Common Grade Steel Cable for Sale

This common grade galvanized steel cable for sale is a general-purpose strand for non-critical uses on the job. It is a lower-strength grade than extra-high-strength (EHS) cable, so it is important to know where it belongs and where it does not.

Common grade versus EHS

Galvanized steel strand comes in several grades, and the grade sets its breaking strength. Common grade is the lowest-strength general-purpose grade. Extra-high-strength (EHS) strand of the same diameter is much stronger. That difference matters when someone's house or car is under the limb you are supporting.

Steel cable specifications for tree support systems usually call for EHS strand. If you are installing a tree cabling system, compare this listing with our EHS cable and follow the system design.

Many people looking for cable for sale do not realize there are several grades of galvanized strand. Always check the grade before you buy, and match it to the job.

Where common grade fits

Common grade cable is useful for non-critical tasks where high strength is not required. Before using any steel cable, check the manufacturer's rated strength for the specific product and diameter, and never use it for lifting, rigging or life support. Tree support systems should be designed and installed by a qualified arborist following ANSI A300 (Part 3) and ANSI Z133, and inspected regularly once installed.

Wear gloves when handling steel strand. Cut ends are sharp, and cable under tension can whip when released.

Store coils dry and off the ground, and keep grades clearly labeled so common grade strand never ends up in a tree support system by mistake.