Hi Robert
I don't know about galvanized rope but according to Morgan (Mining
History 13.2, 1996) wire rope was first used in a Cornish Mine in 1857
at South Wheal Frances.
Phil
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Robert Waterhouse
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Subject: Galvanised wire rope
Dear List,
Can anyone tell me when galvanising was introduced for wire ropes used
in mine/canal/railway haulage? The date I've got is mid-late 1850s,
which seems a tad early. A 4 mile long rope of 2in diameter was made
for hauling barges in the Tavistock Canal Tunnel, but was a failure,
probably due to the weight!!! A separate cable about 1 1/2 miles long
and 3/4in diameter was used for signalling, and was also galvanised.
Robert Waterhouse
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