Multi-layer, contrahelically stranded wire rope
US4470249A · kind A · utility
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| Filing date | Feb 18, 1983 |
| Grant date | Sep 11, 1984 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Feb 18, 2003 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC D)Textiles; Paper
- CPC primaryD07B2201/108
- WIPO fieldOther consumer goods
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
A wire rope comprising an outer rope layer and an inner rope layer of wire strands is provided. The inner rope layer itself is comprised of multiple layers, usually in a parallel laid, coreless arrangement. The inner and outer rope layers are contrahelically laid and are usually lubricated. A thermoplastic or elastomer can be utilized to encapsulate the lubricant within the inner rope layer or within both the inner and outer rope layers.
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