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White Staple Spun Rope
White Staple Spun Rope is a premium general-purpose rope made from Polypropylene monofilaments, it has a hairy surface for easy grip and handling. Manufactured to British & EU standards.
White Staple Spun Rope Technical Details
Diameter / Weight / Break load
| Diameter | Weight per 220m (kg) | Break load (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 |