1×19 – high-quality wire rope for railings, industry & more
Are you looking for a wire rope with high tensile strength and clear lines? We can recommend the tried-and-tested 1×19 construction. With its extremely low elongation and pronounced rigidity, it is ideal for straight tensioning systems, railings or technical bracing. We can supply you with 1×19 wire ropes made of galvanized steel or stainless steel in various diameters. We can cut the ropes to size on request.
Designation: The construction 1×19 stands for a wire rope/strand consisting of 19 wires.

Properties: A wire rope of this construction is very strong, not very flexible and has low elongation.
Application: This wire rope construction is used, for example, for bracing or for railings and handrails.
Material: We manufacture the rope from high-quality galvanized steel and stainless steel.
Versions at Hamburger Drahtseilerei: In addition to our galvanized and stainless steel versions, we offer the 1×19 design with coating and/or end fittings.
Construction | Diameter [mm] | Weight [kg/100m] | MBK 1570 [kN] | MBK 1770 [kN] | MBK 1960 [kN] |
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1×19 | 1 | 0,5 | 0,83 | 0,93 | 1,03 |
2 | 1,98 | 3,3 | 3,72 | 4,12 | |
3 | 4,46 | 7,43 | 8,38 | 9,28 | |
4 | 7,92 | 13,21 | 14,9 | 16,5 | |
5 | 12,38 | 20,65 | 23,28 | 25,78 | |
6 | 17,82 | 29,73 | 33,52 | 37,12 | |
7 | 24,26 | 40,47 | 45,62 | 50,52 | |
8 | 31,68 | 52,86 | 59,59 | 65,99 | |
9 | 40,1 | 66,9 | 75,42 | 83,52 | |
10 | 49,5 | 82,59 | 93,11 | 103,11 | |
11 | 59,9 | 99,93 | 112,66 | 124,76 | |
12 | 71,28 | 118,93 | 134,08 | 148,47 | |
13 | 83,66 | 139,58 | 157,36 | 174,25 | |
14 | 97,02 | 161,88 | 182,5 | 202,09 | |
15 | 111,38 | 185,83 | 209,5 | 231,99 | |
16 | 126,72 | 211,43 | 238,36 | 263,95 |

Stainless steel cable for railings
1×19 construction cables are characterized by their high tensile strength and particularly smooth surface, making them suitable for both delicate designs and robust tensioning systems, e.g. for gaps in railings or (suspended) bridges. The rope construction has an elegant appearance, has excellent corrosion resistance thanks to stainless steel and remains very dimensionally stable even under heavy use and various weather conditions. We stock 1×19 railing ropes in diameters from 1 mm to 10 mm.
Product | Diameter | Material | Minimum breaking load of the rope 1×19 [kN] |
Tension strength of wires [N/mm²] |
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Wire rope for railings | 1 mm | Stainless steel | 0,83 | 1570 |
2 mm | Stainless steel | 3,3 | 1570 | |
3 mm | Stainless steel | 7,43 | 1570 | |
4 mm | Stainless steel | 13,21 | 1570 | |
5 mm | Stainless steel | 20,65 | 1570 | |
6 mm | Stainless steel | 29,73 | 1570 | |
7 mm | Stainless steel | 40,47 | 1570 | |
8 mm | Stainless steel | 52,86 | 1570 | |
9 mm | Stainless steel | 66,9 | 1570 | |
10 mm | Stainless steel | 82,59 | 1570 |
Further areas of application for 1×19 steel wire ropes
- Industry: as a tensioning, holding or pulling rope in conveyor technology, mechanical engineering or plant safety.
- Event technology: for inconspicuous but secure suspension of lighting, sound or stage elements.
- Sports & leisure: used in ropes courses, net systems, belaying or standing rigging, 1×19 ensures reliable stability.
- Architecture & construction: as a filling for stair and balcony balustrades, in façade systems or for lightweight suspension cable constructions.


Reliable end fittings for 1×19 wire ropes
To ensure that your 1×19 wire rope can be used safely, it is not just the rope construction that is important, but also the right end fittings. Whether for load-bearing, fastening or stabilization – the right accessories are crucial. We have a wide range available: from thimbles and sleeves to eyelets, clamps and shackles. These components enable professional installation and increase the safety and functionality of your rope. In this way, steel wire ropes can be integrated precisely and reliably into your application.
Wire ropes in various constructions – flexible & available at short notice
In addition to 1×19 ropes, we also stock a large selection of wire rope constructions, such as 1×7, 6×19+WSC or 6×19S+FC, by the meter, which we can deliver to you quickly in various diameters, materials and qualities. On request, we can cut your rope directly to the required length.
Would you like an overview of all available constructions and their specific areas of application? You can find all the important information about wire ropes on our overview page. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact us – we will be happy to help you.

FAQs – 1×19 steel wire ropes
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Hamburger Drahtseilerei
Hamburger Drahtseilerei A. Steppuhn GmbH
Klaus-Groth-Straße 15
D-23843 Bad Oldesloe
+49 (0) 4531 / 8990 – 33