Product Description
High-Performance Swaged Logging Rope with Smooth Outer Surface
Swaged wire rope is a high-performance logging cable engineered to outlast and outperform traditional wire rope in tough, abrasive environments. During the swaging (compacting) process, the rope is compressed after closing, creating a smoother outer surface, greater linear density, and increased resistance to snagging and drum crushing. The result is a rope that spools cleaner, runs easier over sheaves, and stands up to the rigors of life in the woods.
- Higher linear density (more weight per foot) for greater strength at a given diameter
- Smoother outer surface to reduce snagging and abrasion in rough conditions
- Improved spooling with added resistance to drum crushing
- Durable outer strands built for demanding logging applications
- Material: Extra Improved Plow Steel (EIPS) with Independent Wire Rope Center (IWRC)
- Mill certificates available upon request
Common uses: skyline, guyline, dropline, skidding line, haulback, and drumline applications where durability, spooling performance, and longer service life matter most.
Minimum Breaking Strength (MBS) and Weight
| Size (in.) | Minimum Breaking Strength (lbs) | Approx. Weight (lbs/ft) |
|---|---|---|
| 3/8" | 18,500 | 0.330 |
| 7/16" | 24,300 | 0.420 |
| 1/2" | 31,000 | 0.550 |
| 9/16" | 40,000 | 0.710 |
| 5/8" | 49,000 | 0.870 |
| 11/16" | 59,000 | 1.05 |
| 3/4" | 69,000 | 1.25 |
| 7/8" | 95,000 | 1.70 |
| 1" | 124,000 | 2.22 |
| 1-1/8" | 153,000 | 2.81 |
| 1-1/4" | 186,000 | 3.47 |
| 1-3/8" | 222,000 | 4.20 |
Specifications
Safety Notice
Although Bishop Lifting strives to manufacture and sell the highest quality rigging and safety gear, use of the gear is dangerous if not used correctly by competent trained professionals. Bishop Lifting disclaims any liability resulting from the misuse of its rigging and safety gear. Please take a moment to more thoroughly review our disclaimer.
Bishop Lifting rigging and safety gear is only intended to be used by competent trained professionals. Misuse of the rigging and safety gear can result in serious injury up to and including loss of life. As such, Bishop Lifting disclaims liability for any misuse or incorrect product selection by our customers.
Rigging and safety gear purchased from Bishop Lifting should be used in strict accordance with all industry and OSHA standards. At no time should rigging or safety gear be used beyond its certified load ratings (aka Working Load Limits). Normal wear and tear should be expected with use of rigging and safety gear; therefore, all gear should be thoroughly inspected before each and every use. Worn or unsafe rigging and safety gear should never be used.
