If you've been searching for a Morse cable, Teleflex cable or a replacement push-pull control cable, chances are you've already discovered that finding the right cable isn't always as simple as finding one that looks similar.

For more than 30 years, Multiflex Australia has been involved in the world of mechanical push-pull control cables. That experience matters.

Because when it comes to replacing a control cable, the question isn't simply:

"What cable looks like the old one?"

It's:

"What cable is actually right for the application?"

At Multiflex Australia, we combine decades of hands-on cable experience with modern manufacturing technology to provide reliable mechanical control cable solutions for industrial, commercial, agricultural, transport, marine and specialised applications.

And for customers who want to research, configure and purchase their cable online, our sister company, Industrial & Cable Group, makes the process simple.

What Happened to Morse Cables?

Morse® and Teleflex® are names that have been familiar to Australian industries for decades.

Their mechanical control cables were used extensively in machinery, vehicles, marine applications, agricultural equipment, hydraulic controls and countless other applications.

Today, many of those machines are still working.

And that means there are still plenty of people searching for:

• Morse cables
• Morse push-pull cables
• Teleflex Morse cables
• Morse cable replacements
• Teleflex cable replacements
• 30 Series cables
• 40 Series cables
• 60 Series cables

The good news is that the need for these mechanical control cables hasn't disappeared.

The technology has evolved, but the fundamental job remains the same: reliably transfer mechanical movement and force from one point to another.

Multiflex Australia continues that tradition with its range of Version 3, Version 4 and Version 6 Morse-type replacement cables.

Version 3, Version 4 and Version 6 – What's the Difference?

One of the most common questions we hear is:

"Which cable do I need?"

The answer starts with understanding the three main cable series.

The Multiflex Australia range is commonly identified as:

These cable families are designed around different rod sizes and operating requirements. The larger the cable series, generally speaking, the greater the mechanical load it is designed to accommodate.

However, choosing the correct cable involves more than simply selecting the largest cable available.

The correct choice depends on the application, operating force, travel, cable length, routing, bends, environment and end fittings.

That's where experience becomes important.

The 30 Series – Multiflex Version 3

The 30 Series uses a 3/16" rod and is a versatile option for light to medium-duty mechanical control applications.

It is commonly used for applications including:

• Throttle controls

• Gear selection

• PTO controls

• Engine shut-off systems

• Hydraulic valve controls

• Agricultural machinery

• Marine equipment

• Commercial vehicles

• Light industrial machinery

The 30 Series is also commonly associated with Morse-style part numbers including 31C, 32C, 33C, 34C and 35C, along with B and BC variations.

Explore the 30 Series range through Industrial & Cable Group.

The 40 Series – Multiflex Version 4

Moving up to the 40 Series, the rod increases to 1/4", providing greater push and pull capability for applications requiring more mechanical force.

Typical applications include:

• Heavy-duty throttle systems

• Hydraulic valve controls

• Transmission controls

• PTO systems

• Earthmoving equipment

• Construction machinery

• Heavy transport

• Mining equipment

• Waste management equipment

The 40 Series is commonly associated with Morse-style 41C–45C, B and BC cable configurations.

For machinery operating under greater loads or demanding duty cycles, the 40 Series can provide the additional mechanical capability required.

Explore the 40 Series range through Industrial & Cable Group.

The 60 Series – Multiflex Version 6

For applications where maximum mechanical strength is required, the 60 Series uses a 5/16" rod.

These cables are suited to demanding applications including:

• Heavy hydraulic valve systems

• Transmission controls

• Mining equipment

• Heavy mobile plant

• Civil construction machinery

• Industrial processing equipment

• Infrastructure equipment

• Other severe-duty applications

The 60 Series is commonly associated with Morse-style 61C–65C, B and BC configurations.

When operating loads are high and equipment downtime is costly, selecting the appropriate cable becomes even more important.

Explore the 60 Series range through Industrial & Cable Group.

Choosing the Right Morse-Type Replacement Cable

This is where we believe our experience makes a real difference.

It can be tempting to simply measure the overall length of an old cable, find something that looks similar and place an order.

But there are several factors that need to be considered.

1. What cable series is required?

The rod size is one of the key identifying characteristics:

30 Series = 3/16"

40 Series = 1/4"

60 Series = 5/16"

2. What travel or stroke is required?

The cable needs to move the correct distance to operate the equipment properly.

A cable that is the correct length but has the wrong travel may not operate the mechanism correctly.

3. What end fittings are required?

The cable ends need to suit the control and the mechanism being operated.

Common configurations include:

• Bulkhead / Bulkhead

• Clamp / Clamp

• Bulkhead / Clamp

Additional accessories such as ball joints, clevises, rod ends and cable clamps may also be required.

4. What length is required?

Cable length and routing are important. 

A cable that is too short may not install correctly, while unnecessary excess length can introduce additional bends and affect operation.

