Built for strength, durability, and all-weather performance, our Galvanized Aircraft Cable is a commercial-grade steel wire rope drawn from high-carbon steel and hot-dip/electro-galvanized for excellent rust and corrosion resistance. Available in flexible 7x19, abrasion-resistant 7x7, and heavy-duty 6x19 constructions and in diameters from 1/16" up to 1/2", it’s a dependable, economical choice for rigging, lifting, railing, and a wide range of general-purpose applications.
Key Features
- Galvanized high-carbon steel for strong corrosion and rust resistance
- Choice of 7x7 (rigid, abrasion-resistant), 7x19 (highly flexible), and 6x19 (heavy-duty) constructions
- Wide diameter range from 1/16" to 1/2"
- High strength-to-diameter ratio with reliable, consistent breaking strength
- Sold by the coil and reel in lengths from 25 ft up to 5,000 ft
Ideal Applications
- Cable railing, deck and stair railing infill
- Rigging, winch lines, slings, and tie-downs
- Trellises, fencing, guy wires, and overhead supports
- Agricultural, marine, industrial, and architectural projects
Construction & Specifications
| Material |
Galvanized high-carbon steel |
| Constructions |
7x7, 7x19, and 6x19 |
| Diameters |
1/16", 3/32", 1/8", 5/32", 3/16", 1/4", 5/16", 3/8", 1/2" |
| Finish |
Galvanized (zinc-coated) for corrosion resistance |
| Grade |
Commercial-grade aircraft cable (not for aircraft flight controls) |
| Packaging |
Coils and reels, multiple lengths available |
Minimum Breaking Strength by Size
| Cable Size |
Construction |
Min. Breaking Strength (approx.) |
| 1/16" |
7x7 |
480 lbs |
| 3/32" |
7x7 |
920 lbs |
| 1/8" |
7x7 |
1,700 lbs |
| 1/8" |
7x19 |
2,000 lbs |
| 5/32" |
7x19 |
2,800 lbs |
| 3/16" |
7x19 |
4,200 lbs |
| 1/4" |
7x19 |
7,000 lbs |
| 5/16" |
7x19 |
9,800 lbs |
| 3/8" |
7x19 |
14,400 lbs |
| 1/2" |
6x19 |
24,000 lbs |
Store cable in a clean, dry area away from moisture and chemicals; keep coils and reels supported to prevent kinking. Breaking-strength figures are nominal minimum values for new, unspliced cable and are provided for reference only — always apply an appropriate design safety factor (commonly 5:1, or higher for overhead/life-safety use). Commercial-grade aircraft cable is intended for general-purpose use and is not certified for aircraft flight controls.
