Stainless Steel Cable
Stainless Steel Cable is a flexible metal rope made of multiple high-strength stainless steel wires. Due to its high strength, corrosion resistance, high temperature resistance, and other excellent properties, it is widely used in construction, marine, transportation, industry, and other fields. Wanzhi Steel supplies all sizes of 304, 316, 430, 201, and other grades of stainless steel cables, also provides coating and customization services. If you are interested, please contact us to learn more.
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Stainless steel cable Specification
| Item | Stainless steel wire rope |
| Place of Origin | Hebei, China |
| Standard | AISI, ASTM, BS, DIN, JIS, GB, EN |
| Coil weight | 50-1000KG |
| Color | Custom available |
| Lay | Left hand regular lay or right hand regular lay |
| Usage | Cable seal, aircraft cable, etc. |
| Surface treatment | Highly Polished |
| Surface coating | No coating, or PVC PE PP PU, Vinyl optional |
| Tensile strength | 1570MPA, 1670MPA, 1770MPA, 1870MPA, 1960MPA |
| Sample | Free Available |
| Payment term | TT 30% Advance + 70% Balance |
| Price Item | FOB, CIF, EXW, CFR, etc |
| Packing | 500m/reel, 1000m/reel, 2000m/reel |
| Certification | ISO 9001, SGS, ABS, BV |
| MOQ | 5 tons |
Weight calculation of stainless steel cable
Weight (kg/m) = Diameter² (mm) × 0.0062
Estimated weight by diameter:
| Diameter (mm) | Approximate weight (kg/m) | 100m weight (kg) |
| 3.0 mm | 0.056 kg/m | 5.6 kg |
| 5.0 mm | 0.155 kg/m | 15.5 kg |
| 8.0 mm | 0.397 kg/m | 39.7 kg |
| 10.0 mm | 0.620 kg/m | 62.0 kg |
| 12.0 mm | 0.892 kg/m | 89.2 kg |
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Characteristics of stainless steel cable
- Excellent corrosion resistance: 304, 316, 316L, and other stainless steel materials can resist seawater, acid rain, and chemical corrosion.
- High strength & wear resistance: The tensile strength can reach more than 1960MPa, and the surface is smooth, reducing friction loss and extending life.
- High temperature resistance & oxidation resistance: 316 stainless steel can maintain stability at high temperatures of 800°C and is suitable for high temperature industries.
- Good flexibility and easy installation: The multi-strand twisted structure gives it good bending performance and can adapt to installation requirements at different angles.
- Beautiful & low maintenance: The surface is bright, almost maintenance-free, and reduces long-term use costs.
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The main uses of stainless steel cables
Applications of different grades
- 304 stainless steel cable: construction, home, general industry.
- 304L stainless steel cable: welding structure, chemical equipment.
- 316 stainless steel cable: marine engineering, chemical equipment.
- 316L stainless steel cable: high temperature welding environment, medical equipment, food industry.
- 310 stainless steel cable: boiler, heat treatment equipment.
- 321 stainless steel cable: boiler, heat exchanger.
- 410 stainless steel cable: mechanical parts, knives.
- 420 stainless steel cable: medical equipment, precision instruments.
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Application of different structures
- 1×7: guardrails, fixed supports.
- 1×19: mechanical transmission, hoisting.
- 7×7: ships, cableways.
- 7×19: cranes, heavy hoisting.
- 7×37: precision equipment, aviation cables.
- 19×7: elevator cables, deep-sea engineering.
Uses of different surface treatments
- Bright surface: architectural decoration, home furnishing.
- Galvanized stainless steel: marine, chemical environment.
- PVC coating: outdoor engineering, power industry.
Application Areas
- Architecture & Engineering: High-altitude bridge cables, large curtain wall fixings, and roof tension structures.
- Ocean & Shipbuilding: 316 and stainless steel cables are suitable for ship mooring, dock fixings, and deep-sea aquaculture cage applications.
- Industry & Manufacturing: Crane slings, conveyor belt supports, and mechanical transmissions.
- Traffic & Transportation: Cable cars, guardrails, and railway fixings.
- Agriculture & Fisheries: Greenhouse supports for pesticides and fertilizers, fishing net fixings, and aquaculture fences.
- Home & Decoration: Stair handrails, art installations, indoor suspensions, and rope net fences.
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Classification and features of stainless steel cables
(1) Classification by material
- 304: General purpose, good corrosion resistance.
- 304L: Low carbon version of 304, resistant to intergranular corrosion, with better welding performance.
- 316: Contains molybdenum (Mo), resistant to seawater corrosion.
- 316L: Low carbon, resistant to intergranular corrosion.
- 310: High temperature resistance (1000°C+).
- 321: High temperature oxidation resistance (800°C+).
- 410: General corrosion resistance; further surface treatment is required.
- 420: Higher hardness, wear resistance.
(2) Classification by structure
- 1×7: single strand 7 wires, simple structure, strong rigidity.
- 1×19: single strand 19 wires, higher strength, medium flexibility.
- 7×7: 7 strands 7 wires, good flexibility, fatigue resistance.
- 7×19: 7 strands 19 wires, super flexibility, bending resistance.
- 7×37: 7 strands, 37 wires per strand (composed of finer wires), excellent flexibility, suitable for complex bending.
