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Characteristics & Properties of FibresCare & UseBlueline - Polypropylene Rope 3 Strand Extra StrengthPolypropylene Film Rope 3 StrandSilver Rope - Polyethylene 3 StrandSisal RopeManila RopeSmall CordsNylon Plaited & Braided RopesCotton & Polypropylene Braided SashPP/PE Aquatic 8-Plait Square RopeSplicing Kit

AMSTEEL®-BLUE HMPE ROPESIZE FOR SIZE AS STRONG AS WIRESee page 36 for details

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Characteristics & Properties of Fibres

Fibre Sisal Manila (Abaca) Nylon, Perlon etc.

Constitution Agave Sisalana Musa Textilis Polyamide (Synthetic)

DescriptionA hard fibre, strong, nearly white

colour obtained from leaves of the sisal plant.

Strongest of all the vegetable fibres obtained from a tree of the banana

family in the Philippine Islands, 1-2m long fibre which is light in weight,

lustrous, cream/white - brown.

Soft and silky, bright lustre. Continuous filament and staple,

resistant to abrasion and bacteria. Transparent strong fibre of circual

cross-section.

Reaction to Heat

Burns as fibre touches flame - supports combustion.

Critical temperature 149°C after which fibre burns at flame - supports

combustion.

Will not burn - softens at 235°C leaves a bead and has a celery

smell.

Sensitive to

Mineral acids, paints, detergents, chemicals, salts, fats, oils, solvents,

weathering, sunlight, fungi and moisture.

Mineral acids, paints, detergents, chemicals, salts, fats, some oils, solvents, weathering, fungi and

moisture.

Phenols, strong acids, concentrated formic acid, sunlight.

Resistant to Volatile petroleum solvents, batching oils and lkalis.

Volatile petroleum solvents, batching oils and alkalis.

Acetone, organic solvents, mineral and/ or organic acids.

Dry 13% ext. causes rupture.

Wet strength less than dry.

13% ext. causes rupture. Wet strength

less than dry but better than sisal.

Nylon 6.6 30-42% ext.

causes rupture. Wet strength approx. 10% less than dry.

Wet 15% ext causes rupture.

15% ext causes rupture.

27-34% ext. causes rupture.

Fibre Terylene, Dacron, etc. Polypropylene Polyethylene

Constitution Polyester Polypropylene Polyethylene

Description

Soft and silky, bright lustre. Continuous filament and staple,

abrasion resistance second to nylon, excellent resistance to sunlight,

weathering and bacteria.

Continuous filament and film. High strength and toughness and good

resistance to sunlight if UV inhibitors are used. Unaffected by changes in

relative humidity and water.

Continuous filament and staple, very tough, fungi resistant.

Reaction to Heat

Melts at 260°C and leaves hard balls and has an aromatic smell.

Shrinks rapidly from flame, curls and melts; ignites with difficulty. Has

low melting point 165°C.

Melts, shrinks and curls from flame then softens at 110°C.Burns

rapidly.

Sensitive toHot caustic soda, concentrated

ammonia, concentrated sulphuric acid.

Bleaching agents (sodium hypochlorite), cleaning agents

(trichloroethylene).

Xylene at 93°C. Deteriorates on very long exposure to sunlight or heat. Inhibitors may prevent this from happening. Hot nitric acid or

sulphuric acid.

Resistant to Organic mineral and nitric acids, oxidising agents, dilute alkali.

Most alkalis and acids, solvents and oxidising agents.

Most acids, alkalis, grease, oil, organic solvents and water.

DryApprox.


Wet strength equal to dry.


Wet strength equal to dry.

Approx. 50% ext.

causes rupture.Wet strength equal to dry.

WetApprox. 35% ext.

causes rupture.Same as dry. Same as dry.

