Galvanized Aircraft Cable

Commercial-grade aircraft cable takes its name from its small-diameter, high-flexibility construction, not from certification for flight. It cannot be used for aircraft flight controls. WWE supplies it for general-purpose jobs like slings, winch line, and non-aircraft control cables. Customers needing certified cable can request the mil-spec version.

WWE galvanized aircraft cable (GAC) is one of the most common, most versatile wire ropes in the catalog. Common uses include winches, zip lines, cable railings, slings, and non-aircraft control cables. The galvanized coating adds corrosion resistance for indoor and outdoor service.

The numbers describe construction. 7x19 uses the most wires, giving the highest flexibility for winches and moving lines. 7x7 offers moderate flexibility for general utility work. 1x19 is the stiffest, suited to standing rigging and cable railing where minimal stretch matters. WWE stocks all three in galvanized and stainless.

Choose based on environment. Galvanized aircraft cable suits dry, general-purpose, and coated applications at a lower cost. Stainless steel aircraft cable resists rust in wet, coastal, and saltwater settings. WWE supplies both. The right pick depends on exposure, budget, and finish. Contact the team to match the cable to the job.

Yes. WWE supplies galvanized aircraft cable in full reels and custom cut-to-length pieces. The team also fabricates custom wire rope slings. Contact WWE with the diameter, construction, and length needed for a quote.

Yes. WWE galvanized aircraft cable is manufactured and mill certified to meet or exceed Federal Specification RR-W-410. A mil-spec version is available on request. Mill certification documents the material for safety-critical rigging.

Minimum breaking strength rises with diameter and construction. For 1/8 inch galvanized cable, minimum breaking strength runs about 1,700 lbs in 7x7, 2,000 lbs in 7x19, and 2,100 lbs in 1x19. Breaking strength is not a working load limit. Apply the design factor for the application, then confirm the safe working load with WWE before rigging.

Yes. WWE supplies nylon-coated and vinyl-coated aircraft cable in 7x7 and 7x19 constructions. Coated cable is available in galvanized and stainless, in clear and standard color options. The coating adds grip, abrasion resistance, and a finished look for railings, zip lines, and architectural work.

WorldWide Enterprises supplies wire rope, aircraft cable, chain, and hardware fittings from a single source. The catalog includes clips, thimbles, sleeves, shackles, turnbuckles, eye bolts, hooks, and blocks. All hardware meets or exceeds Federal Specifications where applicable. Same-day shipping on most orders. Browse the Wire Rope Hardware and Fittings page or call (401) 434-3900.