How strong of a winch cable do I need?
Diameter / Strength: This means the winch line should have a breaking strength of 1.5 to 2 times the pulling power of the winch. For example, if you have a winch with a 9,000 lb pulling capacity, the line should have a breaking strength in the range of 13,500 to 18,000 lbs or higher.
What is strongest winch cable?
Because of its strength and durability, Dyneema is the premier synthetic fiber for winching applications. There are multiple different types of Dyneema fiber, with the two most popular being Sk75 and Sk60, Sk75 being the stronger of the two.
What size cable is on a 2500 lb winch?
For Standard 2500-3500 lb. Winches with a 3.00 x 4.875″ bolt pattern. 3/16″ (D) x 45.9′ (L)
How Strong Is quarter inch winch cable?
1/4″ Winch Rope: Breaking Strength: 9,000 lbs.
Can I replace my winch cable with rope?
Yes, you can put synthetic rope on a winch designed for steel cable. However, the brake drum in the winch might not be able to cool as well because steel cable acts like a heat sink, while synthetic rope may act more like an insulator trapping heat.
Should you lubricate a winch cable?
While the cable may look healthy on the outside, the inner core may be significantly weakened due to rust and corrosion. This is why it’s important to use a dedicated oil that deeply protects the cable from the inside out.
Is steel cable stronger than synthetic rope?
While synthetic rope has a higher breaking strength than a comparable steel cable, that doesn’t mean it is unbreakable. However, unlike steel cable, if a synthetic line does break, it can be repaired in the field with proper braiding techniques.
What size cable is on a 3500 lb winch?
Sizing a Winch Line to an existing Winch chart
| Factory Cable Size | Synthetic Option 1 | |
|---|---|---|
| 4000 lb | 7/32″ x 55′ | 1/4″ x 50′ |
| 3500 lb | 7/32″ x 50′ | 1/4″ x 50′ |
| 3000 lb | 3/16″ x 40′ | 3/16″ x 50′ |
| 2000 lb, 2500 lb | 5/32″ x 50′ | 3/16″ x 50′ |
How much rope can I put on my winch?
What about the correct size winch rope length? The “Rule of Thumb” we go by is for every size up in diameter over the original size winch cable or rope, you reduce the length by 15 feet. This allows you to run the larger, stronger size diameter rope while still maintaining the pulling power of the winch.
Can you replace winch cable with synthetic?
Is synthetic rope as strong as cable?
How do I keep my winch cable from rusting?
Spray lube with teflon such as one made for motorcycle chains. Just spray it on the cable while its on the roller. This is what i have done to keep mine from rusting/corroding.