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CareStorage - fibre rope should be stored in a dry unheated room with free air circulation. Keep loose coils off the floor.Dry properly after wetting - sisal and manila fibre ropes should never be stored wet as mildew and other micro-organisms can occur under damp or humid conditions. You should carefully dry the rope out under atmospheric conditions and store in the correct manner. Synthetic or man-made ropes are not generally attacked by mildew.Protect from chemicals - acid, acid fumes and alkalis, are highly injurious to rope. Storage battery solutions, washing compounds or solution and paint, all will cause deterioration of the fibre.UseInspect - you should always inspect your rope PRIOR to use for any nicks, cuts, kinks, chafing or tears.Avoid kinks - when rope is repeatedly twisted in one direction, kinks are certain to develop - unless twist in the opposite direction is thrown in, or out, of the rope. Kinks pulled through restricted space, such as tackle block, will seriously damage the rope.Don’t overload - Use a 6 to 1 safety factor based on the minimum breaking force of a new rope, Overloading may cause permanent elongation.Avoid sharp angles or bends - fibre is somewhat elastic and, as a sling or lashing will ”hug” an object. However, sharp corners and angular bends put a heavy strain on the outer fibres of a rope and should be avoided if possible.Avoid unnecessary wear and abrasion - the outer fibres of a rope, no less than the inner ones, contribute to its strength. When they are worn - by chafing or dragging over a rough, gritty or splintered surface the rope is weakened.Avoid sudden jerks or strains - a rope may be extremely difficult to break with a pull but can be easily be broken with a snap. A sudden jerk on tackle, slings or lashings may result in breaks that would never occur with a steady, natural pull.

Blueline - Polypropylene Rope 3 Strand Extra Strength

High strength rope made from extruded polypropylene yarns. Excellent abrasion and shock absorption. They are tough, extremely strong and have excellent knot ability. They are the same strength wet or dry and are UV stabilised.Suggested applications: Truck ropes, nets, ladder ropes, foot ropes tarpaulin ties, blasting mats, car tow ropes, air sea rescue lines, slings, control ropes, headlines, ducting draw cords.

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110639 4 2.10 250 1.65 Coil

110624 4 2.10 250 1.83 Reel

110619 6 4.48 250 4.20 Coil

110620 6 4.48 250 4.17 Reel

110621 8 10.40 250 7.50 Coil

110625 8 10.40 125 3.75 Reel

110622 10 15.30 250 11.00 Coil

110626 10 15.30 125 5.68 Reel

110623 12 21.70 250 16.00 Coil

110627 12 21.70 125 8.24 Reel

110644 14 29.90 250 23.00 Coil

110628 16 37.00 125 14.49 Coil

110629 16 37.00 250 29.00 Coil

110674 18 47.20 125 18.47 Coil

110645 18 47.20 250 37.00 Coil

110630 20 56.90 125 22.73 Coil

110646 24 79.70 125 32.30 Coil

110647 24 79.70 250 65.00 Coil

110677 28 105 125 44.30 Coil

110678 32 132 125 57.30 Coil

110679 40 201 125 89.70 Coil

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Polypropylene Film Rope 3 Strand

High strength rope with good shock absorption suitable for many industrial and marine uses. It is a general purpose rope which is easy to handle and strong. It s suitable for a wide range of industrial uses.Suggested applications: Truck ropes, nets, ladder ropes, foot ropes, tarpaulin ties, blasting mats, car tow ropes, air sea rescue lines, slings, control ropes, head lines, ducting draw cords.

