example, thimbles for cranes, eyelets for hoisting ropes, or clamps for stage and event technology. A plastic sheathing offers additional protection against abrasion, moisture, and contamination. Please contact us for your rope options.

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With a steel core instead of a fiber core – when is 18×7+WSC the better choice?

If higher dimensional stability and load-bearing capacity are required, the 18×7+WSC variant (with steel cable core) may be the right alternative. It is less elastic than 18×7+FC, but offers higher compressive strength in multi-layer operation. We would be happy to advise you on which design is more suitable for your application.

We are here for you – a wide range of services from Hamburger Drahtseilerei

Since 1945, Hamburger Drahtseilerei has been synonymous with high-quality wire rope and assembly solutions. Using our modern machinery, we manufacture standard and special ropes from tested materials for demanding applications. In addition to rope sold by the meter, we also offer individually assembled rope solutions with end connections, sheathing, and special designs. Our in-house contract manufacturing enables us to strand, coat, and assemble cables exactly to your specifications. This is complemented by personal expert advice, certified quality in accordance with DIN EN ISO 9001, and our own development department for innovative solutions. Interested in further information or a cable consultation?

FAQs – 18×7+FC steel cables

The high number of strands and the integrated fiber core make 18×7+FC particularly flexible and smooth-running. It is very well suited for rope systems with many deflections and uniform movements.

We supply the cable by the meter or as a ready-made unit with end fittings. Simply let us know your desired length and design. Feel free to contact us.

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Would you like more information about our production or do you have questions about our products? Would you like to find out more about our accessories? Simply get in touch with us – we look forward to hearing from you!

Hamburger Drahtseilerei

Hamburger Drahtseilerei A. Steppuhn GmbH
Klaus-Groth-Straße 15
D-23843 Bad Oldesloe

+49 (0) 4531 / 8990 – 0

info@hamburger-drahtseilerei.de

+49 (0) 4531 / 8990 – 33