The breaking force of a steel wire rope refers to the maximum tensile force or weight that the steel wire rope can withstand under extreme conditions. It can also be referred to as static breaking force or static load breaking force. The breaking force of steel wire rope is very important in industrial manufacturing, construction, marine transportation, aerial work, and the use of other heavy equipment. Understanding the concept of wire rope breaking force and related factors helps to select the appropriate wire rope and ensure its safe use.

1. Composition of steel wire rope

A steel wire rope is made by winding many wires. These wires are typically made of carbon steel, stainless steel, or other metals. The density and load carrying capacity of steel wire ropes are related to the number and diameter of filament winding. In the same length of steel wire ropes, the load carrying capacity of steel wire ropes with larger diameters is higher.

2. Diversity of breaking force

The breaking force of a wire rope refers to the maximum weight that the wire rope can support without bending and stress. The breaking force of a steel wire rope is related to its bearing capacity and stress. When using, it is necessary to select different breaking forces based on the environment and application requirements to ensure that the steel wire rope will not break even under extreme conditions.

3. Test method for breaking force

The breaking force of a steel wire rope can be determined by different test methods. These tests can be conducted by the manufacturer, relevant laboratories, or third-party auditing agencies. There are two main methods for testing: static tension testing and dynamic tension testing.

Static tensile test: Static tensile test refers to the tensile test of steel wire rope in a static state. The tested wire rope is first clamped and then gradually applied with a tensile force until the wire rope breaks. This process allows the determination of the breaking force of the wire rope.

Dynamic tensile testing: Dynamic tensile testing uses the same testing equipment to test the breaking force of steel wire ropes under different environmental conditions. During the testing process, the steel wire rope is manufactured into a loop, and the testing equipment applies a longitudinal tensile force. This test allows measurement of the breaking force of the wire rope and its adaptability to environmental conditions.

4. Factors affecting the breaking force

There are some factors that can affect the breaking force of a wire rope, such as:

● Type and quantity of fibers: Different types and quantities of fibers can lead to different bearing capacity.

● Construction: The construction of a steel wire rope determines its strength and shape. Wire ropes of different shapes are suitable for different working conditions and environments.

● Service life: The strength of the steel wire rope will change over time and use.

In short, the breaking force of steel wire rope is a very important parameter, which is related to the safety of the production process, the quality and stability of the equipment. When selecting and purchasing steel wire ropes, relevant factors must be carefully considered, and strict manufacturing standards and quality control requirements must be observed to ensure that the steel wire ropes can work effectively under the specified force and environment.