Hot-Dip Galvanized Steel Wire Strand (GSWS) BS 183 ASTM A475 Overhead Messenger Stay Wire Supplier
Product Description
Our galvanized steel wire strand is manufactured via the hot-dip galvanizing process, providing maximum corrosion resistance for outdoor and underground applications. Available in 1+6 (7-wire) and 1+6+12 (19-wire) configurations, conforming to BS 183, ASTM A475, IEC 60888 standards. Extensively used as messenger wire for aerial bundled cables (ABC), stay/guy wire for utility poles, ACSR steel core, and structural strand for bridge and tower applications.
Applications & Use Cases
· Overhead power line messenger wire (ABC / LV / MV aerial bundled cables)
· Stay wire / guy wire for power poles and telecom towers
· ACSR (Aluminum Conductor Steel Reinforced) steel reinforcing core
· Suspension bridge structural cables and guardrail strand
· Underground cable steel wire armouring (SWA)
.Advantages:
· Heavy-duty hot-dip zinc coating – Class A / B per ASTM A475 for long service life
· Consistent strand lay pitch – ensures stable mechanical performance and easy handling
· Multiple strength grades – Standard, High Strength (HS), and Extra High Strength (EHS)
· Full test traceability – every coil/drum will be tested before dispatch
· Regular export to Europe, Middle East, Southeast Asia, and African markets
Technical Standards & Specifications
Applicable Standard(s): BS 183 / ASTM A475 / IEC 60888 / GB/T 3428
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Parameter |
Specification |
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Construction |
7-wire (1+6) / 19-wire (1+6+12) |
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Wire Diameter Range |
1.6 mm – 5.0 mm (individual wire) |
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Strand Diameter Range |
4.0 mm – 22.0 mm (overall) |
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Tensile Strength Grade |
Normal (1030 MPa) / HS (1270 MPa) / EHS (1470 MPa) |
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Steel Wire Density |
7.85 g/cm³ |
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Zinc Coating Weight |
Class A: ≥ 100 g/m² / Class B: ≥ 150 g/m² |
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Torsion Test |
No fracture or delamination after 8 twists (ASTM A475) |
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Wrap Test |
No cracking after wrapping around own diameter |
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Breaking Load |
Per BS 183 / ASTM A475 |
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Why you choose us?
- OEM/ODM services provided;
- Products comply with GB, IEC, BS, ASTM, DIN, VDE and JIS standards; Customer standard requirments Accepted;
- Certified to ISO 9001:2015, ISO 14001:2015 and OHSAS 18001:2007;
- Registered capital of $30 million and factory covers an area of 60,000㎡;
- Advanced test equipment and procedures, 100% inspection before factory;
- Enough stocks and the higest efficient shipping time guarranteed;
- Professional pre-sales and after-sales services provided.
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