Steel Wire Rope Supplier
Bao Steel (Qingdao) Co., Ltd. supplies steel wire rope for lifting, rigging, cranes, hoists, winches, mining, marine, construction machinery and industrial equipment. We support common constructions such as 6×7, 6×19, 6×36, 6×37, 7×7 and 7×19, with fiber core, IWRC, galvanized, ungalvanized, bright, lubricated and PVC-coated options according to working conditions.
Steel Wire Rope Reels, Construction Details and Export Packing
Steel wire rope quotation must be based on more than diameter. Construction, core type, tensile grade, surface finish, lubrication, lay direction, reel length, breaking load and working application all affect selection and price.
Wire Rope Reel Stock
Show wire rope reels, warehouse storage, reel labels, diameter and construction information.
6×19 Class Wire Rope
Show 6×19 class rope for abrasion resistance, lifting, rigging and general crane applications.
6×36 / 6×37 Class Rope
Show flexible wire rope for bending fatigue, sheaves, cranes, hoists and repeated movement.
Galvanized Steel Wire Rope
Show galvanized surface for marine, outdoor, fencing, guy wire and corrosion-exposed use.
Wooden Reel Packing
Show wooden reel, steel reel, coil packing, length labels and shipment protection.
Export Loading
Show reels, pallets, container loading, labels, packing marks and export shipment handling.
Choose the Wire Rope Requirement Before Quotation
Wire rope is an engineered product. Before quotation, buyers should confirm rope construction, core type, rope diameter, tensile grade, surface finish, lay direction, reel length, minimum breaking force and working application.
6-Strand Wire Rope
For cranes, hoists, winches, lifting, rigging, slings and general industrial applications.
Galvanized Wire Rope
For marine, outdoor, guy wire, fencing, agricultural support and corrosion-exposed use.
IWRC Wire Rope
For applications requiring higher crush resistance, better stability and stronger metallic core support.
PVC-Coated Wire Rope
For protective covering, handling safety, outdoor use and light-duty cable applications.
Steel Wire Rope Products We Supply
We support wire rope sourcing for crane suppliers, rigging distributors, marine hardware buyers, mining equipment users, construction machinery buyers, hoist manufacturers and industrial maintenance companies.
6-Strand Steel Wire Rope
6-strand wire rope is widely used for lifting, rigging, cranes, winches, hoists and industrial equipment.
- Common constructions include 6×7, 6×19, 6×25, 6×26, 6×36 and 6×37
- Available with fiber core, IWRC or wire strand core according to application
- Suitable for lifting, rigging, cranes, hoists, winches and industrial equipment
- Diameter, core, construction, tensile grade and breaking load must be confirmed
Galvanized Steel Wire Rope
Galvanized wire rope is selected for outdoor, marine and corrosion-exposed environments where surface protection matters.
- Used for marine rigging, guy wire, fencing support, agriculture and outdoor installation
- Galvanized surface helps improve corrosion resistance in exposed environments
- Construction, diameter, zinc coating expectation and reel length should be confirmed
- Wooden reel, coil packing, pallet packing and export labels can be arranged
IWRC Steel Wire Rope
IWRC wire rope uses an independent wire rope core and is preferred where rope stability and crushing resistance are more important.
- Suitable for cranes, hoists, winches, mining and heavy-duty industrial use
- Better metallic core support compared with common fiber core rope in demanding conditions
- Confirm rope diameter, construction, tensile grade, lay direction and breaking force
- Inspection report and test certificate can be discussed by order requirements
PVC-Coated Wire Rope
PVC-coated wire rope is used when buyers need a protective outer layer for handling, appearance or environmental protection.
- Used for light-duty cables, safety cables, guardrails, agriculture, fencing and outdoor fixtures
- Confirm inner rope diameter, coated outer diameter, color and coating thickness
- Galvanized or bright inner rope options can be discussed according to use
- Coil packing, reel packing and carton packing can be arranged by order
Common Wire Rope Constructions and Selection Logic
Rope construction determines flexibility, abrasion resistance, fatigue performance and suitability for sheaves, drums, hoists and winches. Buyers should not only ask for “steel wire rope”; the construction should match the working condition.