Read more via Industrial and Cable Group article:  How Do I Measure a Control Cable

5. What environment will the cable operate in?

Dust, moisture, vibration, heat, corrosion and constant movement can all influence the appropriate cable selection.

6. What is the application?

A cable operating a light-duty control on a piece of equipment has very different requirements from one controlling a hydraulic valve on heavy earthmoving machinery.

That's why we don't believe in simply selling you a cable. We want to help you select the right cable.

Technical Advice From People Who Understand Cables

One of the biggest advantages of dealing with Multiflex Australia is our experience.

We have more than 30 years of experience with mechanical push-pull cables, including experience connected with the former Teleflex Morse / Morse Controls operation in Sydney.

That means our knowledge comes from years of working with the products, applications and problems that customers actually encounter in the field.

We understand that sometimes a customer doesn't know whether they need a 30, 40 or 60 Series cable.

Sometimes the original cable has no identifiable part number.

Sometimes the cable is obsolete.

Sometimes the customer has a machine that has been modified over the years.

And sometimes the easiest way to identify the right replacement is simply to look at photographs of the existing cable and understand what it is controlling.

That's where technical advice can save time, money and frustration.

If you're unsure what cable you need, talk to us.

We can help you work through the requirements rather than leaving you to guess.

Australian Assembly – Experience Backed by Manufacturing

Multiflex Australia is proud to support Australian industry with cables assembled in Australia.

Our cable solutions use carefully selected components and modern cable technology, including high-efficiency conduit and core construction, stainless steel components and configurations designed to provide smooth, reliable mechanical operation.

Our cables can also be produced to customer-specific requirements, including special lengths and specialty cable applications.

That means we're not simply taking a generic product off a shelf.

We're applying our cable knowledge to provide a solution that is appropriate for the application.

From Morse Replacement to Modern Mechanical Control

While the term "Morse cable" remains one of the most common ways people search for these products, the applications for modern mechanical push-pull cables extend well beyond traditional Morse replacement.

Today, these cables are used for:

• Industrial machinery

• Agricultural equipment

• Mining

• Earthmoving

• Construction

• Transport

• Marine applications

• Hydraulic valve controls

• Throttle systems

• PTO controls

• Transmission controls

• Engine shut-off systems

• Remote mechanical actuation

In other words, the cable may be small, but its job can be extremely important.

A failed control cable can mean a machine is unavailable, production stops or equipment cannot be operated safely.

A reliable cable is an important part of keeping equipment moving.

Making Morse-Type Cables Easier to Buy Online

We know that technical advice is important.

But we also know that many customers want the convenience of being able to order online, particularly when they already know exactly what they need.

That's why Industrial & Cable Group has developed a comprehensive online range of 30 Series, 40 Series and 60 Series push-pull control cables.

Customers can select their cable series and configure requirements such as:

• Cable length

• Travel

• End fittings

• Cable configuration

The Industrial & Cable Group website also includes a Build-A-Cable process to make ordering easier.

And because the cables are assembled to customer specifications, customers can access a much broader range of configurations than simply buying a standard cable from a shelf.

This article explains further. Finding the Right Replacement for Morse and Teleflex Push Pull Cables

Not Sure What You Need? Ask Us.

This is perhaps the most important message we'd like customers to take away.

You don't need to be a cable expert to buy the right cable.

If you have:

• An old Morse cable

• A Teleflex cable

• A discontinued cable

• A cable with an unknown part number

• A damaged cable

• A machine that needs a replacement control cable

• Or simply aren't sure whether you need 30, 40 or 60 Series

ask us.

Providing the existing cable dimensions, part number, equipment details or photographs can often help us identify the most appropriate replacement.

Our objective isn't simply to sell you a cable.

It's to help you get the right cable for the job.

The Multiflex Australia Difference

When you choose Multiflex Australia, you're getting more than a replacement for a familiar cable name.

You're getting:

30+ years of mechanical push-pull cable experience

Australian assembly

Technical advice from people who understand the product

30, 40 and 60 Series Morse-type replacement solutions

Custom cable capability

A comprehensive range of cable end configurations

Support for industrial, agricultural, transport, mining, construction and other applications

And when you're ready to order, you can access the range online through our sister company, Industrial & Cable Group.

Morse Cable Replacement? Start Here.

Whether you call it a Morse cable, Teleflex cable, push-pull cable, mechanical control cable or motion control cable, the principle is the same:

The right cable makes a difference.

With decades of experience behind us, Multiflex Australia can help you identify the cable that meets your application's requirements — and Industrial & Cable Group provides a convenient way to configure and purchase it online.

So if you're replacing an old Morse or Teleflex cable, don't guess.

Talk to the people who know cables.

Multiflex Australia – decades of cable experience, assembled in Australia.

And when you're ready to order, visit Industrial & Cable Group to explore the 30 Series, 40 Series and 60 Series range and build your cable online.