Cat® Flexible Shaft is consist of two parts, an inner cable of braided steel wire and an outer cable housing, and work by transmitting force using a combination of tension on the inner cable and compression to the housing. Over time and use cables may become stretched, frayed or otherwise damaged requiring their replacement. Cat® Parts are manufactured to precise specifications and are built for durability, reliability, productivity, less environmental impact and reuse.Application:Cat® Flexible Shafts are application specific. Consult your owner's manual or contact your local Cat® Dealer for more information.