Wire Rope Suppliers in Melbourne, Australia
When ordering wire rope, it’s essential to know the best option for your needs – after all, you don’t want to discover that the wire rope you’ve ordered is the wrong diameter or just not long enough for its intended purpose. It’s therefore important to get the right advice from trusted and experienced wire rope suppliers in Melbourne who can help save you time and money by getting it right the first time – experienced professionals like the team at Keble’s Trading.
Wire Rope Suppliers in Melbourne
When ordering wire rope, it’s essential to know the best option for your needs – after all, you don’t want to discover that the wire rope you’ve ordered is the wrong diameter or just not long enough for its intended purpose. It’s therefore important to get the right advice from trusted and experienced wire rope suppliers in Melbourne, Victoria who can help save you time and money by getting it right the first time – experienced professionals like the team at Keble’s Trading.
We stock wire rope in sizes .01 to 38mm diameter to suit your specific use, whether it’s in architecture, lifting, fishing, marine, agriculture, crane works, elevators or construction. Our stainless steel cable suppliers offer a number of options in a variety of construction specifications for you to choose from, including:
- Galvanised wire rope
- Stainless steel wire rope (in 304 general purpose or 316 marine grade)
- Coated wire rope (PVC or nylon)
- Black wire rope
Click on the links above for more information on the specific products our wire rope suppliers have available in each category.
Wire Rope Services
Our wire rope suppliers assemble and offer hydraulic and roll swaging services for industrial, architectural, marine, crane, winching and commercial applications.
We also conduct our own in-house testing services on our internal 100T test bed to certify cables and ropes for lifting, structural and load bearing applications.
Keble’s Trading delivers locally in Melbourne, Victoria and right across Australia. Browse our complete range of wire rope products, catenary wire and place your order with us today.
Please Note: Information on this page is intended for reference only and may change without prior notice. See our product disclaimer or contact us for further information.
Galvanized Wire Rope
- Fibre Core (FC) Wire Rope: 6×7, 6×19, 6×24
- Galvanised Wire Ropes: 6×36 IWRC, 7×19 WSC Aircraft, 7×7 WSC, Winch Ropes IWRC, Catenary Wire
Stainless Steel Cable / Wire Rope
Coated Wire Rope
- PVC-coated Galvanized: 6×7, 6×19, 7×19
- PVC-coated G304 Stainless Steel: 7×7, 7×19
- PVC-coated G316 Stainless Steel: 7×7, 7×19
Nylon-coated Galvanized Wire Rope
FOREWORD
Usha Martin Limited is a Speciality Steel and Steel product focused group with diverse product range in both steel as well as wire rope.
It is one of the largest wire rope manufacturer in the world. It is also the only wire rope company in the world that has a totally integrated business model to convert iron-ore into steel wire ropes as well as build its own wire-drawing and rope-making machinery.
The steel wire ropes ranges from 1.5 mm to 140mm in size, 1370 to 2160 N/mm2 in grade and encompassing all constructions and all configurations like Non-Compacted, Compacted, Plasticated, Flattened Strand,Locked Coil ropes and slings.
Usha Martin ropes conforms to all specifications in the world, viz. ISO, DIN, BS, IS, API, EN, AS, GOST, JIS and approved by all leading organisations, viz. ABS, API, DNV,LLOYDS, NKK.
Usha Martin’s rope works is one of the cleanest in the world accreditated with TPM excellence award from Japan Institute of Plant Maintenance.
It is one of the very few companies that has approval by OTIS for its worldwide Elevator rope supply.
Usha Martin Steel wire ropes finds place in every corner of the Globe and has presence in almost all application of ropes.
WIRE ROPE COMPONENTS
- Wire
- Strand
- Core
ROPE SIZE
Measure the circle just touching the extreme outer limits (crown) of the strands.
FUNDAMENTAL CONSTRUCTIONS
WIRE
ROPE
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FOREWORD
Usha Martin Limited is a Speciality Steel and Steel product focused group with diverse product range in both steel as well as wire rope.
