Tungsten Wire Rope Description
Tungsten Wire Rope is a durable and versatile material known for its exceptional strength, high melting point, and resistance to corrosion and abrasion. Composed of multiple strands of tungsten wire twisted together, it offers superior tensile strength and flexibility, making it suitable for demanding applications in industries such as aerospace, mining, and construction. Tungsten Wire Rope is commonly used in lifting and hoisting equipment, suspension cables, and seismic cables due to its reliability and longevity under extreme conditions. Its high density also makes it ideal for applications requiring precise weight distribution, such as counterweights and balancing mechanisms.
Tungsten Wire Rope Specification
Wire rope has a complex structure with many individual wires combined together. It is important to know and select the characteristics of the rope required.
1x7 Strands 1x19 Strands 7x19 Stands
Loading at room temperature and high temperature
Dia/mm
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Load at Room temperature/N
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Load at High temperature/N
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2.5
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6700
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2820
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2.0
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4010
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1800
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1.8
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3700
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1570
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Tungsten Wire Rope Applications
1. Aerospace Industry: Used in aircraft control systems, parachute cords, and tethering cables due to its high tensile strength, resistance to heat and corrosion, and ability to withstand extreme conditions during flight.
2. Mining and Construction: Employed in lifting and hoisting equipment, mine shafts, and construction cranes due to its superior strength, durability, and resistance to abrasion, enabling safe and efficient material handling.
3. Marine Industry: Utilized in marine rigging, mooring lines, and tow ropes due to its corrosion resistance, high strength-to-weight ratio, and ability to withstand harsh marine environments.
4. Safety Equipment: Used in safety harnesses, lifelines, and fall arrest systems in industries such as construction, telecommunications, and utilities, where reliability and strength are critical for worker safety.
5. Sports and Recreation: Applied in zip lines, climbing ropes, and suspension bridges for outdoor recreational activities and adventure sports, providing strong and reliable support for users.
6. Geophysical Exploration: Employed in seismic cables and geophysical surveying equipment for oil and gas exploration and mineral prospecting, where precise positioning and durability are essential in rugged terrain.
Tungsten Wire Rope Packing
Our Tungsten Wire Rope is tagged and labeled externally to ensure efficient identification and quality control. Great care is taken to avoid any damage which might be caused during storage or transportation.
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