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110631 4 Green 2.1 250 1.5 Coil110632 6 Blue/Yellow 5.9 500 8.5 Coil110653 6 Black 5.9 250 4.3 Coil110633 6 Blue 5.9 250 4.3 Reel110634 8 Green 10.4 250 7.6 Coil110635 8 Green 10.4 125 3.75 Reel110900 10 Green 15.3 250 11.4 Coil110636 12 Green 21.7 250 16.5 Coil110637 14 Green 29.9 250 22.8 Coil110659 16 Green 37 250 29.2 Coil110660 18 Green 47.2 250 37.6 Coil110638 20 Green 56.9 250 47.7 Coil110661 24 Green 79.7 250 66 Coil


Sisal Rope

Sisal rope is a tough, versatile natural fibre rope used in mining, trucking and general industrial uses.Suggested applications: Truck ropes, rope handles, barrier ropes, halters and nets, capstan ropes, driver ropes, tug-o-war ropes, slings.Sisal Rope: Unit of Measure - Coil

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110463 6 2.55 250 7.4110461 8 4.73 250 13.7110464 10 6.22 250 17.3110462 12 9.36 250 26.2110473 14 12.6 250 35.5110465 16 17.7 250 48.2110466 18 21 250 55.8110468 20 27.9 250 69.8110467 24 39.9 250 102


Silver Rope - Polyethylene 3 Strand

Silver rope has superior strength and has a distinctively hairy appearance. Silver rope is versatile and strong, with exceptional handling properties due to its surface characteristics. It is suitable for industrial applications and in particular, marine where high resistance to abrasion is required.Suggested applications: Truck ropes, headlines, slings, industrial rigging, tarpaulin lines, foot ropes, tent guys, mooring lines and truck nets.


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110502 6 3.69 250 4.6 Coil110491 6 3.69 125 2.29 Reel110493 8 6.1 250 7.9 Coil110496 10 9.26 250 12.5 Coil110497 10 9.26 125 6.3 Reel110499 12 12.4 250 17.7 Coil110901 14 14.1 250 24.2 Coil110500 16 20.8 125 15.8 Coil110902 16 20.8 250 31.7 Coil110903 18 25.4 125 20.5 Coil110904 18 25.4 250 40.1 Coil110905 20 31 125 24.7 Coil110906 20 31 250 49.5 Coil110907 24 43.1 125 35.6 Coil110908 28 58.3 125 47.5 Coil110909 32 76.2 125 62.5 Coil110910 40 119 250 97.5 Coil


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Manila Rope

Manila ropes are the strongest of the natural ropes. It is a hardwearing and low stretch rope which makes it superior to sisal in its resistance to wear, fungal attack and moisture.Suggested applications: Slings, driving ropes, block fall ropes, safety nets, cargo nets, rope ladders, guy ropes and capstan ropes.Manila Rope: Unit of Measure - Coil

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110482 6 2.55 250 7.4

110911 8 4.73 250 13.7

110912 10 6.22 250 17.3

110469 12 9.36 250 26.6

110483 16 17.7 250 48.2

110470 18 21 250 55.8

110485 24 39.9 250 102


Small Cords

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110564 Marline 6770 Tex 2 ply 60 Coil

110579 Marline Tarred Polyester 120 Spool

110558 Cord Bricklayers No. 8 Nylon 100 Coil

110684 Racing Braid 12mm Fleck 100 Reel

113096 Polyester Butchers Twine 355 Coil

110566 Poly Lashing 1/2250 Tex 2605 Pack of 2

110943 Polyester Cord 4mm 100 Reel

110560 6mm Braided Polyester Cord 100 Reel

Nylon Plaited & Braided Ropes

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110583 4 3.15 300 3.4 Reel

110565 6 7.35 125 3.1 Reel

110559 6 7.35 300 7.5 Metal Reel

The minimum breaking force must in no way be construed as the safe working load of the rope. Other sizes available.

Did you know that replacing wire with synthetic alternatives can save time and operational costs whilst also reducing potential manual handling injuries. Bullivants have a wide range of fibre rope available for many applications.


