Wire Rope

Shop and request a quote for high-performance wire rope in stainless steel, galvanized, bright, IWRC, FC, and specialty constructions. Available in multiple strand configurations and diameters for industrial, OEM, and structural applications.

Shop Wire Rope by Construction, Core Type & Finish

Browse Lexco’s wire rope options by construction, core type, material, finish, and specification. Select a product category below or request help from our team if you need guidance choosing the right wire rope for your application.

Need Help Selecting Wire Rope?

Not sure which construction, finish, diameter, or core type is right for your application? Our team can assist with specification guidance, custom cutting, and
bulk supply options.

Industrial Wire Rope
Supplier & Manufacturer

Lexco supplies and fabricates wire rope for OEMs, construction companies, infrastructure projects, marine applications, utilities, lifting operations, and general industrial use. Whether you need standard wire rope, specialty constructions, custom lengths, value-added fittings, or production-volume supply, our team can help you source the right solution for your application.

• Stainless steel, galvanized, bright, and coated wire rope
• Fiber core and independent wire rope core constructions
• ASTM-compliant guy strand and structural strand
• Custom cut-to-length services
• Value-added assemblies and fittings
• Bulk and production-volume supply

How to Choose the Right Wire Rope

Choosing the right wire rope depends on your application, load requirements, environment, equipment, flexibility needs, abrasion exposure, and any applicable ASTM or MIL standards.

IWRC is typically selected for higher strength, heat resistance, and crushing resistance. Fiber core wire rope provides greater flexibility and is often used in lighter-duty or bending applications.

6×19 constructions generally offer stronger abrasion resistance for rugged environments. 6×37 constructions offer greater flexibility for applications with frequent bending.

Stainless steel is commonly used for corrosion resistance, galvanized wire rope is a practical option for outdoor and industrial applications, and bright wire rope is suited for indoor or controlled environments.

Consider load requirements, flexibility, abrasion exposure, corrosion risk, diameter, safety factors, and required specifications when selecting wire rope.

Common Wire
Rope Applications

Wire rope is used across lifting, structural, mechanical, marine, industrial, and OEM applications where strength, flexibility, durability, and environmental performance matter.

• Lifting, hoisting, and load securement
• Marine and outdoor environments
• Structural support and infrastructure
• OEM equipment and mechanical systems
• Construction and industrial use
• Aircraft cable and control applications
• Guying, bracing, and support systems
• Bridge, utility, and high-performance structural applications

Industries We Serve

Wire Rope for Demanding Industrial, Structural
& OEM Applications

• Military
• Aerospace
• Marine
• Automotive
• Agriculture
• Fitness
• OEM Manufacturing
• Architectural Cable Railing
• Safety
• Construction
• Infrastructure
• Utilities

Wire Rope Guides

Explore technical guides, product insights, and selection resources to help you choose the right wire rope, fittings, and assemblies for your application.

How to Select the Best
Wire Rope Assembly Supplier

A helpful guide for evaluating suppliers based on capabilities,
experience, product range, and application support.

Custom Cable Assemblies & Wire Rope Fabrication: Solutions for Complex Applications

Learn how custom fabrication supports complex
applications across industrial, OEM, and specialty use cases.

Turnbuckle Hardware:
What You Need to Know

Review how turnbuckles support wire rope
tensioning and common rigging applications.

Swageless vs. Swaged Cable
Fitting: Which Is Better?

Compare fitting options and understand when
swaged or swageless fittings may be appropriate.

Wire RopE
Technical
Resources

Common Questions Before Choosing Wire Rope

What Are the Common Materials Used in the Manufacturing of Wire Rope Threaded Studs?2026-02-12T18:44:22+00:00

Wire rope threaded studs are typically made from materials like carbon steel, stainless steel, and alloy steel, each selected for its specific properties such as strength, corrosion resistance, and suitability for various environmental conditions.

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What are wire rope threaded studs, and why are they important?2026-02-12T18:44:26+00:00

Wire rope threaded studs are crucial fastening components used in various applications to ensure structural integrity and reliability. They serve as the primary means of securing materials together across industries such as construction, automotive, aerospace, and marine.

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What Stranding Constructions Does Mil-dtl-87161 Cover?2026-02-12T18:44:31+00:00

1×7

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What Stranding Constructions Does Mil-dtl-83140 Cover?2026-02-12T18:44:35+00:00

19×7 rotation resistant

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What Stranding Constructions Does Mil-dtl-83420 Cover?2026-02-12T18:47:16+00:00

7×7 bare

7×7 jacketed

7×19 bare

7×19 jacketed

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Are There Different Types of Rotation-resistant Wire Rope?2026-02-12T18:47:21+00:00

There are 3 categories of rotation-resistant wire ropes organized by torque reduction.

