Cable diameter and strand construction
A thicker, multi-strand braided wire rope cable seals offers greater cutting resistance than a thinner or single-strand alternative. Confirm the exact diameter and strand count against your application’s risk profile rather than accepting a general “heavy duty” description. JHAS Industries
Cable length requirements
Measure the actual opening or closure point you need to secure, container doors, tanker manholes, and jumbo bag necks, and specify a cable length with adequate margin, since an overly short cable limits application flexibility.
Locking body material
Metal locking bodies generally offer greater resistance to forced removal than reinforced plastic alternatives, though at a higher cost, a trade-off worth discussing based on your specific security requirement. Follow us JHAS Industries
Corrosion resistance for outdoor or marine use
For applications exposed to weather or marine conditions, confirm the cable and locking body use corrosion-resistant materials or coatings, since rust can weaken a cable’s tensile strength over time. JHAS Industries
Serialization and traceability
For regulated or audit-sensitive applications, confirm the manufacturer can provide sequential serial numbering linked to batch production records.
Requesting destructive testing samples
Ask for sample units specifically to test cutting and tensile resistance yourself, or request the manufacturer’s own testing data, rather than relying purely on a marketing description of “tamper-proof” strength.
