Resolve Guy Wire Tension

When a guy wire is anchored to a block, the tension in the wire creates two key force components:

• Horizontal Force: Acts sideways, pushing or pulling the anchor block.
• Uplift Force: Acts vertically, trying to lift the anchor block.

Why You Need to Resolve Guy Wire Tension

Engineers must resolve guy wire tension to calculate the exact horizontal and uplift forces acting on the anchor block. Failing to do so can result in under-designed anchors that shift, lift, or fail under stress — risking serious safety hazards.

Accurate force resolution ensures anchor blocks are designed to resist both components of tension, improving structural reliability and safety.

How to Use the Calculator

1. Enter Sling Tension: Input the total tension in the guy wire (e.g., 500 N, 10 kN, or 100 lb).
2. Enter Angle: Specify the angle between the guy wire and the horizontal (0°–90°).
3. Select Unit: Choose your preferred unit: Newtons (N), Kilonewtons (kN), Pounds (lb), or Kips (kip).
4. Calculate Forces: Click Calculate Forces to resolve guy wire tension into horizontal and uplift components.
5. Visual Aid: A diagram below the results displays how the tension splits into directional forces on the anchor block.

Use this calculator to resolve forces quickly and accurately for your project.