- 19×7: 19 strands, 7 wires per strand. Super high strength + anti-rotation.
- Core steel cable: A fiber core (such as polypropylene) is added to the center to enhance flexibility.
Two commonly used steel cable structures
(3) Classification by surface treatment
- Bright surface: beautiful and rust-proof.
- Galvanized stainless steel cable: enhanced corrosion resistance.
- PVC coating: The outer layer is coated with PVC or PE, which is scratch-proof, corrosion-resistant, and insulated.
(4) Classification by twisting direction
- Cross twist: Ordinary twist – the strand twist direction is opposite to the wire twist direction. General type, good anti-loosening.
- Same direction twist: The strand twist direction is the same as the wire twist direction. Smoother surface, better flexibility.
- Composite twist: Anti-rotation, multi-layer reverse twist. Prevent rotation, used for hoisting equipment.
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How do you choose the right stainless steel cable?
When choosing or buying stainless steel cables, we need to determine three important parameters: SS grade, structure, and surface treatment.
1. Choose materials according to the environment
- Normal environment: 304/304L
- Marine/Chemical: 316/316L
- High temperature environment: 310/321
2. Choose the structure according to the purpose
- Fixed support: 1×7 or 1×19
- Dynamic load (crane, cableway): 7×7 or 7×19
- Anti-rotation requirement: 19×7 composite lay
3. Surface treatment requirements
- Anti-scratch: PVC plastic coating
- Super corrosion resistance: galvanized + stainless steel composite
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Regular size standard
Conventional diameter and applicable structure
| Nominal diameter | Inch | Applicable structure type | Typical Uses |
| 1.0 mm | 0.04″ | 1×7, 1×19 | Home decoration, small hanging |
| 2.0 mm | 0.08″ | 1×7, 7×7 | Horticultural support, light machinery |
| 3.0 mm | 0.12″ | 1×19, 7×7 | Ship guardrails, stage equipment |
| 4.0 mm | 0.16″ | 7×7, 7×19 | Building cables, light lifting |
| 5.0 mm | 0.20″ | 7×19, 7×37 | Cranes, moorings |
| 6.0 mm | 0.24″ | 7×19, 19×7 | Industrial transmission, ropeway cables |
| 8.0 mm | 0.31″ | 7×19, 19×7 | Heavy lifting, bridge engineering |
| 10.0 mm | 0.39″ | 7×19, 19×7 | Offshore platforms, mining equipment |
| 12.0 mm | 0.47″ | 19×7, 35×7 | Elevator cables, deep sea anchor chains |
| 16.0 mm | 0.63″ | 19×7, 35×7 | Large construction machinery, oil drilling |
| 20.0 mm | 0.79″ | 35×7,Multi-strand composite structure | Heavy industry, military use |
Reference for breaking force of different structures
| Diameter (mm) | 1×7 Breaking force (kN) | 7×7 Breaking force (kN) | 7×19 Breaking force (kN) | 19×7 Breaking force (kN) |
| 2.0 mm | 3.2 kN | 2.8 kN | 2.5 kN | 3.0 kN |
| 5.0 mm | 20.1 kN | 18.5 kN | 16.0 kN | 19.0 kN |
| 8.0 mm | 51.5 kN | 47.2 kN | 42.0 kN | 50.0 kN |
| 12.0 mm | 116 kN | 106 kN | 95 kN | 112 kN |
| 16.0 mm | 206 kN | 190 kN | 170 kN | 200 kN |
Note: This table takes 316 stainless steel as an example. The actual breaking force is affected by the material (304/316, etc.) and twisting process, and the test report shall prevail.
Quality Inspection of Stainless Steel Cables
Wanzhi’s technical team conducts strict quality tests on the products before leaving the factory, including: salt spray test (corrosion resistance), impact resistance test, bending test, coating thickness test, water drip test, tensile strength test, as well as surface roughness detection, rope diameter, wire diameter, rope length, material chemical composition, as well as a series of inspections such as coil weight, coil diameter, and packaging.
Quality testing equipment
Packaging methods of stainless steel cables
- Wooden/steel tray packaging: suitable for large coils of steel cables to prevent deformation.
- Waterproof membrane + anti-rust paper: prevent moisture during sea transportation.
- Strapping fixation: avoid looseness.
- Customized label: Indicate specifications, materials, and length.
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Wanzhi Steel Factory uses export-grade packaging to ensure that the products remain in the best condition during long-distance transportation.
Wanzhi Steel Factory
As a professional stainless steel cable manufacturer, we provide:
✅ Multiple materials (304/316/2205, etc.)
✅ Full structure types (1×7 to 19×7)
✅ Non-standard size customization (0.5mm~40mm, Regular stock rope diameter: 0.36-20mm)
✅ Free cutting of length (supporting 1m~2000m/roll)
✅ Special treatment (plastic coating, coating, anti-rotation design)
✅ Comply with international standards (ASTM/EN/ISO)
Wanzhi Steel factory workshop
Wanzhi Steel is an ISO 9001-certified steel factory located in Hebei, China. It specializes in the production of SS wire rope mesh, cyclone mesh, Stainless Steel Wire Rope, Vinyl Coated Chain Link Fence, and Stainless Steel Handrail Cable, with a monthly output of 1,800 tons. With high-quality products and good services, its products have been exported to more than 120 countries around the world.
