Continental Cable LLC
Electrical wires and optical fibers
Company Overview
Continental Cable, established in 1969, is a prominent manufacturer specializing in custom steel cable, wire rope, cable assemblies, hardware, and fittings. With a history spanning over five decades, the company has evolved through strategic acquisitions, including GBG Industries in 1989, and joined Ben-Mor Cables, Inc. in 2006. Operating from Hinsdale, NH, Continental Cable leverages integrated swaging, stranding, extrusion, and machining capabilities to deliver solutions for diverse industrial and commercial applications.
Products and Services
Continental Cable offers a comprehensive range of products. Their wire rope and cable are available in galvanized and stainless steel (Types 304 and 316), with sizes ranging from miniature (less than 1/32”) to 5/8” diameter. These are manufactured to strict military and federal specifications, including MIL-DTL-83420 and RR-W-410, ensuring high performance, strength, flexibility, and corrosion resistance. Custom cable assemblies are a core offering, tailored to exact application needs, with extensive swaging capabilities for fittings up to 1 1/2” diameter. The company also supplies a wide array of in-stock and custom hardware, such as threaded aircraft fittings, thimbles, eyelets, stops, oval sleeves, and wire rope clips, made from materials like copper, aluminum, and various steels.
A significant aspect of their offering is plastic-coated cable, utilizing materials such as PVC, Nylon (Type 6, Type 11), Polypropylene, Polyethylene, Hytrel, Urethane, and Pebax. These coatings provide corrosion protection, improved handling, noise dampening, and aesthetic options, with diameters ranging from .024” to 5/8”. Quality control in extrusion is maintained through laser monitors. Additionally, Continental Cable provides essential wire rope tools, including cable cutters, hand swagers, and hydraulic swagers, along with associated dies.
Certifications and Industry Focus
Continental Cable maintains stringent quality standards, holding AS9100 and ISO 9001 certifications. They are a Qualified Producer List manufacturer for MIL-DTL-83420, underscoring their commitment to high-compliance sectors. The company serves a broad spectrum of industries, including Aerospace, Automotive, Military, Agriculture, Fire Safety, Exercise/Fitness, Marine, Medical equipment, Telecommunications, and Industrial machinery. Their expertise ensures reliable and durable solutions for critical applications, from aircraft controls and automotive components to fitness equipment and marine rigging.
