Seat Belt Style Webbing for Custom Straps and Projects
Seat belt style webbing is a tightly woven polyester strap material with a smooth surface and low stretch. It is a popular pick for shop-built tie downs, bag and gear straps, tool hangers, and general repairs where you want a strong, flexible strap that handles easily. Ours is a 5 panel weave made in the USA, sold in a 300' roll.
Specs at a Glance
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Material: Polyester
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Width: 1-15/16"
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Break strength: 6,000 lbs.
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Construction: 5 panel
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Roll length: 300'
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Colors: Black and gray
Shade can differ from one roll to another. If a project needs matching color across several rolls, order them together and ask our team if you have questions.
What to Make With It
Custom tie downs and ratchet straps
Pair the webbing with ratchet and cam buckles and the hooks that suit your load, such as flat and snap hooks or wire, grab, and S hooks, to build straps for trailers, equipment, boats, and bikes. Building for a track system? Start with E-track or L-track fittings. Because this webbing is 1-15/16" wide, which is slightly under 2", check that your hardware is made to fit it before you order.
Bags, gear, and home projects
- Replacement handles and shoulder straps for bags, backpacks, and camera gear
- Carry straps and handles for tools, totes, and equipment
- Hangers for tools and storage in a garage or shed
- Custom-length leashes and lead straps
- Repairs to tent loops, covers, and similar gear
Polyester is generally resistant to rot, mildew, and fading, which helps when straps live in a truck, barn, or outdoor storage.
Where Not to Use It
Seat belt style webbing is raw material, not a certified safety component. Do not use it for vehicle restraints, fall protection, personal flotation, or any overhead lifting. For lifting, use a sling that is manufactured and rated for it. Break strength is also not a working load: a finished strap is rated lower, and the hardware and construction determine the final rating. Check manufacturer ratings before you put a strap you made into service.
Need Different Specs?
Care and Inspection
- Check for cuts, frays, burns, and melted spots before each use.
- Protect webbing from sharp edges, or add a wear sleeve.
- Replace any damaged webbing.
- Keep rolls and finished straps dry and shaded when they are not in use.
Seat Belt Style Webbing FAQs
What colors does the seat belt style webbing come in?
Black and gray.
Is this webbing made in the USA?
Yes, it carries a Made in USA designation.
Will it fit 2" hardware?
The webbing is 1-15/16" wide, slightly under 2". Hardware tolerances vary, so confirm the fit with the hardware you plan to use.
Can I use it for lifting slings?
No. Lifting slings need to be built and rated by the manufacturer. Choose a finished sling from our lifting slings collection.
Is it the same as polyester cargo webbing?
Both are polyester. Seat belt style webbing is a 5 panel weave in a single width and strength, while cargo webbing is offered in several widths, strengths, and colors.
Questions Before You Order?
Our team can help you decide whether seat belt style webbing suits your project or whether another webbing is a better fit.
