Lad-Saf DBI-SALA 3M 1 x 7 galvanized steel swaged cable for vertical lifeline, 9.5 mm

Lad-Saf DBI-SALA 3M 1 x 7 galvanized steel swaged cable for vertical lifeline, 9.5 mm

The Lad-Saf DBI-SALA 3M swaged cable is the heart of the Lad-Saf vertical safety system: it is the fixed lifeline the detachable sleeve rides on. This 9.5 mm (3/8 in) cable has a 1 x 7 construction, a single strand of seven galvanized steel wires, left regular lay. Rugged, economical and highly abrasion resistant, it offers a minimum breaking strength of 15,400 lb (68.5 kN) and suits standard environments. Available from 10 to 300 ft, it is factory swaged and ready to install.

Benefits of the Lad-Saf 1 x 7 galvanized cable

• 1 x 7 construction: fewer, larger wires for a stiff cable highly resistant to abrasion and breakage
• Minimum breaking strength of 15,400 lb (68.5 kN)
• Zinc-coated galvanized steel: moderate cost, ideal for general use
• Factory-swaged cable, ready to mount on the system head
• 9.5 mm (3/8 in) diameter compliant with federal standard RR-W-410
• Wide range of lengths, 10 to 300 ft, to match the ladder height

Specifications of the 1 x 7 galvanized swaged cable

• Diameter: 9.5 mm (3/8 in)
• Construction: 1 x 7 (one seven-wire strand), left regular lay
• Metal: galvanized steel
• Minimum breaking strength: 15,400 lb (68.5 kN)
• Swaging: pre-cut and factory-swaged cable
• Installation type: permanent
• Compliant with federal standard RR-W-410; part of a system compliant with ANSI Z359.16 when used with a detachable Lad-Saf X2 or X3 sleeve

Role of the cable in the Lad-Saf vertical system

The cable is the fixed lifeline of the Lad-Saf system: the user's detachable sleeve rides on it and locks instantly in a fall. The cable attaches to the system head at the top of the ladder and tensions at the bottom, while cable guides keep it aligned along the run, roughly one guide every 30 ft.

Same metal throughout the Lad-Saf system

A Lad-Saf system is assembled with one and the same metal top to bottom. Never pair a galvanized head with a stainless cable, or a cable with guides of another metal, to avoid galvanic corrosion and ensure longevity. For a coherent galvanized assembly, pair this 1 x 7 galvanized cable with a galvanized system head and galvanized cable guides.

Choosing between the 1 x 7 and the 7 x 19 cable

The 1 x 7 construction has fewer, larger wires: the cable is stiffer, highly resistant to abrasion and breakage, a bit stiffer to handle. The 7 x 19 construction multiplies fine wires for a more flexible cable with slightly lower breaking strength. Choose 1 x 7 galvanized for ruggedness and value in standard environments.

Worksites and sectors for the galvanized Lad-Saf cable

Vertical access on fixed ladders in utilities, wind energy, oil and gas, power transmission, telecommunications and industrial structure maintenance.

Inspection of the Lad-Saf swaged cable

Inspect the cable before each use: check for broken wires, kinks, corrosion, wear or damage to the end swages. Remove any damaged cable from service and have the system checked by a competent person at the frequency required by the 3M manufacturer instructions and applicable provincial regulations.

Maintenance of the galvanized fall arrest cable

Keep the cable clean and dry, away from harsh chemicals. Store it flat or coiled without kinks. Any repair or component replacement must be done by 3M DBI-SALA or a qualified person.

FAQ about the Lad-Saf 1 x 7 galvanized swaged cable

Which sleeve goes with this cable?

A detachable Lad-Saf X2 or X3 sleeve: it is required for the system's ANSI Z359.16 compliance.

How many cable guides are needed?

One guide every 20 to 40 ft, the recommendation being one guide per 30 ft.

Can I mix galvanized and stainless?

No: the whole system must be the same metal to avoid galvanic corrosion.

What is the cable's breaking strength?

Its minimum breaking strength is 15,400 lb (68.5 kN), for a 1 x 7 galvanized steel construction of 9.5 mm.

Which length should I choose?

The cable is available from 10 to 300 ft; choose the length matching the ladder height and your Lad-Saf system configuration, selecting it from the drop-down menu.

Complementary fall protection equipment suggestions

To build your Lad-Saf vertical safety system around this cable, first plan the components that mount directly onto it: the vertical cable safety system with its top and bottom brackets (FPA6100219); the detachable X3 sleeve that rides on the cable (FPA5000338); and the system instructions and label plate (FPA6100252).

Then complete with the galvanized guides and accessories consistent with the cable: the pole cable guide (FPA6100136); the galvanized pole intermediate guide (FPA6100430); the end-of-line cable guide (FPA61005XX); the flexible lifeline counterweight (FPA5901583). Also plan a RollGliss R550 rescue and descent device (FPLR550) for controlled descent, and mark off the area at the foot of the ladder with a DANGER barricade tape (ECT3RE9).

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