White Staple Spun Rope Technical Details
Diameter / Weight / Break load
Diameter |
Weight per 220m (kg) |
6mm |
3.7 |
600 |
8mm |
6.6 |
1,060 |
10mm |
10 |
1,560 |
12mm |
14.5 |
2,210 |
14mm |
20 |
3,050 |
16mm |
25.5 |
3,770 |
18mm |
32.5 |
4,810 |
20mm |
40 |
5,800 |
22mm |
48.5 |
6,950 |
24mm |
57 |
8,120 |
28mm |
78 |
10,700 |
32mm |
101 |
13,460 |
36mm |
158 |
16,920 |
*Break load for indication purposes only. Break loads will also lower as a result of splicing and knotting.
Resistance
Resistance |
Description |
UV resistance |
Moderate |
Abrasion resistance |
Good |
Rot and mould |
Yes |
Chemical |
Good resistance to acids & alkalis |
Properties
Properties |
Description |
Construction |
Twisted 3-strand, made from Polyprop monofilaments. Traditional rope construction: raw materials are spun into yarn before twisting |
Fibre |
Synthetic |
Quality certified |
ISO 9002 |
Appearance |
White & hairy |
Feel |
Softer than conventional Polypropylene. Smooth surface but slightly hairy |
Handling |
Lightweight & pliable. Easy grip wet or dry |
Density |
0.95 |
Strength (dry) |
Good. Same as yarn construction Polyprop, stronger than Synthetic Hemp
|
Stretch (elasticity) |
Low |
Elongation |
Moderate |
Performance in water |
Floats. No shrinkage or swelling when wet |
Melting point |
170°C |
Biodegradable |
No |
Storage |
Wet or dry environments |
Knot retention |
Moderate |
Can be spliced? |
Yes – easily |
Can be dyed? |
No |