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Galfan Coated Steel Strand 1x7  1x19 Zinc-Aluminum Alloy Guy Wire for Telecom Towers

Galfan Coated Steel Strand 1x7 1x19 Zinc-Aluminum Alloy Guy Wire for Telecom Towers

​Advanced Anti-Corrosion Structural Rigging Grade. Engineered specifically for telecommunication towers, microwave masts, and broadcast antennas, our 1x7 and 1x19 zinc-aluminum alloy (Galfan) coated steel guy wire combines ultimate tensile integrity with a superior eutectoid alloy barrier, delivering unmatched structural stability and extended operational lifecycles in aggressive coastal or industrial environments.

Galfan Coated Steel Strand 1x7 & 1x19 | High-Durability Zinc-Aluminum Alloy Guy Wire for Telecom Towers

1. Technical Specifications & Metallurgical Data

​Designed for critical structural anchoring and high-load communication tower rigging under international standards. Every coil adheres to rigorous mechanical and alloy-coating benchmarks.

Technical Parameter

Specification Value

Governing Standard

Alloy Coating Composition

95% Zinc - 5% Aluminum - Mischmetal (Galfan)

ASTM A855 / EN 10244-2

Strand Construction

1x7 (7-Wire) & 1x19 (19-Wire Concentric Lay)

ASTM A475 / ISO 2408

Available Diameters

6.0 mm to 32.0 mm (1/4 inch to 1-1/4 inch)

ASTM A855 / BS EN 10257

Specified Tensile Strength

High Tensile / Extra High Strength (EHS Grades)

ASTM A475 / ISO 6892

Coating Mass & Adhesion

Heavy-Duty Galfan Alloy Layer (Superior Adhesion)

ASTM A855 / ISO 7989

Surface Condition

Uniformly Alloy-Coated, Smooth, Stress-Relieved

Corrosion-Inhibited Free

2. Core Engineering Advantages

· â€‹Superior Galfan (95/5 Zn-Al) Defense: The eutectic 95% zinc and 5% aluminum-mischmetal alloy coating provides up to 3 times the corrosion protection of standard hot-dip galvanizing, actively preventing white rust and red rust in aggressive atmospheres.

· â€‹Flexible Structural Options (1x7 & 1x19): Available in 1x7 configurations for standard utility guy lines and 1x19 constructions for high-modulus architectural or heavy tower rigging requiring minimal stretch and high stiffness.

· â€‹High Ultimate Breaking Load: Built from high-carbon steel wire rods, delivering exceptional mechanical safety factors to safely anchor tall telecom structures against extreme cyclic wind loads and seismic forces.

· â€‹Full Metallurgical Traceability: Manufactured under strict ISO 9001 protocols. Each commercial shipment includes a comprehensive Mill Test Certificate (MTC) verifying tensile strength, breaking load, and alloy coating mass.

​3. Industrial & Tower Applications

​Engineered for heavy-duty structural anchoring across telecommunication and broadcast networks:

· â€‹Telecommunication & Cellular Towers: Self-supporting and guyed communication masts, cellular base station towers, and repeater stations.

· â€‹Broadcast & Radar Infrastructure: TV and radio transmission towers, radar station rigging, and weather observation masts.

· â€‹Coastal & Offshore Utility Anchors: Guy lines and structural support tethers deployed in high-salinity marine air or heavy industrial pollution zones.

​4. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

​Q: What is the difference between 1x7 and 1x19 Galfan guy wire structures?

A: 1x7 features 7 thicker wires, offering great flexibility and utility-grade strength for standard guy lines. 1x19 features 19 wires, providing a higher metallic cross-sectional area, greater structural stiffness, lower stretch, and a smoother surface profile for specialized tower rigging.

​Q: Why choose Galfan coating over traditional galvanization for telecom towers?

A: Galfan alloy coating offers significantly extended service life (typically 2 to 3 times longer than standard galvanization), drastically reducing costly maintenance and re-tensioning cycles on remote or tall communication towers.

​Q: What is the standard export packaging and transport safety?

A: Coils or wooden reels are securely wrapped in heavy-duty moisture-proof materials, strapped with high-tensile steel, and palletized to prevent any mechanical damage or surface abrasion during international tran

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