Aircraft Steel Wire Rope

Product Introduction

Aircraft steel wire rope is a specialized, high-performance mechanical component designed exclusively for aviation use.

Ultra-high strength and ultra-light weight: It is made of high-grade alloy steel (such as AISI 302/304 stainless steel or specially heat-treated carbon steel). This type of steel has an tensile strength ranging from 1800 to 2200 megapascals - a strength sufficient to withstand critical loads (such as controlling wing flaps or landing gear), but with a weight that is light enough not to add unnecessary weight to the aircraft.

Outstanding fatigue resistance: Aircraft undergo hundreds or thousands of operations during takeoff, landing, and adjustment of control devices. The helical structure of this rope (winding wire + rope strands) has been optimized to absorb vibrations and repeated stress, so it is less likely to break or weaken over long-term use.

Corrosion and chemical resistance: Most versions have a protective coating - either galvanized (for basic rust prevention) or a special polymer layer. This protects the rope from moisture, salt fog (for commercial airliners), and fuel/oil residues, preventing rust or material deterioration.

Accuracy and consistency: Each batch of products undergoes tests for diameter tolerance (usually within ±0.02 millimeters), flexibility, and breaking strength. Even minor flaws (such as a broken wire) can lead to rejection - aviation standards (such as SAE, ISO 4344) do not tolerate any errors.

Product Benefits

Aircraft steel wire rope can adjust the wing flaps/slat (to enhance lift during takeoff and landing), control the rudder (for left or right turns), or move the elevator (for climbing or diving).

Fixing the cargo in the aircraft cargo hold (to prevent the packages from moving due to air turbulence), lifting components during aircraft maintenance (such as disassembling the engine), or deploying emergency systems (such as deploying the emergency landing gear).