Description
Overview:
The Yellow Hi-Vis Breakaway Cable - 1 Metre Length is a safety tether for trailers and towed plant used in transport and site work. It helps keep a secure connection between a towing vehicle and braked trailer equipment and is intended to actuate the trailer brake if the coupling separates. The cable uses a high-visibility yellow outer sheath so it is easy to see in low light and busy yards. Built from durable, corrosion-resistant steel wire with a protective jacket, it stands up to regular outdoor use. At 1 metre long (approximately 3.28 feet / 39.37 inches), it offers a compact reach for tidy routing around a drawbar or hitch. Identified by MPN 500 138.
Key Features:
- High-visibility yellow finish for quick identification in poor light and on busy sites
- 1 m length (approx. 3.28 ft / 39.37 in) for neat installation without excess slack
- Durable steel wire core with protective outer jacket for abrasion and weather resistance
- Breakaway function designed to trigger the trailer's brake system if coupling failure occurs
- Robust crimped ends for secure attachment to approved anchor points
- Smooth, low-snag coating helps reduce wear on contact surfaces
- Suitable for construction, agricultural, and utility towing tasks
- Easy to fit and replace during routine safety checks
Typical Applications:
Commonly used on braked trailers and site towable equipment such as compressors, generators, lighting towers, bowsers, and plant trailers. Ideal for road transport, yard moves, and site transfers where visibility, reliability, and quick connection are important. Supports safer towing practice by providing a controlled emergency link.
Also known as:
Trailer breakaway cable, emergency break cable, safety tether, hi‐vis trailer cable, brake fail‐safe cable, safety lanyard for trailers, emergency restraint cable.
Product Specifications
| L&S Part No. | 500 138 |
|---|---|
| Unit of Sale | 1 |
| Size | 1 Meter |
| Machine Type | Tow Couplings |
| Key Features | - High-visibility yellow finish for easy identification - 1 m length for tidy routing - Durable steel wire with protective jacket - Breakaway function triggers trailer brake - Robust crimped ends for secure attachment |