  1. Category 1 is the most rotation-resistant and typical constructions are 34×7 and 35×7. Category 1 rotation-resistant wire rope may be used with a swivel.
  2. Category 2 is moderate and typical constructions are 19×7 and 19×19. Category 2 rotation-resistant wire ropes should not be used with a swivel.
  3. Category 3 has the least rotation-resistant of the 3 categories and typical constructions are 8×19 and 8×25. Category 3 rotation-resistant wire ropes should not be used with a swivel.

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What Are the Different Wire Rope Constructions?2026-02-12T18:47:26+00:00
Classification # of Strands # of Wires # of Max Outer Wires
6×19 6 15-26 12
6×37 6 27-49 18
6×61 6 50-74 24
6×91 6 75-108 30
6×127 6 109+ 36

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What Are the Differences Among Bright, Galvanized and Stainless Steel?2026-02-12T18:47:32+00:00

Bright wire rope is fabricated from wires that are not coated.

Rotation Resistant Bright wire rope is designed to resist the tendency to spin or rotate under load. In general, this rope is used as single part lines or situations where operating conditions require a rope that will resist cabling in a multipart system. The essential nature of rotation resistant rope designs impose certain limitations on their application and necessitate special handling requirements not encountered with other rope classifications.

Galvanized wire rope is zinc coated for corrosion resistance and has approximately the same pulling strength as Bright. In favorable environments, it can provide an economical alternative to stainless steel.

Stainless steel wire rope is made up of corrosion-resistant steel wires and is the highest quality wire rope available. It has approximately the same pulling strength as Bright or Galvanized rope and lasts the longest under harsh conditions such as saltwater and other acidic environments.

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What Are the Rope Lay Options?2026-02-12T18:47:37+00:00

The finished rope has either a right or left-hand lay, which refers to the direction in which the strands were wrapped around the core.

Regular lay means the individual wires were wrapped around the centers in one direction, and the strands were wrapped around the core in the opposite direction.

Lang’s lay means the wires were wrapped around the centers in one direction, and the strands were wrapped around the core in the same direction.

The length of lay is measured as the distance in inches for one strand to go completely around the rope one time.

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What Are the Factors Affecting the Selection of Wire Rope?2026-02-12T18:47:44+00:00

Strength-resistance to breaking
The wire rope should be strong enough to handle the maximum potential load, including safety factors.

Resistance to bending fatigue
Fatigue is caused by repeatedly bending rope around drums, sheaves, etc. A wire rope with strands made up of many small wires will be more resistant to fatigue, but less resistant to abrasion.

Resistance to vibrational fatigue 
Energy is absorbed via the end fittings or at the tangent point where the rope contacts the sheave.

Resistance to abrasion 
Abrasion occurs when a rope is dragged over the ground or other surfaces. A wire rope with strands made of fewer, larger wires will be more resistant to abrasion, but less resistant to fatigue.

Resistance to crushing 
During use, a wire rope may encounter crushing forces or be struck against hard objects. This can cause the rope to become flattened or distorted, resulting in premature breakage. Wire rope must have sufficient lateral stability to withstand the crushing pressures it may encounter. Regular lay ropes have greater lateral stability than Lang’s lay, and six-strand wire ropes have greater lateral stability than eight-strand ropes.

Reserve strength
Reserve strength is the combined strength of all the wires contained within the strands.

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Source the Right Wire Rope
for Your Application

From stainless steel and galvanized wire rope to aircraft cable, IWRC, fiber core, strand, and specialty constructions, Lexco helps you source wire rope built for your project requirements.

PRODUCTS WE OFFER

WIRE
ROPE

Whether you need standard or specialty wire strand, aircraft cable, or coated
cable, we have the right solution
for your industry.

WIRE ROPE
FITTINGS

With expertise in crimping and swaging, Lexco provides wire rope fittings, from end fittings to turnbuckles, all crafted to meet rigorous standards.

HARDWARE
AND TOOLS

Equip yourself with Lexco® Cable’s Cable’s hardware and tools, essential for any wire rope application, including terminations for wire rope rigging.

ARCHITECTURAL
CABLE RAILINGS

Enhance your space with our architectural cable railings, combining elegance and safety.

PUSH-PULL
CONTROLS

Inner-cable travels through
conduit to make these
push-pull controls

BUNGEE
CORDS

Discover the versatility of Lexco’s bungee cords, designed for strength
and flexibility.

Custom
Assemblies

Custom cable solutions built for precise fit, 
reliable function, and lasting durability.

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