Description
The Cablecraft Push-Pull 4B Control Cable Assembly provides an economical solution for transferring linear motion from one location to another in both tension and compression.
The innermember uses multi-strand, high-tensile steel cable with an armored overwrap. This armored construction helps prevent the strands from spreading under compression while creating a smoother surface for low-friction sliding movement.
The conduit incorporates a low-friction hard-plastic liner reinforced by high-tensile steel wires. The reinforcement is arranged longitudinally with a gradual spiral around the liner. A black, UV-stabilized polypropylene jacket provides a tough, abrasion-resistant exterior for demanding industrial environments.
The legacy literature identifies a working temperature range of -40°C to 100°C and notes resistance to abrasion and many organic and inorganic substances.
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Key Features and Benefits
- Transmits motion in both push and pull directions
- Economical mechanical control solution
- Four legacy size and duty mounts
- Grooved clamp mounts
- Dashboard mounts
- Adjustable blocks
- Adjustable flanges
- Swivel flanges
- Swivel blocks
- Rod combinations
- Armored high-tensile steel innermember
- Smooth, low-friction sliding action
- Reinforced hard-plastic conduit liner
- Black UV-stabilized polypropylene jacket
- Resistant to abrasion
- Designed for industrial operating environments
- Operating range from -40°C to 100°C
- UNF and metric thread options
- Swivel-flange options
- Stainless steel end rod options
- Multiple mounting arrangements
- Custom cable length and travel
- Custom-configured end fittings
- Suitable for OEM and replacement applications
Common Applications
- Clutch control cables
- Throttle control cables
- Hand brake cables
- Parking brake controls
- Engine stop cables
- Choke controls
- Mechanical release systems
- Industrial equipment controls
- Agricultural equipment
- Construction equipment
- Lawn and garden equipment
- Commercial vehicles
- Specialty vehicles
- Custom OEM mechanical actuation
The legacy product sheet specifically lists clutch cables, throttle cables, hand brake cables, and engine stop cables as common applications.
Materials and Construction
| Component | Product Details |
|---|---|
| Innermember | Multi-strand, high-tensile steel |
| Innermember Construction | Armored push-pull steel |
| Conduit Liner | Low-friction hard plastic |
| Conduit Reinforcement | High-tensile steel wires |
| Outer Jacket | Black UV-stabilized polypropylene |
| Standard Hardware Material | Plated steel |
| Optional Hardware Material | Stainless steel |
| End Rods | Stainless steel option available |
| Suggested End Fittings | Rod ends |
| Thread Options | UNF and metric |
| Temperature Range | -40°C to 100°C |
| Cable Length | Custom |
| Travel | Configuration-dependent |
| Purchase Method | Request a quote |
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Push-Pull 4B Details |
|---|---|
| Control Type | Industrial push-pull control cable |
| Motion Direction | Push and pull |
| Product Sizes | 4B30, 4B45, and 4B60 legacy families |
| Legacy Size References | M5, M6, M8, M10 |
| Travel Range | 1 to 5 inches, depending on size and mounting |
| Metric Travel Range | 25 to 125 mm, depending on configuration |
| Operating Temperature | -40°C to 100°C |
| Innermember | Armored high-tensile steel cable |
| Conduit | Steel-reinforced, low-friction plastic liner |
| Jacket | UV-stabilized polypropylene |
| Mounting Options | Bulkhead, clamp, dashboard, flange, swivel |
| Thread Standards | UNF and metric |
| End Fittings | Rod ends and custom options |
| Length | Custom configured |
| Engineering Support | Available |
FAQ’s
What is a Push-Pull 4B control cable?
A Push-Pull 4B cable is a flexible mechanical control that transfers linear motion in both tension and compression. It can remotely operate clutches, valves, PTO systems, gear selectors, accelerators, and other mechanical devices.
What sizes are available?
The legacy product family includes 4B30, 4B45, and 4B60 constructions, with M5, M6, M8, and M10 size references. Current availability should be confirmed during quoting.
What travel is available?
Legacy configurations show travel from 1 to 5 inches, or 25 to 125 mm, depending on the selected cable size and mounting arrangement.
Can Cablecraft build a custom cable length?
Yes. Cable length is specified as part of the finished assembly and can be configured to fit the application.
Are metric threads available?
Yes. The product family includes both metric and UNF thread options.
What mounting configurations are available?
Legacy configurations include threaded bulkhead, grooved clamp, dashboard, adjustable block, adjustable flange, swivel flange, and swivel-block mounts.
Are stainless steel components available?
The legacy sheet lists optional stainless steel hardware and stainless steel end rods.
What temperature range can the cable handle?
The published operating temperature range is -40°C to 100°C.
Is the cable resistant to abrasion?
The black UV-stabilized polypropylene jacket is described as tough, hard-wearing, and resistant to abrasion.
What applications use the Push-Pull 4B cable?
Common applications include clutch controls, PTO systems, gear selection, hydraulic valves, accelerator controls, truck crane systems, and industrial control levers.
Can the Push-Pull 4B replace an existing cable?
It may be configured as a replacement candidate when the cable length, travel, load, thread sizes, mounting style, routing, and end fittings are confirmed.
What information is needed for a quote?
Provide the application, push and pull loads, travel, cable length, mounting configurations, threads, end fittings, routing, environment, quantity, and any available drawings or photos.