It is one of the largest wire rope manufacturer in the world. It is also the only wire rope company in the world that has a totally integrated business model to convert
The steel wire ropes ranges from
1.5mm to 140mm in size, 1370 to 2160 N/mm2 in grade and encompassing all constructions and all configurations like Non- Compacted, Compacted, Plasticated, Flattened Strand,
Locked Coil ropes and slings.
Usha Martin ropes conforms to all specifications in the world, viz. ISO, DIN, BS, IS, API, EN, AS, GOST, JIS and approved by all leading organisations, viz. ABS, API, DNV,
LLOYDS, NKK.
Usha Martin’s rope works is one of the cleanest in the world accreditated with TPM excellence award from Japan Institute of Plant Maintenance.
It is one of the very few companies that has approval by OTIS for its worldwide Elevator rope supply.
Usha Martin Steel wire ropes finds place in every corner of the Globe and has presence in almost all application of ropes.
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WIRE ROPE BASICS
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WIRE ROPE
COMPONENTS
WIRE
STRAND
CORE
STRAND
CORE
WIRES
KING WIRE
WIRE ROPE
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ROPE SIZE
CORRECT
Measure the circle just touching the extreme outer
limits (crown) of the strands.
INCORRECT
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FUNDAMENTAL CONSTRUCTIONS
CROSS LAY
EQUAL LAY
SINGLE LAYER
SEALE
Equal number of wires in each layer.
All wires in each layer are of the same diameter.
Large outer wires rest in the valley between the small inner wires.
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FUNDAMENTAL
CONSTRUCTIONS
FILLER WIRE
WARRINGTON
COMBINED
Inner layer having half the number of wires as the outer layer
Small filler wires, equal in number to the inner layer, are laid in the valleys of the inner layer.
One diameter of wire in the inner layer.
Two diameters of wire alternating large and small in the outer layer.
The large
Combination of above constructions. Eg
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LAY
Direction of Wire
& Strand Helix
RIGHT HAND REGULAR LAY (RHRL/RHO/sZ)
LEFT HAND REGULAR LAY (LHRL/LHO/zS)
RIGHT HAND LANGS LAY (RHLL/RHL/zZ)
LEFT HAND LANGS LAY (LHLL/LHL/sS)
ALTERNATE LAY (COMBINATION OF LANGS & REGULAR)
SPECIAL ALTERNATE LAY (2 LANGS 1 REGULAR)
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IDEAL PULLEY
GROOVE
Greater contact area between the rope and the pulley reduces abrasion and enhances service life.
WRONG
Sheave groove too narrow
WRONG
Sheave groove too wide
RIGHT
Sheave groove correctly supporting
the rope for 33% of its
circumference
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PULLEY/ROPE BENDING RATIO (D/d RATIO)
Rope Dia (d)
Sheave Dia (D)
Note:
The ratios are based on Max. rope speed of 60 meters/ min. For each increase of 30 mtrs/min. in excess of 60 meters per min., add 5% to the drum diameter.
