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Leaded Polysteel Rope
Leaded Polysteel Rope, in yellow with red tracer, sold in 10mm, 12mm, 14mm & 16mm diameters.
As with standard Polysteel, this rope is very tough, strong and durable.
Leaded Polysteel will sink over time though and is a good choice if a sinking line is required e.g. mooring rope. It is also used for fishing gear, potting rope, crab rope & other commercial fishing uses.
Key properties at a glance:
- Excellent UV and abrasion resistance
- Rot, mildew & water resistant
- Tough & durable
- Sinks over time
- Made in Europe
Leaded Polysteel Technical Details
Diameter / Weight / Break load
| Diameter | Weight per 220m (kg) | Break load (kg)* |
| 10mm | 16.5 | 1,407 |
| 12mm | 21 | 2,264 |
| 14mm | 30 | 2,578 |
| 16mm | 37 | – |
*Break load for indication purposes only. Break loads will also lower as a result of splicing and knotting.
Resistance
| Resistance | Description |
| UV resistance | High |
| Abrasion resistance | High |
| Rot and mould | Yes |
| Chemical | Very good resistance to most acids and alkalis |
Properties
| Properties | Description |
| Construction | Twisted 3-strand. Manufactured from high tenacity Polysteel fibres. Lead is inserted into 1 or 2 strands, hidden from view. |
| Material | Synthetic |
| Quality certified | ISO 9002 |
| Appearance | Yellow with red flecks. High visibility and synthetic appearance |
| Feel | Hard, smooth, slippy surface |
| Handling | Lightweight and pliable. Softens with use |
| Density | 0.94 |
| Strength (dry) | High tensile strength. Manufacturer break load lower than standard Polysteel |
| Strength (wet) | Same as when dry. No loss of strength |
| Shock absorbency | High: excellent |
| Elongation at break load | Medium |
| Stretch (elasticity) | Low |
| Performance in water | Sinks over time |
| Melting point | 85°C |
| Biodegradable | No |
| Storage | Wet or dry environments |
| Can be spliced? | Yes – easily |