SS8 PVC Coated Galvanised Steel Wire Rope Cable, 5mm Diameter, 3m Length | 4mm Core plus 1mm Outer Layer, 6x7 Fibre Core to DIN 3055, Weatherproof, Easy on the Hands

Galvanised steel wire rope with a PVC coating that protects the rope from corrosion and wear. The strength of a steel rope with extra protection against corrosion and mechanical damage. Declared load data for 5mm: minimum breaking load 9.59 kN and working load 2.4 kN, with a 6x7 fibre core (FC) construction to DIN 3055. Working loads are the manufacturer's figures at a 4:1 safety factor; apply the safety factor your application requires. This listing: 3 metres (9.8ft) of 5mm (0.20in) rope, a 4mm steel core plus a 1mm PVC layer. Also available in 3mm, 4mm, 6mm, 8mm diameters and in 1, 5, 10, 30, 50, 75, 100 metre lengths. Protection against corrosion in various weather conditions, known for longevity and durability. Smooth PVC surface that is easier on the hands than bare wire and does not scratch the surfaces it rests against. Seal or tape the cut ends first, then cut through the rope: this stops the strands underneath unravelling once the coating is cut. Typical uses: lifting and securing construction elements and pulling tools on site; lifting, securing and transporting loads in workshops and industry; sailing and boats: sheets, ladders, anchor ropes and steering lines; agriculture: tractors, farm machinery, tying and securing loads; fishing and making fishing rods; DIY projects and general use; washing lines and clotheslines; securing and tying down loads for transport and storage; garden trellis, plant supports and fencing wire runs.