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SHEAVE OR DRUM/ROPE
DIAMETER RATIO (D:d)
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| 53 | 43 | |
2 | 6x19S |
| 40 | 32 | |
3 | 6x26SW | 37 | 29 | ||
4 | 6x25F | 32 | 26 | ||
5 | 6x31SW | 32 | 26 | ||
6 | 6x37SF | 32 | 26 | ||
7 | 6x36SW | 28 | 22 | ||
8 | 6x43SF | 28 | 22 | ||
9 | 6x50SFS | 28 | 22 | ||
10 | 6x41SW | 25 | 20 | ||
11 | 6x49SW | 25 | 20 | ||
12 | 6x49SF | 25 | 20 | ||
13 | 6x46SW | 22 | 18 | ||
14 | 6x52SW | 22 | 18 | ||
15 | 6x55SF | 23 | 18 | ||
16 | 8x19S |
| 33 | 26 | |
17 | 8x26SW | 30 | 24 | ||
18 | 8x25F | 26 | 21 | ||
19 | 8x31SW | 26 | 21 | ||
20 | 8x37SF | 26 | 21 | ||
21 | 8x36SW | 23 | 18 | ||
22 | 8x50SFS | 23 | 18 | ||
23 | 17x7 |
| 34 | 27 | |
24 | 18x7 |
| 32 | 25 | |
25 | 19x7 |
| 32 | 25 | |
26 | 34x7 | 24 | 19 | ||
27 | 35x7 | 25 | 20 | ||
28 | 6x25FS (12/12/ | ) | 42 | 35 | |
29 | 6x8FS (7/ ) |
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30 | 6x28FS (15/12/ | ) | 36 | 30 | |
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FLEET ANGLE
Angle
of Fleet
Centre line
of Reel
Centre Line
of Sheave
Note:
Recommended angle
Grooved drum : a £ 2.5O
Flat drum : 0.5O£ a £ 1.5O
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SPOOLING/ANCHORAGE
OF ROPE ON DRUM
Ropes are supplied with zero internal torque
Improper spooling induces torque in rope, reducing the rope life.
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ROPE CUTTING
PROCEDURE
Seizing
Twisting
Cutting
Note:
Seizing wire recommendation
-for ungalvanised rope – use annealed wire
-for galvanised rope – use soft,
- Diameter of wire: 8 - 24 mm = 1 mm 26 - 36 mm = 1.6 mm 38 - 56 mm = 2 mm
-Recommended seizing length = 1 x d min or 10 wraps
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ROPE CLAMPING
The Right Way to Clip Wire Rope
The Wrong Way to Clip Wire Rope
Note:
Improper fixing of clamps may lead to safety hazards. For proper clamping practice, refer applicable standard or OEM recommendations.
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LUBRICATION
Usha Martin Ropes are supplied with special lubricant
Periodic Lubrication during usage is necessary to derive enhanced performance.
CONTINUOUS BATH | DRIPPING |
POURINGSWABBING
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LUBRICATION
PAINTING | SPRAY NOZZLE |
As Manufactured +
140%
As Manufactured
100%
Life Enhancement
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STORAGE
Must be stored in a well ventilated shed. Free from moisture, dust and fumes.
Suitable lubricant to be applied every 3 months to the outer layers.
Reel containing ropes to be rolled through 90 degree after every 3 months
Protect wooden reels from the attack of termites.
In no case the reels should be put on ground or uncemented floor.
COVER / SHED
GROUND CLEARANCE
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HANDLING –
THE RIGHT WAY
Use spindle through the reels for loading/unloading or put the rope on a swift with brake arrangement.
Allow clearance for free rotation of reel when the rope end is pulled.
Maintain constant tension during haul off. Prevent crossing of rope laps on the reel.
Avoid possible kink, which is a permanent damage to a rope.
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HANDLING THE RIGHT WAY
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WIRE ROPE
CHARACTERISTICS
BEND FATIGUE
ABRASION RESISTANCE
Rope resistance to abrasion
Rope resistance to bending
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FATIGUE GREATEST
6 x 7
6 x 19S
6 x 21F
Flattened Strand
6 x 25FW
6 x 31WS
6 x 36WS
6 x 49WS
6 x 61WS
More wires – better fatigue resistance Less wires – better abrasion resistance
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WIRE ROPE CHARACTERISTICS
COMMONLY USED
CHARACTERISTICS
More wires in the outer strand (14 for 36WS) will improve bend fatigue
Less wires in the outer strands (9 for 19S) improve wear/abrasion resistance characteristics
Steel core (IWRC) resists drum crushing better than fibre core
Langs lay resists interference at drum better than ordinary lay
Abrasion Resistance
Comparison of outer wire sizes for 25 mm diameter rope, as illustration
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