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Wire rope can be reviewed for motion transfer, positioning, return, restraint and other mechanical functions in automated equipment. Selection depends on the machine layout and the complete cable assembly specification.
Cable diameter, construction, material and surface or coating.
Travel, bend radius, sheave or guide dimensions and cycle requirement.
Finished length, tolerance and both end connections.
Working load, breaking load, acceleration and test method.
Quantity, packaging, documentation and destination.
Machine safety, service life and maintenance intervals cannot be determined from cable diameter alone. The purchaser should define the operating duty and validation requirements for the complete mechanism.
Send the equipment drawing, movement and load conditions, cable specification, fittings, quantity and test requirements.
