Polypropylene rope

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Product Overview
Polypropylene (PP) mooring rope available in 8-strand and 12-strand constructions with monofilament and multifilament options. Lightweight and floating, it resists rot, mildew and many chemicals, making it suitable for general marine use including vessel mooring, fishing and aquaculture. Complies with ISO 1346-2012.

Typical Applications

• Vessel Mooring: Suitable for small to medium-sized vessels, barges and workboats.
• Towing Operations: General-purpose tow line for light to moderate loads.
• Fishery: For nets, pot lines and general deck operations in commercial fishing.
• Aquaculture: Securing cages, nets and other marine farming equipment.

Key Characteristics

• Lightweight and Floatable: Floats on water for easier handling and retrieval.
• Non-Absorbent & Rot-Proof: Does not absorb water, preventing rot and mildew.
• Chemical Resistance: Good resistance to many acids and alkalis.
• Good Abrasion Resistance: Suitable for general-purpose maritime use with reliable service life.
• Good Electrical Insulation: Exhibits dielectric properties for use near electrical equipment.

Parameter Table (Monofilament / Multifilament where indicated)
Diameter (mm) | Circumference (Inch) | Theoretical Weight (kg/200m) | Min. Breaking Load (kN) - Monofilament | Min. Breaking Load (kN) - Multifilament
20 | 2-1/2 | 36 | 64 | 56.9
28 | 3-1/3 | 71 | 119 | 104.9
36 | 4-1/4 | 117.2 | 191 | 165.9
40 | 5 | 144.6 | 233 | 201
48 | 6 | 209.8 | 327 | 280.4
56 | 7 | 284 | 436 | 371
60 | 7-1/2 | 326 | 495 | 424.2
72 | 9 | 468 | 692 | 602.7
80 | 10 | 580 | 850 | 741.3
96 | 12 | 834 | 1190 | 1050
120 | 15 | 1300 | 1800 | 1596
140 | 17-1/2 | 1778 | 2405 | 2144.5

Standards & Quality

• ISO 1346-2012: Specification for polypropylene ropes ensuring breaking load and quality benchmarks.
• ISO 2307:2019: Test methods for verifying physical and mechanical properties including breaking force and elongation.
• ISO 9554:2019: General specifications for synthetic fibre ropes covering materials, construction and basic quality requirements.
• Classification Society Approval: Type approval references available from major societies (DNV, ABS, LR, BV, CCS, etc.) for project-specific needs.

Technical Characteristics / Specifications

• Product: Polypropylene (PP) mooring rope
• Constructions available: 8-strand and 12-strand; monofilament and multifilament options
• Behavior: Floats on water; non-absorbent
• Resistance: Rot-proof, mildew resistant, chemical resistant, good abrasion resistance
• Electrical: Good dielectric/insulation properties
• Compliance: Meets ISO 1346-2012; tested per ISO 2307:2019; complies with ISO 9554:2019
• Size range & performance: See parameter table above for diameter, circumference, theoretical weight (kg/200m) and minimum breaking loads (kN) for monofilament and multifilament constructions