Malin is the leading wire supplier of safety wire, lock wire, tag wire, steel tie wire, and straightened cut-to-length wire. Since 1884, Malin Company has produced high-quality safety wire for use in many applications. From aerospace machinery to hardware wholesale companies, Malin Co. is a number-one source of safety wire products. We pride ourselves on our reputation as a top provider of safety lock wire, wire ties, and aircraft stainless steel lockwire.
Safety wire or lock wire is an effective tool for ensuring the security and tightness of bolts and other fasteners. This positive locking device functions as a safety wiring mechanism to prevent fasteners from loosening or falling out. Safety wire typically threads through the fastener hole, twists to another part or fastener and twists again.
Malin understands the demands of the wire industry. Safety wire, for example, is used to ensure security of fasteners in all types of high-stress applications. This wire needs to withstand challenges such as high temperatures, extreme pressure, and longstanding stress. Inconel wire is another prominent wire type thanks to its high temperature resistance and ability to withstand extremities. For this reason, Malin supplies inconel wire that can take on the toughest environments in industries such as aerospace, oil and gas, and saltwater applications. We can also provide specialized wire like MS20995O32 lock wire, AMS 5687 lockwire, steel tie wire, and more.
Exclusive Safety Wire – Lock Wire Canister
Color coded cans for easy safety lockwire identification. Our exclusive recyclable canister is molded from high-density polyethylene. Malin lock wire canisters also won’t degrade like paper canisters and protect against grease and corrosive materials.
Stainless Steel Aerospace Lockwire / Safety Wire
Standard materials: Stainless steel type 302/304 ASTM A 580, 305 and 316 stainless available upon request for the Aerospace Industry.
(Blue Canister)Order Now
| Part Number | Nominal Diameter |
|---|---|
| NASM / MS20995C15 ASTMA580 | .015 |
| NASM / MS20995C20 ASTMA580 | .020 |
| NASM / MS20995C21 ASTMA580 | .021 |
| NASM / MS20995C25 ASTMA580 | .025 |
| NASM / MS20995C32 ASTMA580 | .032 |
| NASM / MS20995C41 ASTMA580 | .041 |
| NASM / MS20995C47 ASTMA580 | .047 |
| NASM / MS20995C51 ASTMA580 | .051 |
** Other sizes and packaging options available.
Our Safety Wire Lead Times & Order Minimums
As a result of the present business climate, our lead times are determined by material availability, and our current order minimum is $125. Contact our customer service team at 1-800-967-9697 to for lead times on specific safety wire products.
Inconel Aerospace Lockwire / Safety Wire
Inconel lockwire/safety wire for the aerospace industry(Yellow Canister) Order Now
| Part Number | Nominal Diameter |
|---|---|
| NASM / MS20995N20 ASTM B166 | .020 |
| NASM / MS20995N25 ASTM B166 | .025 |
| NASM / MS20995N32 ASTM B166 | .032 |
| NASM / MS20995N40 ASTM B166 | .040 |
| NASM / MS20995N51 ASTM B166 | .051 |
** Other sizes and packaging options available.
Oxidized Inconel Aerospace Lockwire / Safety Wire
Inconel wire oxidized for the aerospace industry (Orange Canister) Order Now
| Part Number | Nominal Diameter |
|---|---|
| NASM / MS9226-01 AMS 5687 | .016 |
| NASM / MS9226-02 AMS 5687 | .020 |
| NASM / MS9226-03 AMS 5687 | .025 |
| NASM / MS9226-04 AMS 5687 | .032 |
| NASM / MS9226-05 AMS 5687 | .040 |
| NASM / MS9226-06 AMS 5687 | .051 |
| NASM / MS9226-07 AMS 5687 | .063 |
| NASM / MS9226-08 AMS 5687 | .091 |
** Other sizes and packaging options available.
Monel Aerospace Lockwire / Safety Wire
Monel safety wire for the aerospace industry (Red Canister) Order Now
| Part Number | Nominal Diameter |
|---|---|
| NASM/MS20995NC20 ASTM B164 | .020 |
| NASM/MS20995NC25 ASTM B164 | .025 |
| NASM/MS20995NC32 ASTM B164 | .032 |
| NASM/MS20995NC40 ASTM B164 | .040 |
| NASM/MS20995NC51 ASTM B164 | .051 |
** Other sizes and packaging options available.
Copper & Brass Breakaway Wire
(Available in 1lb & 5lb Spools)
Breakaway Wire typically sold in 1lb spool. 5lb spools and other packaging options are available. Order Now
| Copper | Nominal Diameter |
|---|---|
| ASTM B3 | .0126 |
| ASTM B3 | .016 |
| ASTM B3 | .0201 |
| ASTM B3 | .022 |
| ASTM B3 | .032 |
** Other sizes and packaging options available.
| Brass | Nominal Diameter |
|---|---|
| ASTM B134 | .010 |
| ASTM B134 | .016 |
| ASTM B134 | .020 |
| ASTM B134 | .032 |
| ASTM B134 | .041 |
** Other sizes and packaging options available.
Save Big on Wholesale Lock Wire and Safety Wire
Call 1-800-967-9697 to learn how you can get more safety wire for lower prices with Malin Co.
Lock Wire from Malin Co.
As a top manufacturer of lock wire, Malin provides many industries with effective safety wiring products. We design our lock wire to keep fasteners as tight and secure as possible. These positive locking devices are important for maintaining safety standards, especially in aerospace applications.