6×7 Class
Fewer wires per strand, relatively stronger abrasion resistance but lower flexibility. Often used where bending fatigue is not the main concern.
6×19 Class
Balanced construction for abrasion resistance and general flexibility. Common for lifting, rigging, cranes, slings and general industrial use.
6×36 / 6×37 Class
More wires per strand, better flexibility and bending fatigue performance. Often used over sheaves and drums in repeated movement.
7×7 / 7×19 Cable
Often used for control cables, light-duty wire rope, safety cables, coated cables and flexible cable applications.
FC, IWRC and WSC Core Options
The rope core supports the outer strands and affects flexibility, strength, crush resistance and working stability. Core type should be confirmed before quotation.
FC - Fiber Core
Fiber core wire rope is generally more flexible and suitable for applications where flexibility is prioritized over crush resistance.
IWRC - Independent Wire Rope Core
IWRC provides metallic core support and is commonly selected for heavy-duty lifting, cranes, hoists and demanding industrial conditions.
WSC - Wire Strand Core
Wire strand core can be used for certain smaller ropes or specific construction requirements where metallic core support is needed.
Core Selection
Confirm whether the rope will work over sheaves, drums, winches, cranes, marine equipment or static support systems.
Regular Lay, Lang Lay, Right Lay and Left Lay
Lay direction affects handling, rotation tendency, abrasion behavior and suitability for different lifting or hoisting systems. When buyers have equipment manuals or old rope markings, these details should be copied accurately into the RFQ.
Right Regular Lay
Common lay type for many general-purpose ropes. Wires and strands are laid in opposite directions.
Left Regular Lay
Used when equipment or rope system requires left-hand rope direction. Must be confirmed from original specification.
Right Lang Lay
Wires and strands are laid in the same direction. Often considered when abrasion resistance or special equipment requirement applies.
Left Lang Lay
Used for specific equipment requirements. Buyers should confirm this carefully because wrong lay direction can affect performance.
Steel Wire Rope Specification Details
The following details are used for quotation review. Final supply should be confirmed according to rope diameter, construction, core type, surface, tensile grade, breaking load, reel length, standard and application.
Main Technical Details
- ProductSteel wire rope, galvanized wire rope, bright wire rope, PVC-coated wire rope
- Construction6×7, 6×19, 6×25, 6×26, 6×36, 6×37, 7×7, 7×19 or buyer-specified construction
- Core TypeFC, IWRC, WSC or buyer-specified core
- SurfaceBright, galvanized, ungalvanized, lubricated, PVC-coated or buyer-specified finish
- Lay DirectionRight regular lay, left regular lay, right lang lay, left lang lay or buyer-specified lay
- DiameterSend exact rope diameter, tolerance and old rope specification if replacing an existing rope
Quotation Details to Confirm
- StrengthTensile grade, minimum breaking force, working load requirement or equipment manual requirement
- LengthLength per reel, total meters, cut length, coil length or drum packing requirement
- ApplicationCrane, hoist, winch, sling, mining, marine, elevator, rigging, construction machinery or general use
- StandardGB, EN, ISO, ASTM, API or buyer-specified technical requirement
- InspectionDiameter check, construction check, breaking load test, surface check and packing photos by order
- DestinationDestination country or port, trade term, shipment schedule and document requirements
Bright, Galvanized, Lubricated and PVC-Coated Options
Surface finish affects corrosion resistance, appearance, lubrication, storage life and use environment. For outdoor or marine applications, galvanized or coated options should be reviewed carefully.
Bright Wire Rope
Common for indoor lifting, crane, hoist and industrial applications where galvanized surface is not required.
Galvanized Wire Rope
Selected for outdoor, marine, agricultural, fencing, guy wire and corrosion-exposed applications.
Lubricated Wire Rope
Used to improve internal lubrication and working performance depending on rope construction and application.
PVC-Coated Wire Rope
Used for protective covering, color identification, handling safety and light-duty cable applications.
Diameter Checking, Construction Verification and Breaking Load Test
For steel wire rope orders, buyers usually check diameter, rope construction, core type, lay direction, surface, breaking load, reel packing, labels and shipment photos before final acceptance.
Diameter Checking
Show wire rope diameter checking with calipers or micrometer to verify ordered size.
