1. Scope
1.1 This specification covers two sizes of extra-high-strength grade of concentric-lay steel wire strand, composed of seven, zinc-coated steel wires, specifically intended for use as the supporting messenger in Figure 8-type communication and electrical cables.
1.2 The values stated in inch-pound units are to be regarded as the standard.
2. Referenced Documents (purchase separately) 
The documents listed below are referenced within the subject standard but are not provided as part of the standard.
ASTM Standards
A90/A90M Test Method for Weight [Mass] of Coating on Iron and Steel Articles with Zinc or Zinc-Alloy Coatings
A902 Terminology Relating to Metallic Coated Steel Products
B6 Specification for Zinc
Keywords
Figure 8 cable support strand; messenger strand; steel wire strand; steel wire-zinc coated; Figure 8-type communication/electrical cables; Messenger support; Steel wire strand--specifications; Zinc-coated steel wire--specifications;
ICS Code
DOI: 10.1520/A0640-97R02
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