Robust construction for many applications – your made-to-measure steel wire rope

We offer steel wire ropes in many different constructions. Each construction offers specific properties and is suitable for different applications. Would you like to equip your fitness equipment with sturdy ropes? Do you need robust stainless steel cables for outdoor applications? For these and many other applications, we offer you high-quality wire rope constructions in various designs, materials and diameters. In addition to classic ropes made of galvanized steel or stainless steel, we also offer coated versions, matching accessories and individual end connections. Put your trust in our experience and work with us to find the optimum solution for your application.

Common strand constructions at Hamburger Drahtseilerei

1 x 7

Strand construction: 1 strand of 7 wires
Material: Galvanized steel (0.6-6 mm) & stainless steel (1-3 mm)
Properties: very stiff, tensile strength, easy processing
Application examples: Tensioning cables, fences, suspension cables, advertising technology, architecture

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1 x 19

Strand construction: 1 strand made of 19 wires
Material: Galvanized steel (0.8-6 mm) & stainless steel (0.3-10 mm)
Properties: Stiff, dimensionally stable, smooth surface
Application examples: Railing ropes, sailing, display construction, facades, safety technology

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Common rope constructions at Hamburger Drahtseilerei

6 x 7 + FC

Construction: 6 strands of 7 wires each, fibre core
Diameter: 1.5-8 mm
Material: Galvanized steel
Properties: Flexible, durable, corrosion-resistant
Application examples: Pulling, lifting and safety ropes

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6 x 7 + WSC

Construction: 6 strands of 7 wires each, steel core
Material: Galvanized steel (0.8-8 mm) & stainless steel (0.45-10 mm)
Properties: Abrasion-resistant, dimensionally stable
Application examples: Suspensions, control ropes, mechanical engineering, architecture, trade fair construction, black wire ropes

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6 x 19 + WSC

Construction: 6 strands of 19 wires each, steel core
Material: Galvanized steel (1.5-12 mm) & stainless steel (0.75-16 mm)
Properties: Tensile strength, flexible, ideal for frequent bending changes
Application examples: Fitness ropes, coated manure removal ropes, stage & mechanical engineering, black wire ropes

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6 x 19 S+FC

Construction: 6 strands of 19 wires each, fiber core
Material: Stainless steel (8-10 mm)
Properties: Flexible & elastic in bending, smooth surface
Application examples: Manure removal ropes, rope hoists, lifting ropes

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6 x 37 + FC

Construction: 6 strands of 37 wires each, fibre core
Diameter: 6-24 mm
Material: Galvanized steel
Properties: Very flexible, easy to bend, quiet
Application examples: Cranes, winches, materials handling, forestry, hoists

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6 x 36WS + FC

Construction: 6 strands of 36 wires each, Warrington-Seale, fibre core
Diameter: 8-26 mm
Material: Galvanized steel
Properties: Flexible, shock-absorbing, smooth-running
Application examples: Crane ropes, elevators, mechanical engineering, forestry & construction

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6 x 36WS + IWRC

Construction: 6 strands of 36 wires each, Warrington-Seale, steel core
Diameter: 8-26 mm
Material: Galvanized steel
Properties: Very high tensile strength, dimensionally stable, durable
Application examples: Heavy duty, crane systems, ropeways, lifting technology

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18 x 7 + FC

Construction: 18 strands of 7 wires each, fibre core
Diameter: 3-10 mm
Material: Galvanized steel
Properties: Low-twist, flexible, good handling
Application examples: Hoist ropes, pulley blocks, theater technology, cable winches

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18 x 7 + WSC

Construction: 18 strands of 7 wires each, steel core
Diameter: 3-10 mm
Material: Galvanized steel
Properties: Low-twist, robust, higher load capacity
Application examples: Rotation-free lifting technology, offshore, industry, construction

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Structure of wire ropes and strands

A wire rope consists of several strands, which in turn are made from individual wires. The strands are wound spirally around a core (e.g. fiber core or steel core). This structure ensures that the rope is flexible, resilient and durable.

Further wire ropes (constructions/diameter/strength) are available on request.

Designation Description of the core
WSC Wire strand
IWRC Independent stranded wire rope
EPIWRC Independent stranded wire rope with plastic cover
FC Fiber core
NFC Natural fiber core
SFC Synthetic fiber core

Designation of strands and ropes

The designation such as 6×19 describes the structure of the rope: 6 strands with 19 wires each. Additions such as “+WSC”, “+FC” or “+IWRC” indicate which core is used. This information is important for selecting the right rope type for the respective application.

FC (Fiber Core) stands for fiber core, which is particularly flexible and shock-absorbing. WSC (Wire Strand Core) refers to a core made from a strand of wire, while IWRC (Independent Wire Rope Core) refers to a complete wire rope core that is particularly tensile and dimensionally stable.