Construction Verification
Show rope construction, strand count, core type, surface finish and lay direction inspection.
Breaking Load Test
Show tensile testing, breaking load report, inspection record or third-party inspection support.
Common Applications of Steel Wire Rope
Steel wire rope is selected according to working load, bending condition, abrasion, corrosion environment, drum system, sheave diameter, rotation requirement and safety factor.
Cranes and Hoists
For overhead cranes, tower cranes, hoists, lifting systems, crane ropes and industrial lifting equipment.
Winches and Rigging
For winch lines, rigging, pulling, slings, towing, industrial handling and equipment maintenance.
Marine and Outdoor Use
For marine rigging, guy wire, outdoor support, fencing cable, agriculture and corrosion-exposed environments.
Mining and Machinery
For mining, construction machinery, elevators, haulage systems, heavy equipment and mechanical transmission.
Crane, Marine Rigging and Winch Use Cases
Use application photos to help buyers connect wire rope construction with real working conditions such as lifting, rigging, winching, marine use and heavy equipment operation.
Crane Lifting
Show steel wire rope used for cranes, hoists, lifting blocks or heavy industrial lifting.
Marine and Rigging
Show galvanized wire rope used for marine rigging, outdoor cable, guy wire or support systems.
Mining and Winch Use
Show wire rope used for winches, mining equipment, pulling systems or construction machinery.
Construction Review, Core Selection, Test Report and Export Packing
We help buyers check whether the requested wire rope matches the working condition, old rope label, equipment manual, rope diameter, core type, lay direction, tensile grade and breaking load requirement.
Construction Review
Review 6×7, 6×19, 6×36, 6×37, 7×7, 7×19 or buyer-specified construction.
Core and Lay Confirmation
Confirm FC, IWRC, WSC, regular lay, lang lay, right lay and left lay according to application.
Inspection Documents
Support MTC, test report, breaking load report, inspection photos, packing list and certificate of origin.
Export Packing
Wooden reel, steel reel, coil packing, pallet packing, labels, shipping marks and loading photos.
Common Questions from Steel Wire Rope Buyers
What information should I send for a steel wire rope quotation?
Send rope diameter, construction, core type, surface finish, tensile grade, lay direction, minimum breaking force, length per reel, quantity, application and destination country or port.
What is the difference between 6×19 and 6×36 wire rope?
6×19 class ropes are commonly selected when abrasion resistance is important. 6×36 or 6×37 class ropes generally provide better flexibility and bending fatigue performance. Final choice should follow the equipment and working condition.
What is the difference between FC and IWRC?
FC means fiber core and is usually selected for better flexibility. IWRC means independent wire rope core and is commonly selected for stronger metallic core support, higher stability and better crush resistance.
Can you supply galvanized steel wire rope?
Yes. Galvanized steel wire rope can be discussed for marine, outdoor, guy wire, fencing, agricultural support and corrosion-exposed applications.
Can you supply PVC-coated wire rope?
Yes. PVC-coated wire rope can be discussed according to inner rope diameter, coated outer diameter, coating color, rope construction, length and packing method.
Can you provide test report and breaking load information?
Yes. Test report, breaking load report, MTC, inspection photos, packing list, certificate of origin and loading photos can be discussed according to order requirements.
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Send Your Steel Wire Rope Inquiry
Send rope diameter, construction, core type, surface finish, tensile grade, lay direction, breaking load requirement, length per reel, quantity, application and destination details. We will check suitable supply route, documents, packing and quotation details.
Direct Contact
For Faster Quotation, Please Include
- ✓Rope diameter, construction: 6×7, 6×19, 6×36, 6×37, 7×7, 7×19 or other construction.
- ✓Core type: FC, IWRC, WSC; surface: bright, galvanized, lubricated or PVC-coated.
- ✓Tensile grade, minimum breaking force, lay direction, length per reel and quantity.
- ✓Application, inspection requirement, destination country or port, trade term and shipment schedule.
Document Support
- MTC
- Test report
- Breaking load report
- Diameter check
- Packing list
- Certificate of origin
- Inspection photos
- Loading photos
Steel Inquiry Form
Use this form for steel wire rope, galvanized wire rope, PVC-coated wire rope, carbon steel wire rod, steel strand and other steel product inquiries.
