[TowerTalk] Stainless Steel cable?

[Roger (K8RI)]

Mike, K6BR wrote:
> I was told that SS cable was not as strong as Aircraft control cable. My
>   

You have to be careful with names as the retailers aren't.  Real 
"aircraft cable" is SS. SS is not as strong, or more properly I should 
say, most steels are stronger than SS.  Galvanized steel cable comes in 
many grades.  SS is tough and corrosion resistant, but it is soft and 
not as strong as most steels.  Galvanized steel has long life and 
generally is stronger than SS
> Tri-ex does not have SS Cable fitted.  You can get the original cable from
> Tri-ex and now http://www.tashtowers.com/ or made up locally at a wire rope
> shop.
>
>   
Be careful with wire rope, particularly that made up locally. Make sure 
it has the proper strength.  I've seen 3/16ths and 1/4 wire ropes with 
strengths varying by a factor of 3 or more.

73

Roger (K8RI)
> Mike
>
> -----Original Message-----
>
> I am picking up a Tri Ex WT 51 tower tomorrow and am sure the 3/16 stainless
> steel cable will need replacing. Does anyone know the best/cheapest place
> available to acquire such cable?
>
> In the event I may need a replacement winch motor are there any suggestions
> regarding the best/cheapest place to acquire one?
>
> Your assistance will be greatly appreciated. 73, John, K5PGW 
>
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