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Cotton & Polypropylene Braided Sash

Sash cords are designed to be soft handling cords with high abrasion resistance ideal for window sash cords.Cotton & Polypropylene Braided Sash Braided: Unit of Measure - Reel

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110562 8 1 200 Cotton

110563 10 1.55 125 Cotton

110596* 10 5 125 Polypropylene

110597** 11 7.2 125 Polypropylene

The minimum breaking force must in no way be construed as the safe working load of the rope. Other sizes available.*Red / Gold Fleck**Red

PP/PE Aquatec 8-Plait Square Rope

Features/Benefits • Abrasion resistance • High strength to weight ratio • Shock load resistant • UV resistant with excellent weathering properties • Excellent splicing • Not affected by water • Floats on water • Kink resistant • Distinctive colours • Lloyds certification • 1.8m eye ‘splice’ each endPP/PE Aquatec 8-Plait Square Rope: Unit of Measure - Coil

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Splicing Kit

The Samson Splicing Training Kit comes complete with fid, pusher, instruction manual and a length of double braid rope.Splicing Kit: Unit of Measure - EachOrder Code: 110548

Features PP/PE Aquatec 8-Plait Square Rope


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AmSteel®-Blue12-STRAND CLASS IISAMSON PRODUCT CODE: 872

Recognised worldwide as the standard for single braid HMPE ropesAmSteel®-Blue is a torque-free 12-strand single braid that size for size, is as strong as steel but outlasts wire 3:1, making it an excellent wire rope replacement. At only 1/7th the weight of wire, it is a safe and efficient solution for all marine applications where wire is traditionally used. The combination of Dyneema® fibre and Samthane coating provide abrasion and tension fatigue resistance for superior wear. AmSteel®-Blue is easily spliced and inspected.AmSteel®-Blue is recommended for split-drum winch applications. It is not recommended for use on H-bitts, capstans, or cleats if surging or rendering the rope is required.

FEATURES AND BENEFITS:> Made with Dyneema®

> Wire rope replacement> Size for size as strong as wire > 1/7th the weight of wire> Similar elastic elongation to wire rope

> Torque free> Flexible> Easy to inspect> Easy to splice in the field> Floats

APPLICATIONS:VESSEL MOORING> First line ashore/emergency towing system> General working line> Primary mooring line

TUG> Face and wing wire> Mainline> Messenger line> Pendant > Winch line

SPECIFICATIONS:FIBRE: Dyneema®

SPECIFIC GRAVITY: 0.98 (floats) STANDARD COLOUR: Blue (also available by special order in red, green, and orange)

ELASTIC ELONGATION PERCENTAGEAt % of break strength10% .................0.46%20% .................0.70%30% .................0.96%SPLICE: 12-strand Class II

OFFSHORE> Lifting sling> Synthetic extension pendant> Working line

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113007 4 1,600 1,800 1.1

113008 5 2,200 2,400 1.5

110913 6 3,500 3,900 2.4

110540 8 5,600 6,200 4.0

110947 9 8,000 8,900 5.4

113010 11 9,800 10,800 6.2

110532 12 13,900 15,400 9.5

110917 14 16,500 18,400 11.8

110918 16 21,600 24,000 15.2

110919 18 26,300 29,200 19.8

110921 22 37,100 41,200 29.2

110922 24 44,500 49,400 32.4

110923 26 53,500 59,400 40.9

110924 28 60,400 67,100 47.5

110925 30 67,400 74,800 53.9

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113011 34 83,700 93,000 67.0

110927 36 93,100 103,000 76.9

110928 40 116,000 128,000 97.0

113012 42 125,000 139,000 106

110929 44 137,000 152,000 117

110930 48 156,000 173,000 129

110931 52 187,000 207,000 162

110932 56 219,000 244,000 173

113013 60 240,000 267,000 220

110934 64 270,000 300,000 248

110935 68 300,000 333,000 278

110936 72 340,000 377,000 307

113014 76 376,000 417,000 339

110937 80 411,000 457,000 357

113015 88 596,000 662,000 506

*Larger diameters of AmSteel®-Blue are available upon request

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*Due to our continued research and development of product performance, the specifications listed herein are subject to change. For the most current sizes, weights, and strengths, go to SamsonRope.com.

Dyneema® is a registered trademark of Royal DSM N.V.

