Spectra Prosthetic Cable

Spectra® cable is a high performance, synthetic, braided cable material with a very low coefficient of friction. Composed of ultra high molecular weight polyethylene fibers, Spectra® is quiet and strong. 400 ULTRA Spectra® is coated, increasing its abrasion resistance by 30%. It is an excellent alternative to other “fiber” cables such as dacron and stainless steel cable in situations where stainless has not performed well. Spectra® must be installed with a teflon or co-polymer plastic cable housing liner. Spectra® cable requires custom tie-on fittings and cannot be swaged.