Lad-Saf DBI-SALA 3M 7 x 19 stainless steel swaged cable for vertical lifeline, 9.5 mm, 20 ft, 6107020

Lad-Saf DBI-SALA 3M 7 x 19 stainless steel swaged cable for vertical lifeline

The Lad-Saf DBI-SALA 3M swaged cable is the heart of the Lad-Saf vertical safety system: it is the fixed lifeline the climber's detachable sleeve rides on. This 9.5 mm (3/8 in) cable has a 7 x 19 construction, seven strands of nineteen wires in stainless steel, preformed regular lay. The 7 x 19 lay multiplies the fine wires for a flexible, easy-to-handle cable, while stainless steel gives excellent corrosion resistance. It offers a 12,000 lb minimum breaking strength and suits corrosive environments that need a flexible cable: exposed outdoors, seaside, chemical settings, telecom towers. Factory swaged and ready to install.

Advantages of the 7 x 19 stainless cable

• 7 x 19 construction: many fine wires, flexible and easy-to-handle cable, easy to install.
• Stainless steel: excellent corrosion resistance in harsh environments.
• 12,000 lb minimum breaking strength.
• Factory-swaged cable, ready to mount on the system head.
• 9.5 mm (3/8 in) diameter compliant with federal standard RR-W-410.
• Combines the flexibility of 7 x 19 with the corrosion resistance of stainless steel.

Cable specifications

• Diameter: 9.5 mm (3/8 in).
• Construction: 7 x 19 (seven strands of nineteen wires), preformed regular lay.
• Metal: stainless steel.
• Minimum breaking strength: 12,000 lb.
• Compliant with RR-W-410 and with ANSI Z359.16 when used with a detachable sleeve.

Role of the cable in the 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 the event of a fall. The cable attaches to the system head at the top of the ladder and tensions at the bottom, while cable guides hold it along the run, about one guide every 30 ft.

Consistent metal across the whole system

A Lad-Saf system is assembled with one and the same metal from top to bottom. Never pair a head of one metal with a cable of another, or a cable with guides of another metal, to avoid galvanic corrosion and ensure longevity. For a consistent stainless assembly, pair this 7 x 19 stainless cable with a stainless system head and stainless cable guides.

Choosing between 1 x 7 and 7 x 19

The 1 x 7 construction has fewer, larger wires: the cable is stiffer, highly resistant to abrasion and breakage, a bit harder to handle. The 7 x 19 construction multiplies fine wires for a more flexible, manageable cable with a slightly lower breaking strength. Choose this 7 x 19 stainless when you want both cable flexibility and corrosion resistance in a harsh environment.

Job sites and sectors

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

Cable inspection

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 required frequency.

Fall-arrest cable maintenance

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

FAQ about the Lad-Saf 7 x 19 stainless swaged cable

Which sleeve should I use with this cable?

A Lad-Saf X2 or X3 detachable sleeve: it is mandatory for ANSI Z359.16 compliance.

How many cable guides should I plan?

One guide every 20 to 40 ft, with a recommendation of one guide per 30 ft.

Why choose 7 x 19 stainless over galvanized?

For corrosion resistance in harsh environments while keeping the flexibility of the cable.

What is the length of this cable ?

This reference is a 20 ft (6.1 m) swaged cable. The Lad-Saf cable is also available in other lengths and in a galvanized version; contact us for another configuration.

Is this cable corrosion resistant ?

Yes. It is stainless steel, which makes it especially suited to corrosive environments, seaside and chemical settings, while keeping the flexibility of the 7 x 19.

Complementary fall protection equipment suggestions

The structure inspector climbs fixed ladders on water towers and towers. On this kind of job site, he wears his full personal equipment: a class L sternal-D harness (FPH140200XCAL) that keeps him facing the ladder, cut-resistant gloves (G120), safety glasses (YA3298), a protective helmet (TA80) held by its chinstrap (TA14CS), a high-visibility garment (VP5629N) and hearing protection, earmuffs.

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).

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