What kind of cable do you use for a zipline?
What kind of cable do you use for a zipline?
We recommend using 7×19 wire rope for zip lines as it’s very flexible and has a high breaking load.
How thick should a zipline be?
CABLE SIZE CHART
| Gauge | Breaking Strength | Zip Line Size |
|---|---|---|
| 3/16″ Cable | 3,700 lb Min Breaking Strength | Zip Lines Up To 200 FT |
| 1/4″ Cable | 7,000 lb Min Breaking Strength | Zip Lines Up To 200 FT |
| 5/16″ Cable | 9,800 lb Min Breaking Strength | Zip Lines Up To 500 FT |
| 3/8″ Cable | 14,400 lb Min Breaking Strength | Zip Lines Up To 1,000 FT |
How steep should a zip line be?
We recommend a 3 percent slope for mild speed, and a 6 percent slope as a maximum recommendation. In translation, for every 100 feet of zip line cable, we recommend a maximum 6 feet of drop.
Can you use rope for a zipline?
Avoid cheap hardware store rope: due to the strong tension already on the rope plus the weight of the rider, zip line ropes must hold many times the rider’s weight. Purchase a high-speed pulley made for rope. Friction from the ride can quickly overheat pulleys not intended for zip lines.
What can you do to make your zip line faster?
A zip line with lower cable tension will start faster, but can easily run out of speed towards the end. Think of a marble dropped into a large bowl; starting out quickly as it drops into the low point, but slowing down as it has to travel uphill over the second half.
How long should a backyard zipline be?
Short, ready-to-install zip lines are perfect for the backyard or a nearby field, even a playground. They range from about 35 feet in length to 90 feet, and can be installed from tree to tree without the need for a lot of drop in elevation.
How tight should my zipline be?
A good rule of thumb is to make sure your cable (while being ridden), hangs below the ending anchor by about 2% of the zip line’s length. So the trolley on a 100′ zip line should be, at its lowest point, about 2′ lower than where the cable is anchored on the lower end.
What is the best angle for a zip line?
What type of cable is used for zip lines?
For example, our Alien Flier zip line kits use 3/16″ or 1/4″ diameter galvanized steel cable which can withstand weights of up to 250 lbs. Our ZLP specialty kits all use 5/16″ which can withstand weight of over 350 lbs!
Can I install zip line wire in my backyard?
If you are looking to install zip line wire in your backyard, you need to have cable that will be durable, safe and resistant to the weather. We carry heavy duty zip line cable specifically meant for zip lining. For backyard zip lining, a variety of sizes will work.
How many wire rope clips do I need to zip line?
All you need is 6 wire rope clips, and a zip line turnbuckle that is the same size as your cable and maybe some tree protector blocks. It is that simple!
What is the difference between 3/16 and 3/8 zip line cable sizes?
We specifically carry four sizes: 3/16″, 1/4″, 5/16″, 3/8″. What is the difference between all of these? Essentially it’s the cable thickness and cable diameter. 3/8″ cable can hold the most weight, but it really isn’t that necessary as it’s primarily for zip lines over 1000 feet!
