What is Eips Iwrc?

6×36 galvanized wire rope is included in the 6×36 classification of wire rope, it is made from Extra Improved Plow Steel (EIPS) and has an independent wire rope core (IWRC). These wire ropes have a third layer of wires which make them more flexible, although less abrasion resistant than the 6×19 class.

What is Eips cable?

This is an industry standard with wire cable manufacturers and steel cable suppliers. Grade of Steel – EIPS, EEIPS: EIPS is Extra Improved Plowed Steel and has roughly 10% more strength than IPS. Lang lay means the wires are twisted in the same direction as the strands are wrapped around the wire rope core.

What is Iwrc cable?

IWRC= independent wire rope core Independent wire rope cores offer more support to the outer strands and have a higher resistance to crushing and heat. Independent wire rope core also has less stretch and more strength.

How many wires are in each strand of 6X19 rope?

26 wires
A 6X19 class wire rope contains 6 strands with 16 through 26 wires per strand.

What is the grade of wire rope?

The strength of wire rope is broken down into different grades, including: Improved Plow Steel (IPS) Extra Improved Plow Steel (EIPS) is 15% stronger than IPS. Extra Extra Improved Plow Steel (EEIPS) is 10% stronger than EIPS.

Is twisted or braided rope stronger?

Braided rope is stronger and is nicer on the hands than twisted rope, but it’s a pain to splice yourself. This means if you’re using a windlass and chain, and you are doing your own splicing, you’ll probably need to use twisted rope.