The following overview shows the different designations for the core of a steel wire rope.

Seale, Warrington & Warrington-Seale

The designations Seale, Warrington and Warrington-Seale are special strand designs with wires of different thicknesses for improved load-bearing capacity and flexibility.

Designation Description
S Seale
W Warrington
WS Warrington-Seale

The designation is based on the construction of the wire rope, e.g. 6x19S+WSC.

Designation Lay direction
sZ (RHOL) Right-hand cross lay
zS (LHOL) Left-hand cross lay
zZ (RHLL) Right-hand lay
sS (LHLL) Left-hand lay

Lay direction for steel wire ropes

The lay direction describes how the wires and strands are wound around the core: clockwise or counterclockwise. With right-hand lay, the wires or strands are twisted clockwise around the core, with left-hand lay the other way round. The direction of lay influences the rope’s behavior under load and its tendency to twist. For gliding, for example, we offer extremely stable winch ropes with the 7x7wZ alternating lay construction in diameters of 4.2 and 4.6 mm.

This table summarizes the designations for the lay direction of wire ropes. The lower case letter stands for the lay direction of the wires and the upper case letter for the strands.

Coated wire ropes

We also offer coated steel wire ropes. With high-quality sheaths made of polypropylene, polyamide, polyethylene, polyvinyl chloride and polyurethane, you effectively protect the rope against the ingress of dust, dirt and other particles and significantly extend its service life compared to ropes that are not sheathed. The smooth surface reduces the adhesion of dirt and makes cleaning easier, which is particularly advantageous in demanding environments.

With us, you can also choose the color and material for the sheath – so the sheathed rope can be optimally adapted to different areas of application and visual requirements. Typical applications can be found in water management, the construction industry, shipping, as a fitness rope and as a durable manure removal rope in agriculture.

Rope constructions for coated wire ropes

Fitness rope
Galvanized steel & PA coating

Steel rope construction: 6×19+WSC
Diameter: (inside: 2-4.9 mm; outside: 3.2-6 mm)
Properties: very flexible, tensile strength, good grip, low friction

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Manure removal rope
Galvanized steel & PP coating

6×7+WSC
Diameter: inside: 3-6 mm; outside: 4-8 mm
Properties: tensile, abrasion-resistant, durable
6×19+WSC
Diameter: inside: 5-10 mm; outside: 6-12 mm
Properties: flexible, robust, low-wear
6x36WS+WC
Diameter: inside: 12 mm; outside: 14 mm
Properties: highly flexible, smooth-running, resistant to bending cycles

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Other coated wire ropes (constructions/diameter/strength) are available on request.

End connections and accessories

We offer custom-fit end connections for our wire rope constructions. Discover our steel wire rope with eyelets, thimbles, shackles and many other assemblies. These ensure a secure and reliable connection in a wide range of applications. Our accessories are tailored to the respective rope diameters and operating conditions. This provides you with a durable and functional complete solution from a single source.

Wire rope constructions – your benefits at a glance

  • Large selection of constructions & materials
  • Ropes with or without plastic sheathing
  • Custom-made steel wire ropes & individual end connections
  • Suitable for numerous areas of application
  • Corrosion-resistant products for harsh environments
  • Accessories and connection technology from a single source
  • Tested quality in accordance with applicable standards

FAQs – Wire rope constructions

The choice of material depends on the area of application, the environment and the desired service life. In damp or aggressive environments, a stainless steel wire rope is often the better choice, while a galvanized steel wire rope is usually sufficient for normal industrial use. Let us advise you individually – we will be happy to help.

Galvanized steel wire ropes are rust-resistant, durable and cost-effective. They offer a good compromise between corrosion protection and mechanical strength. They are particularly suitable for indoor use and moderately corrosive environments.

Stainless steel cables are ideal for damp, salty or chemically contaminated environments. They are particularly corrosion-resistant, durable and easy to maintain. Typical applications include shipping, architecture, the food industry and medical technology.

Yes, we also offer bright ropes, brass-plated ropes, bronze ropes, hammered ropes and black-colored steel ropes. These variants are visually or functionally tailored to special applications. Please contact us for special solutions.

Covered ropes are particularly durable and protect the inner workings of the rope from dirt, moisture and abrasion. The coating also ensures a smooth surface and reduces the adhesion of dust. Colored sheaths facilitate visual identification and adaptation to the environment.

We supply suitable end connections such as eyelets, thimbles, shackles, rope clamps and other accessories. All components are matched to the respective rope construction to guarantee you a safe and durable complete solution.

Yes, we manufacture ropes individually according to length, construction, material and end connection. Small series and custom-made products are also possible. Simply contact us with your requirements.

Yes, all our wire rope constructions are tested in accordance with applicable standards. This includes tensile and breaking strength tests as well as visual and dimensional checks.

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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

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