Ever had a nut back itself off at the worst moment? I've been there—mid-flight checks or tearing down an old engine, only to find a loose bolt rattling around. That's where this .032-inch stainless steel lock wire steps in, the go-to for pros who can't afford slip-ups.
Safety wire, or lock wire as we call it in the hangar, isn't just string—it's your insurance against mechanical failure. Made from T302/304 stainless steel conforming to AMS5697 and ASTM A580 Condition A, this stuff laughs off corrosion, even in salty coastal air or harsh shop solvents. At 0.81 mm diameter, it's nimble enough to twist through tight spots but stout enough to hold fast under torque and vibes.
Forget spools that tangle into a bird's nest halfway through a job. This 1 lb (0.45 kg) can dispenses smoothly, giving you roughly 362 feet (110 m) of wire right when you need it. No more scissors hunting or frayed ends—pull, cut, twist, done. It's certified to NASM20995 and MS20995C, so it passes muster for FAA logs or race tech inspections without question.
Picture this: You're restoring a vintage motorcycle, wiring the exhaust flanges so they don't grenade on your first canyon carve. Or prepping a homebuilt aircraft for its annual—every castle nut double-twisted, gleaming silver against the firewall. That's the peace of mind this wire delivers. It flexes without kinking, resists fatigue over thousands of cycles, and stays put when everything else wants to walk.
In my garage, it's handled everything from dirt bike skid plates to boat motor mounts. The stainless finish doesn't tarnish, and the consistent gauge means uniform twists every time. Mechanics love it for its economy too—362 feet per pound stretches far on big projects. Pair it with your favorite pliers, and you're set for jobs that demand precision.
Grab this dispenser can if you're serious about aviation safety wire, automotive lock wire, or any high-stakes fastening. It's not fancy, but it works like a champ, job after job.
