Industrial & General Purpose Rope
Rope and cordage cover everything from industrial lifting slings, safety lines, and rigging to landscaping and railings. Choose between synthetic rope (nylon, polyester, polypropylene, Plasma) for strength and durability, or natural rope (cotton, manila) for a softer, handled feel. Rope also comes in two constructions, braided or twisted.
Synthetic Rope
Synthetic rope resists abrasion, acids, mildew, and rot better than natural rope, and it lasts longer, which usually makes it more cost effective.
Nylon Rope
Nylon rope stretches to absorb shock loads, which makes it a fit for mooring lines, tow lines, tie downs, and safety lines. It comes braided, diamond braided, or twisted. Wet nylon loses about 10-15% of its strength and regains it once dry.
Polyester Rope
Polyester rope has less stretch than nylon, keeps its strength when wet, and resists UV, which suits tug lines, barge tow lines, rigging, and outdoor use. Popular options are solid braid, diamond braid, and twisted.
Polypropylene Rope
Polypropylene rope is the least expensive synthetic, floats on water, and won't conduct electricity, so it works for ski rope, pool rope, and utility jobs. It's stiffer and weaker than nylon or polyester.
Plasma Rope
Plasma rope is lightweight, water resistant, flexible, and strong, available in 12 strand or 12x12 construction for mooring, lifting slings, and winch lines.
Natural Rope
Natural rope is softer and absorbent, good for uses where it's handled directly. It's more prone to mildew and rot, especially if stored damp.
Manila Rope
Manila rope is a durable, cost-efficient general-purpose rope for climbing, obstacle courses, landscaping, ladders, and railings.
Tensile Strength vs. Working Load Limit
Tensile strength is the average strength of new rope tested in a lab, and it is not the working load limit. A working load limit can run anywhere from 5-20% of tensile strength, depending on the rope's age and condition.
