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Ropes made of high molecular weight polyethylene

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Ropes made of high molecular weight polyethylene (UHMWPE, similar to Dyneema) - these are advanced products that have a unique combination of strength, lightness and stability. Made from ultra-high molecular weight polyethylene fibers, they are superior in performance to many traditional materials, including steel.

Advantages:

  • Breaking load significantly higher than steel ropes of the same diameter (10 times).
  • Abrasion resistance provides a long service life.
  • Positive buoyancy allows the use of ropes in marine environments without the risk of drowning.
  • Low weight facilitates installation and operation.
  • Low stretchability (3.5% elongation) improves accuracy.
  • Chemical resistance and UV resistance.

Application:

  • Oil and gas industry for lifting and transporting cargo.
  • Shipping services: mooring, towing, trawling, rigging.
  • Energy, construction, agriculture for tasks that require high strength.

Technical specifications:

  • Specific gravity: 0.97 g / cm3 (do not drown in water).
  • Melting point: 144–152°C.
  • Operating temperature: up to 70°C.
  • Diameters: from 4 to 96 mm (3 -, 8-and 12-strand ropes are available).

Table of breaking loads:

Diameter (mm) Bay weight 220 m (kg) Breaking load (kGf)
32 130 84 000
36 158 101 000
40 194 122 000
44 237 146 000
48 278 166 000
52 333 196 000
56 387 226 000
60 426 260 000
64 485 295 000
72 579 368 000
76 684 410 000
88 916 540 000
96 1 090 640 000

UHMWPE ropes are ideal for applications where maximum strength and reliability are required. These ropes will be an excellent choice for marine and industrial environments. You can buy ropes made of UHMWPE (HMPE) for mooring, towing or other complex tasks, they will provide reliability and long service life.