When we refer to mobile crane ropes we are talking about the crane on the back of a lorry type. They come in a vast array of designs and enable large, heavy loads to be lifted and moved in places where it would be almost impossible thanks to the mobility of the lorry crane.
This type of mobile crane may use one or more wire ropes, typically for load lifting (the main hoist rope) and sometimes for controlling the movement and rotation of the crane arm (boom or luffing rope), selecting the correct rope is essential for safety and longevity.
Lifting Gear Direct offer two different constructions of wire rope for mobile cranes. Firstly we have the 35x7 construction which contains multiple layers or wire strands laid in opposite directions to form an anti-spin or non-rotating rope. The rope has also been compacted to provide a smooth surface and good crush resistance.
The 35x7 mobile crane rope makes an ideal hoist rope and comes in diameters ranging from 10mm up to 48mm. The diameter dictates the minimum breaking strength of the rope calculated in kN (kilo-newtons of force) You can see all the precise data in the specifications above.
Our second offering is the 24x7 which is also a non-rotating rope, however it is not compacted in this instance, however we can supply a compacted 24x7 on request. Typically used for the boom/luffing rope to raise and lower the boom. Available in diameters from 8mm to 19mm.
A mobile crane typically sits at the rear of a large vehicle and uses hoist and boom ropes for its operation. Most cranes of this type have stabilisers which extend to the sides of the vehicle to provide the extra stability needed when lifting and moving heavy loads. Some mobile cranes will lift and lower only and others will be able to rotate, thus offering optimum load placement.
There are numerous mobile crane designs so ensure you choose the right rope for your crane.
Should these two rope constructions not suit your crane then take a look at our other crane ropes as well as the galvanized rope section where you will find many more rope constructions, some with rotation resistant qualities and some with compacted properties, some will have both or neither.
If you need any help with choosing the right rope then please get in touch.