Malin color codes each of our lockwire types with recyclable, polyethylene containers:
- Blue canisters contain Malin’s famous Stainless steel lock wire.
- Yellow canisters contain Inconel lock wire.
- Organ canisters contain oxidized Inconel safety wire.
- Red canisters contain Monel lock wire.
Malin Co. safety wire canisters won’t degrade like paper canisters. These canisters will also protect your lock wire from grease and corrosive materials.
In addition, Malin Co. offers safety wire in spools, coils and bulk purchase options to further fulfill your needs.
Purpose of Lockwire and Safety Wire
Lock wire is an incredibly versatile safety tool. It is applicable in a wide variety of industries. Nuts, bolts, screws and other fasteners will loosen over time. Lock wire’s purpose is to prevent this loosening from occurring.
Lock wire’s secures two or more parts together and ensures the tightening of each fastener. It prevents loosening by counteracting it with additional tightening of the wire.
The typical method of lock wire installation installation consists of twisting two strands or wire together in a “Double Twist” formation. Single strand installation is more common in applications with closely-spaced, geometric patterns. The max number of fasteners depends on how many can be reached by 24 inches of wire.
It is also important to avoid installing lock wire in applications with possible chafing, fatigue or additional tension. The only tension the wire should experience is the tension for preventing loosening. To learn how to install safety wire, check out our blog post on the different application methods.
If you are looking for a stainless safety wire company who can cater to the safety wire military specification, we are the team for the job. Our safety wire material is used for safety critical fasteners, twists, and much more. We are a leading provider of safety wire material.
Besides the military specifications, we are also leading aircraft safety wire producers and producers of automotive safety wire. We are happy to serve a range of industries with safety lock wire thanks to our quality control standards and experienced team. From safety lock wire to SS safety wire, to aircraft safety wire, you can count on Malin.
Malin Co. Safety Wire and Lock Wire Products:
Stainless Steel Aerospace Safety Wire- Stainless steel type 302/304 ASTM A 580, 305 and 316 stainless are available upon request.
Inconel Aerospace Lock Wire
Oxidized Inconel Aerospace Safety Wire
Monel Aerospace Lockwire
Copper & Brass Breakaway Wire- Available in 1 & 5-pound spools. Breakaway Wire is typically sold in the 1 & 5-pound spools. However, other packaging options are available:
- Boxed coils
- Bulk coils
- 1/4-pound Handi-Pak coils
- Custom spools
- Bulk spools
- Bobbins.
General & Industrial Wire
- Aluminum
- Brass
- Copper
- Chromel carbon (black, galvanized)
- Inconel
- Monel
- Nickel
- Nickel Silver
- Stainless Steel (302, 303, 304, 304L, 316, 316L, 410, 430)
- Phosphorous Bronze
- Nitinol
- Titanium
We can quote other materials upon request.
Safety Wire and Lock Wire Applications:
- Camping Wire
- Military Trip Wire
- Snare Trap Wire
- Airplane cabins
- Automotive assemblies
- Specialize machine parts
- Heavy duty U bolt locks
- Pipe fittings
- Medical Wire
- Fishing & Marine
Malin Tie Wire
Along with lock wire and safety wire, Malin additionally produces tie wire. Tie wire is a very versatile piece of equipment, used for binding objects together, create fencing, and much more! Get high strength and easy to use tie wire, perfect for any application, from Malin Co.
Malin Co. Services:
Straightened and Cut Wire– From .006′ diameter to .177′ diameter and lengths from .250′ to 10ft. Length and diameter tolerances quoted upon request.
Electro Polished and Clean Wire – We offer diameters as fine as .006” to .041” diameter on spools. The most commonly supplied wire is the 300 series of stainless steel.
Wire Finishes – We offer matte, diamond drawn brite, centerless ground, and soap finishes.
Wire Forming – Malin has also developed the ability to shape and form wire in all types of materials and configurations. No quantity is too small. We will set up and run both production and prototype quantities.
Barcoding
Wire Drawing- Malin Company can now draw aluminum, brass, copper, stainless steel, and nickel alloys. Diameters down to .0016” and up to .250” diameter. We can also draw and process customer supplied wire as well.
We work to give our customers the product they need, the presentation they want and customer service they deserve. Please contact Malin Co. for more information on our safety wire and lock wire products.
Aircraft Safety Wire FAQs
What is aircraft safety wire?
Aircraft safety wire, often referred to as safety wire or lock wire, is a type of wire commonly used in the aviation industry for safety-critical applications. It plays a vital role in ensuring the security and integrity of aircraft components and systems. Aircraft safety wire is typically made of stainless steel or another high-strength and corrosion-resistant material.
What material is used for aircraft locking wire?
Aircraft locking wire, also known as safety wire or lock wire, is typically made of high-strength and corrosion-resistant materials to ensure its reliability and effectiveness in aviation applications. Stainless steel is one of the most popular materials for aircraft locking wire. It is highly corrosion-resistant, durable, and has excellent strength properties. The two primary grades of stainless steel used are 302/304 and 316, with 316 being more corrosion-resistant, especially in marine or chloride-rich environments.
Wire Lead-times & Order Minimums
Due to the current business climate, our lead-times vary based on material availability. Please contact customer service at 1-800-967-9697
for lead-time on this product. Minimum order $125.
