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Polyester by the Meter
An excellent all-round general purpose synthetic rope, Polyester is popular within the boating industry for anchor lines, mooring lines, fender lines, lifelines, winching and hoisting lines.
Because of its low stretch properties, Polyester rope is also great for tying things down e.g.: awnings and flagpoles, and is used in the theatre industry for stage rigging and curtain hoists.
Key properties at a glance:
- Twisted 3-strand construction
- Made from synthetic fibres
- Retains strength when wet
- Water, UV, rot and abrasion resistant
- Does not float & softens when wet
- Made in Europe
Related: Nylon, Anchor, Mooring rope
Polyester Rope Technical Details
Diameter / Weight / Break load
| Diameter | Weight per 220m (kg) | Break load (kg)* |
| 6mm | 5.9 | 560 |
| 8mm | 10.5 | 1,020 |
| 10mm | 16.7 | 1,590 |
| 12mm | 24 | 2,270 |
| 14mm | 32.5 | 3,180 |
| 16mm | 42.9 | 4,060 |
| 18mm | 53.9 | 5,080 |
| 20mm | 66.6 | 6,350 |
| 22mm | 80 | 7,610 |
| 24mm | 96 | 9,100 |
*Break load for indication purposes only. Not test certified. 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 | Sensitive to alkalis, phenolic compounds and sulphuric acids. Resistant to organic and mineral acids, organic solvents and bleaches |
Properties
| Properties | Description |
| Construction | Twisted 3-strand Polyester |
| Material | Synthetic |
| Appearance | White colour. Very close in appearance to Nylon. Smooth and slightly shiny surface |
| Feel | Very soft to touch |
| Handling | Flexible and easy to handle. Heavier than Nylon |
| Density | 1.38 |
| Strength (dry) |
Very strong all round, general purpose rope. Tensile strength not as high as nylon but greater than Polypropylene |
| Strength (wet) | No loss of strength |
| Shock absorbency | Good |
| Elongation at break load | Low |
| Stretch (elasticity) | Low |
| Creep | Low |
| Performance in water | Sinks but does not swell. Remains soft when wet |
| Melting point | 260°C |
| Electrical conductivity | Moderate |
| Biodegradable | No |
| Storage | Wet or Dry |
| Knot retention | Moderate |
| Can be spliced? | Yes – very easily |
| Can be dyed? | No |
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