Stainless Steel Inner Wire Cores for Mechanical Control Cables
Phidix provides a comprehensive range of inner wire cores designed for precision and durability in mechanical control cable systems. From light-duty actuation to industrial-grade applications, we offer strand configurations to meet various motion control demands.
Our cores are available in 1x7, 1x19, 7x7, and 7x19 stainless steel constructions—with customization services to match the mechanical, spatial, and environmental needs of your system.
Available Strand Constructions
Construction |
Type |
Features & Application Focus |
1x7 |
Semi-rigid |
High tensile strength, suitable for long straight routing |
1x19 |
Low-friction |
Smooth surface, ideal for push-pull actuation in compact space |
7x7 |
Flexible |
Good balance between strength and flexibility, general purpose |
7x19 |
High-flex |
Maximum flexibility, recommended for tight bends & curved runs |
Solid Wire |
Rigid core |
Excellent push performance, used in short-travel applications |
Choosing the Right Core Structure
Different applications demand different inner core behaviors:
• Need flexibility for tight routing paths? Choose 7x19.
• Seeking low-friction movement for precision actuation? Use 1x19.
• Replacing rigid control levers with a cable? Consider solid wire.
Check our selection guide for an in-depth breakdown.
Industry Applications
Phidix wire cores serve various industries:
• Transportation: Motorcycle, ATV, marine throttle/brake controls
• Agricultural Equipment: Choke, clutch, and valve actuation
• Industrial Machinery: Panel lever cables, damper/flap actuators
• Aerospace & Defense: Remote latch or release cable systems
• Commercial Seating: Recliner actuation and position locking cables
Material & Technical Standards
• Stainless Steel: SUS 304 / 316L options
• Surface Treatment: Polished, coated, or PTFE finished
• Sizes: Custom diameters from 0.8 mm to 3.0 mm
• Compliance: IATF 16949 certified, ROHS-compliant
• Manufacturing: Strand preforming, tension-controlled drawing, inline testing
Phidix Quality You Can Trust
We don’t just supply wire cores — we support OEM collaboration, prototyping, and small-batch customization.
All cores are tested for:
• Dimensional consistency
• Surface finish integrity
• Tensile and elongation properties
Our in-house engineering team can help optimize strand structure, length, and terminal preparation based on your application.