Steel Wire Rope Metal Cable Rigging 7x7 PVC Plastic COATED Diameter 0.6mm-5mm

For lightweight climbing plants such as sweet peas or beans, 0.6 mm–1 mm is typically sufficient. For heavier climbers like wisteria or grape vines on a timber frame, 1.5 mm–2 mm provides a more secure span. If the horizontal run exceeds 3 m without intermediate support, step up one diameter size to reduce sag under load.

Breaking load varies with diameter. As a general guide, 7×7 stainless wire rope in this size range typically achieves approximately 100–200 kg for 1 mm, rising to 1,000–1,500 kg for 5 mm, though exact figures depend on the specific wire grade and manufacturing tolerances. For safety-critical applications, please contact us to confirm the rated minimum breaking load for your chosen variant before ordering.

The 304 stainless steel core is inherently corrosion-resistant and will not rust under normal outdoor or damp conditions. The PVC jacket adds a secondary barrier that prevents moisture from reaching the wire bundle at the cable surface. At cut ends or damaged sections of the jacket, the exposed stainless wire remains rust-resistant, though sealing cut ends with heat-shrink tubing or end caps is recommended for long-term outdoor installations.

Yes. Standard aluminium or stainless swage sleeves, wire rope clips, and thimbles are compatible, provided the fitting bore is sized for the overall coated diameter of the cable (not just the bare wire diameter). The PVC jacket typically adds 0.2–0.5 mm to the overall diameter, so measure or check the product images before selecting fittings. For a clean termination, the PVC jacket can be stripped back at the end before inserting into a swage fitting.

This wire rope is widely used for horizontal balustrade infill cables in residential deck and staircase applications. For this use, 3 mm–4 mm diameter is the most common choice, tensioned between posts with threaded end fittings or turnbuckles. Always verify that your installation meets local building code requirements for balustrade cable spacing and tensile load — the cable itself must be specified to the load ratings required by your jurisdiction.

Use a dedicated wire rope cutter or angle grinder with a cutting disc rather than standard wire cutters, which can splay the strands. Before cutting, wrap the cut point tightly with electrical tape or a cable tie on both sides of the intended cut line — this compresses the strands and reduces fraying. After cutting, apply a small amount of clear adhesive or heat-shrink tubing over the cut end to keep the strands bound. For the PVC-coated version, the jacket itself helps hold the outer strands together at the cut.

Measure the straight-line distance between your two anchor points, then add at least 0.5 m per end for termination loops, tensioning hardware, and any routing around pulleys or hooks. For a 10 m span, order at least 11–12 m. If you are unsure, ordering the next length up avoids the cost of a second order for a short offcut.