ZIPEAK 5/8" (16mm) Galvanized Steel Zipline Cable (9,000 lbs) – CTSC
ZIPEAK 5/8" (16mm) Galvanized Steel Zipline Cable (9,000 lbs)
"Installed a 400ft span across our canyon property using this 5/8" ZIPEAK cable. Absolutely rock-solid tension with zero excessive sag under full adult weight. Commercial-grade peace of mind." — Verified Property Owner (★★★★★ 5.0/5 from 19 reviews)
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The ultimate commercial-grade wire rope for long-span zip line courses and high-capacity adventure installations. The ZIPEAK 5/8" (16mm) Galvanized Steel Zipline Cable provides massive structural load capacity with an independently verified minimum breaking strength of 9,000 lbs (40 kN). Engineered for massive spans from 200ft to 450ft+, steep-gradient agro-tourism courses, and heavy-duty adult riding, this extra-thick cable virtually eliminates dynamic line sag while providing unmatched resistance to weather, friction, and tension fatigue.
🛡️ Commercial Engineering & Maximum Load Features
- 9,000 lbs (4,082 kg) Minimum Breaking Strength: Engineered for severe dynamic impact loads, commercial tandem riding configurations, and long spans where line tension is highest.
- Extra-Thick 5/8" (16mm) Outer Diameter: Significant steel mass provides exceptional lateral stability, preventing wind-induced oscillation and drastically reducing mid-span cable sag.
- Industrial Hot-Dip Galvanized Protection: Dense, uniform zinc coating penetrates deep between outer wire strands, sealing against rust, acid rain, freeze-thaw cycles, and coastal salt spray.
- High-Fatigue Pre-Stretched Core: Pre-tensioned steel core resists structural creep and permanent elongation, ensuring your line maintains set tension season after season.
- Smooth Commercial Trolley Tracking: Precision-wound outer strands provide a smooth, flat riding surface that maximizes bearing life and reduces wheel friction on heavy-duty commercial trolleys.
- High-Span Range: Continuous precut spools available in 200ft, 250ft, 300ft, 350ft, and 450ft lengths.
📏 Technical Specifications
| Cable Diameter | 5/8 Inch (16.0 mm) Outer Diameter |
| Minimum Breaking Strength (MBS) | 9,000 lbs (4,082 kg / 40.0 kN) Proof-Load Tested |
| Working Load Limit (WLL) | 1,800 lbs (5:1 Safety Factor for Human Rigging) |
| Material | High-Carbon Industrial Aircraft Steel Wire Rope |
| Corrosion Protection | Hot-Dip Galvanized Class A Weatherproof Coating |
| Available Lengths | 200ft, 250ft, 300ft, 350ft, 450ft Continuous Spools |
| Estimated Weight | Approx. 68 lbs (30.8 kg) per 100 Feet |
| Compliance Standards | Meets Federal Spec RR-W-410 & ASTM Standards |
📦 What's Included
- 1 × Continuous Spool of ZIPEAK 5/8" Galvanized Steel Aircraft Zipline Cable (in your selected length)
🤝 CTSC Quality & Guarantees
- 1-Year Manufacturer Warranty on steel tensile integrity and galvanization
- 30-Day Money-Back Guarantee
- Free Express US Freight Shipping on all spool sizes (delivered in 3–5 business days)
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What kind of tree anchors are required for a 5/8" cable course?
A: Because 5/8" cable carries substantially higher line tension over long spans, anchor trees must be mature, healthy hardwoods (such as oak, hickory, or maple) with a minimum trunk diameter of 16 to 18 inches at the attachment height.
Q: What hardware is recommended for rigging 5/8" cable?
A: Use 5/8" drop-forged heavy-duty wire rope clips (minimum 4 to 5 clamps per termination), 5/8" heavy-duty steel thimbles, and a 5/8" or 3/4" commercial jaw-and-jaw turnbuckle.
Q: Can ordinary backyard zipline trolleys run on 5/8" cable?
A: No. Standard residential trolleys are designed for 3/16" to 3/8" cables. Ensure your trolley features deep U-groove sheaves sized for 5/8" (16mm) wire rope, such as CTSC Commercial Stainless Steel Trolleys.
- Supports up to 800lbs
- CE & RoHS Certified
- Designed and tested with your safety in mind.
1、In order to make your order to arrive more quickly and securely, we will deliver the goods within 24 hours after receipt of order payment. Please ensure that your order address is correct.
2、Before delivery, we will inspect and pack the goods to ensure that the goods received by our customers are in good condition. If there are any problems with the goods, please contact us at the first time.
3、We offer free delivery service,express delivery is estimated to be delivered within 3-4 days.The shipping time during Holiday Season (Christmas etc) could be longer than usual time. Please add another 5-10 days as a delay.
Note：if your shipping address is in a remote area, the express delivery service will require additional delivery costs, and we will not pay for this freight. So we will contact you for the first time, and you need to pay the freight, then we will deliver the goods.
We promise to do the right thing. Over the years, every decision and product we make is focused on customers. Our goal is to bring more joy to those who believe in us. We should be responsible for doing the right thing and the right way.
The products we produce bring laughter to our customers, and we are truly proud of them. If our products cause trouble to our customers, we sincerely feel sorry and try our best to make up for our mistakes. Customer satisfaction is our eternal pursuit.
We promise never to exaggerate the quality of our products. We strictly test every product to ensure that it meets the safety standards and passes the quality certification.
We promise if there are any problems with our products, please contact us in the first time, or you can request a return or refund within 30 days of receiving the product, but please contact us before returning，you just pay for the return shipping. No strings attached.
After using our products，if you are satisfied with our products and services, please 5 stars, if you are not satisfied, please contact us at the first time, we will handle it for you and make you satisfied.
1、Please strictly follow the instructions and ensure the installation is solid.
2、Kids under the age of 10 need to use zipline under the guidance of adults or guardians.
3、Strictly follow kids and adults with a weight limit of 250 pounds.
4、Heart disease and hypertension patients, pregnant women, please do not use products, in order to avoid accidents.
5、Installation between two trees or ends is required, and there is a clear runway between the two without shelter, preferably with a slight slope in the middle of the runway.An end-to-end slope of 3-6%.
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