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D/d ratio - drum/rope

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D/d ratio - drum/rope

The D (drum diameter) / d (rope diameter) ratio is a key factor in ensuring cable longevity. It depends on the mechanism classification (FEM/ISO) of the device:

FEM/ISO

D/d ratio

M1 - 1Dm

11,2

M2 - 1Cm

12,5

M3 - 1Bm

14

M4 - 1Am

16

M5 - 2m

18

M6 - 3m

20

M7 - 4m

22,4

M8 - 5m

25

The drums of HUCHEZ winches engineered in compliance with this rule.