Extra Strong 2mm Drive Cord Power Transmission Live Steam

Extra Strong Drive Cord Reliable Power Transmission for Live Steam Models

Designed specifically for live steam enthusiasts, our Extra Strong Drive Cord offers exceptional durability and grip for transferring power smoothly and efficiently between pulleys and shafts.

With a 2mm diameter, this heavy-duty cord is ideal for small to medium-scale model setups where strength and flexibility are essential.

At a glance –

Wear resistant.
Joined with either a good quality super glue like Loctite 406, or by heating with a lighter, candle, soldering iron or hot plate.
Sold per metre.

Key Features:

• Heavy-Duty Strength: Built to withstand the torque and tension of live steam drive systems

• Flexible & Durable: High-resistance material resists fraying, stretching, and slipping

• Precise Fit: 2mm diameter provides secure engagement with standard model pulleys

• Easy to Work With: Can be cut to length and joined using heat for custom setups

• Versatile Use: Suitable for a wide range of live steam locomotives, stationary engines, and workshop models

Specifications:

• Diameter: 2mm

• Length: Sold in 1 metre lengths, can be cut to size

• Colour: May vary based on stock (typically black or green)

• Material: High-strength synthetic or rubber composite

Whether you’re restoring a vintage steam model or building a new one from scratch, this extra strong drive cord ensures smooth, consistent motion and dependable performance.

Joining: This can be cut to size and joined with superglue, if done correctly, this method will produce a strong belt that will last several years. A good quality superglue works really well. exactly the same process as making custom o-rings.

It can also be joined by heating the two ends over a candle until they begin to soften, and then press together