Dyneema® is DSM’s high-performance polyethylene product.

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SAMSON WIRE REPLACEMENT OPTIONS

6x36 EIPS IWRC GRADE 1960

Same Size up 4–6mm* Same Strength Same Strength Same Strength

AMSTEEL®-BLUE SATURN-12 QUANTUM-12 QUANTUM-8 TURBO-75

Diameter (mm) 32mm 32mm 34mm 36mm 36mm 34mm

Weight per 100 m (kgs) 449kg 62.2kg 67.0kg 66.5kg 77.1kg 71.4kg

ISO 2307 Strength** (t) 77.9t 83.5t 93.0t 86.6t 83t 83.9t


Weight per 100 m (kgs) 538kg 67.0kg 76.9kg 74.4kg 90.3kg 88.5kg

ISO 2307 Strength** (t) 93.2t 93.0t 103t 103t 99.8t 95.3t


Weight per 100 m (kgs) 637kg 76.9kg 97.0kg 90.5kg 105kg 99.7kg

ISO 2307 Strength** (t) 110.5t 103t 128t 120t 115t 113t


Weight per 100 m (kgs) 774kg 97.0kg 117kg 118kg 137kg 120kg


Diameter (mm) 44.5mm 44mm 48mm 48mm 52mm 48mm

Weight per 100 m (kgs) 867kg 117kg 129kg 118kg 155kg 138kg


*For optimal performance, mitigating abrasion over a chock, Samson recommends AmSteel®-Blue in up 4–6mm over the wire rope you are replacing. **This standard replaces BS EN 919 and ISO 2307:1995 and is for unspliced strengths.

SAMSON LINE SELECTION

FACTORS TO CONSIDERA number of factors should be considered when selecting a Samson line, such as> intended use or application, > potential abrasion issues, > surface preparation, > rope design/construction, > chafe protection, > proper installation procedures, > inspection schedule, and > retirement criteria. Samson works with you to ensure that there is a comprehensive understanding of each of these considerations to en-sure a long service life and mitigate unnecessary failure.

UNDERSTANDING ABRASION Abrasion is one of the biggest culprits of line destruction. There are two types of abrasion: internal abrasion caused by the relative movement of internal and external yarns; and external abrasion caused by contact with external surfaces, such as roller and panama leads. External abrasion is usually easy to see on any rope, while internal abrasion is easier to inspect in a single-braid rope. When a rope moves over an abrasive surface, both factors contribute to causing the outer surface to move slower, while the internal fibres continue along their original path. Heat results from this type of friction and heat is an enemy of synthetic fibres.

MITIGATING THE EFFECTS OF ABRASIONVessels and equipment that have traditionally used wire rope often have sustained significant damaged caused by fishhooks, broken strands, etc., which come in contact with the deck and other equipment. These conditions can damage or significantly reduce the life expectancy of ropes made with Dyneema®. However, preventative measures can be taken to mitigate these issues by repairing all rope contact points to a smooth and consistent surface.

The addition of chafe protection utilised on the areas of the line most likely to suffer from abrasion is critical for the rope’s longevity. These are either sleeves that slide on the rope or spliced into a line, depending on the construction of the rope and its use.

ROPE DESIGN AND CONSTRUCTIONOne of the best ways to combat unforeseen situations and prevent failure is to select the line for the application. The advantages of nonjacketed lines are numerous: they are stronger than jacketed lines size for size and they are easy to inspect and repair. Unlike jacketed lines, which rupture in the areas that suffer the greatest abrasion and have to be replaced, only the chafe protection on a nonjacketed rope has to be replaced, saving time and money. A 12-strand mooring line system such as AmSteel®-Blue with Dynalene chafe protection provides the ultimate in cut and abrasion resistance, and the rope maintains its strength for the long-term.

Dyneema® is a registered trademark of Royal DSM N.V. Dyneema® is DSM’s high-performance polyethylene product.


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