Vinyl is one of many cable jacketing materials acting as a protective coating that resists weathering and extends service life. Bare stainless steel or galvanized cable or wire in a range of diameters can be extruded with a vinyl casing formulated to the needs of specific applications.
Sandin Manufacturing is a leading supplier of vinyl-coated cable, with all extrusion performed in-house. With over 60 years of experience, we can help you select the best cable, coating, hardware, and accessories for your application. Learn more about the benefits of choosing vinyl-coated cable, how it’s used, and how Sandin can meet your custom requirements.
Key Benefits of Vinyl-Coated Stainless Steel Cable
Vinyl is an excellent general-purpose material for cable coating thanks to its physical properties, cost-effectiveness, and durability. Some benefits of vinyl jacketing include:
- Corrosion resistance for some acids and alkalis, and durability in marine and salt-water exposure environments
- Weatherproof and UV-resistant for outdoor use, with general temperature tolerance between approximately ‑30°F/‑35°C and 180°F/80°C
- Durability against light abrasion and tension, and available in a variety of hardnesses (i.e., durometers)
- Budget-friendly material that is more cost-effective than nylon
- Suitable for indoor and outdoor use in industrial, construction, marine, and other harsh environments
- Naturally flexible material that is softer and more bendable than nylon
Common Applications
The many benefits of vinyl jacketing make it a good choice for a variety of applications and settings. Some examples are:
- Construction. Vinyl-coated cables withstand exposure to the elements and UV radiation at outdoor job sites.
- Industrial. They are resistant to some acids and alkalis, as well as abrasion and tension for durability in factories, manufacturing shops, and heavy industrial settings.
- Safety. Vinyl-coated stainless steel cables are a secure and durable choice for safety equipment including brake and release cables, bike lock cables, and door restraint cables due to their anti-corrosion and weather-resistant properties.
- Marine. In addition to weather and UV resistance, vinyl resists damage from exposure to salt water and salt spray in marine environments, which protects stainless or galvanized steel cable used on boats, ships, or marine equipment.
Choosing the Right Vinyl Coating for Stainless Steel Cable
At Sandin, we can match coated cable to the unique needs of your application, including cable size and strength, jacketing hardness, and color. We extrude all of our vinyl-coated stainless and galvanized cable in-house, in order to best meet our customers’ requirements. Both 7×7 and 7×19 bare cable in diameters from .014 in. to .625 in. can be extruded.
Vinyl jacketing is available in a range of hardnesses to provide durability with minimal shredding in many applications. We also offer custom color matching for high-visibility, coordinating with site or equipment colors, or general aesthetics.
Vinyl-Coated Cable from Sandin Manufacturing
Vinyl-coated stainless steel cables or galvanized cables are versatile products suitable for many use cases and settings. Partnering with an experienced manufacturer like Sandin means you’ll get excellent quality and customer service at a fair price.
Contact us to learn more about our products and manufacturing process, or to request a quote.