Python Wire Rope - Wesco Industries Ltd.
Python Wire Rope - Wesco Industries Ltd.
Python Wire Rope - Wesco Industries Ltd.
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<strong>Wire</strong> rope is a very complex machinery element which primary function is the<br />
transmission of tensile forces. Its basic constructional design allows repeated<br />
changes in the direction of pull through reeving systems incorporating drums<br />
and sheaves.<br />
General purpose rope constructions are standardized in national (ASTM,<br />
CSA) and international standards (ISO).<br />
However, the increasing demand for higher breaking strength, greater<br />
flexibility, better rotation resistance, and extended rope life cannot be met by<br />
such general purpose rope constructions.<br />
The discrepancy between expectation and operating ‘reality’ has led to the<br />
development of PYTHON® High Performance rope constructions which,<br />
amongst other features, offer significantly improved operating life. This has<br />
been achieved through adaptation of engineered rope geometry and purpose<br />
designed manufacturing processes.<br />
WDI, located in Germany, has taken a leading role in the development of High<br />
Performance PYTHON® <strong>Wire</strong> <strong>Rope</strong> as further described in this catalogue.<br />
INDEX<br />
Application Guideline ........................................................2<br />
Quick Reference Guide ....................................................3<br />
Basic Information on <strong>Wire</strong> <strong>Rope</strong>........................................4<br />
<strong>Wire</strong> <strong>Rope</strong> is a Machine ....................................................5<br />
<strong>Wire</strong> <strong>Rope</strong> WILL FAIL if worn-out,<br />
overloaded, misused, damaged, improperly<br />
maintained or abused. <strong>Wire</strong> rope failure<br />
may cause serious injury or death!<br />
Protect yourself and others:<br />
■ ALWAYS INSPECT wire rope for WEAR,<br />
DAMAGE or ABUSE BEFORE USE.<br />
■ NEVER USE wire rope that is WORN-<br />
OUT, DAMAGED or ABUSED.<br />
■ NEVER OVERLOAD a wire rope<br />
■ INFORM YOURSELF: Read and<br />
understand our literature<br />
■ REFER TO APPLICABLE CODES,<br />
STANDARDS, and REGULATIONS for<br />
INSPECTION REQUIREMENTS and<br />
REMOVAL CRITERIA.<br />
■ For additional information, ask your<br />
employer or your <strong>Python</strong>® Distributor<br />
<strong>Wire</strong> <strong>Rope</strong> Removal Criteria ..............................................6<br />
Fundamentals of Inspection and Handling ....................7-8<br />
<strong>Wire</strong> <strong>Rope</strong> Strength ..........................................................9<br />
Compaction and Die-Drawing..........................................10<br />
Bending Fatigue Resistance ............................................11<br />
Rotation Resistant and Non-Rotating <strong>Wire</strong> <strong>Rope</strong> ............12<br />
Sheaves and Drums ........................................................13<br />
<strong>Python</strong> ® Super 8..........................................................14-15<br />
<strong>Python</strong> ® Multi ..............................................................16-17<br />
<strong>Python</strong> ® HS 9 ..............................................................18-19<br />
<strong>Python</strong> ® Ultra ..............................................................20-21<br />
<strong>Python</strong> ® Construct 6 ..................................................22-23<br />
<strong>Python</strong> ® UNI-4 ............................................................24-25<br />
<strong>Python</strong> ® Compac 18 ..................................................26-27<br />
<strong>Python</strong> ® Compac 35 ....................................................28-29<br />
<strong>Python</strong> ® Lift ................................................. ..............30-31<br />
<strong>Python</strong> ® Hoist.................................................... ..........32-33<br />
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