The VAR FR-01760 steel cable housing ferrules embody the professional solution to guarantee an impeccable finish and maximum longevity for your brake cables. Made from chrome steel and packaged in a bottle of 200 units, these ferrules represent the essential item for any demanding bike workshop, combining robustness, precise fit and corrosion resistance.

Technical Summary

The VAR FR-01760 ferrules are specifically designed for 5 mm diameter brake housings, the universal standard on the majority of road bikes, hybrid bikes, MTBs and urban bikes. Their chrome steel construction gives them superior strength to plastic ferrules, better withstanding repeated mechanical stresses (insertion/removal in frame stops, cable tension) and braking power. Manufactured in Taiwan according to VAR quality standards, these ferrules guarantee perfect retention of housings in the stops provided on frames, preventing any crumbling, slipping or premature deterioration.

Technical Highlights

• High-strength chrome steel: Unlike plastic ferrules, chrome steel durably resists mechanical wear, corrosion and climatic variations (rain, salt, UV). Shiny grey finish for a professional appearance.
• Controlled unit weight: At only 1 gram per ferrule, these end caps do not add weight to the assembly while providing essential structural rigidity for proper brake cable operation.
• Universal 5 mm compatibility: Fit all standard Ø 5 mm brake housings (Shimano, SRAM, Campagnolo, Jagwire, Transfil…). Calibrated internal diameter for a tight fit without play.
• Professional packaging: The bottle of 200 ferrules covers the needs of a workshop for many assemblies (approximately 50 complete bikes with front + rear cables). Practical storage and clear labeling reference FR-01760.
• Protection and finish: Effectively protect housing ends against crumbling, moisture infiltration and impacts. Guarantee a neat and durable finish for every brake cable installation or replacement.

Application and Installation

These VAR FR-01760 ferrules are designed to be crimped at the end of brake housings (5 mm diameter) before insertion into frame stops, brake levers or calipers. Their optimized design ensures firm retention while facilitating insertion into stop housings. They install quickly using a quality cable cutter (VAR FR-07000 type) to cleanly crimp the ferrule onto the housing cut to length. The use of steel ferrules is particularly recommended for high-performance braking systems (hydraulic brakes on road bikes, enduro/DH MTB, loaded touring bikes) where cabling precision and wear resistance are critical.

Geometry and Standards

• Internal diameter: Calibrated for Ø 5.0 mm housing (tolerance ±0.1 mm)
• External diameter: Approximately 6 mm (standard for 5 mm frame stops)
• Length: Approximately 10-12 mm (standard for brake end caps)
• Standard: Compatible with all European and international bicycle cabling standards

Integration in the VAR Range

VAR offers a complete range of housing ferrules to meet all needs: FR-01750 (steel Ø 4 mm for derailleur), FR-01860 (plastic Ø 5 mm for general use), as well as colored aluminum versions (FR-01962 red, FR-01963 blue, FR-01965 orange…). The FR-01760 model in chrome steel Ø 5 mm constitutes the professional standard for braking, favored by bike workshops for its proven reliability and excellent value for money in 200-unit packaging. This product also features in the VAR Expert workshop kits (KO-91521), confirming its status as an essential tool for any serious bicycle mechanic.