Application

Recommended

wire rope

Comments

Anchor line

6 x 19 class RRL bright

or galvanized IWRC

6 x 36 class RRL bright

or galvanized IWRC

Choice depends upon rope size required, drum geometry and other operating characteristics.

The 6 x 19 ropes have larger outside wires for more abrasion resistance.

The 6 x 36 ropes have a greater number of outside wires for extra bendability and fatigue resistance.

Buoy pendant

6 x 36 class RRL bright

or galvanized IWRC

Offers good fatigue resistance.

Riser tensioner

line

6 x 36 class RLL IWRC

8 x 36 class RLL IWRC

A lang lay construction is recommended because both ends of the rope are fixed and it is more resistant to fatigue than regular lay.

Guide line

tensioner line

6 x 26WS RRL IWRC

The 6 x 26 ropes provide a good balance between abrasion resistance and fatigue resistance.