Rope Selection Guide
Polypropylene | Nylon | Polyester | Cotton | Manila/Sisal/Jute | Clothesline | |
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Strength | ![]() ![]() ![]() |
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Floats or Sinks in Water | Floats | Sinks | Sinks | Sinks | Sinks | Sinks |
Melting Point | 330°F | 480°F | 500°F | Burns | Burns | 500°F |
Abrasion Resistance | ![]() ![]() |
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Resistance to Sunlight | ![]() ![]() |
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Resistance to Oil and Gas | ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() |
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Store Wet or Dry | Wet or Dry | Wet or Dry | Wet or Dry | Dry Only | Dry Only | Wet or Dry |
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Reference Chart
Trade Size | Imperial Size |
#3 | 3/32″ |
#4 | 1/8″ |
#4.5 | 9/64″ |
#5 | 5/32″ |
#6 | 3/16″ |
#7 | 7/32″ |
#8 | 1/4″ |
#10 | 5/16″ |
#12 | 3/8″ |
Rope Construction Guide
Double Diamond Braid | Diamond Braid | Twisted | Smooth Braid | Hollow Core | |
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Flattens Under Load | No | Yes | No | No | Yes |
Rotates Under Load | No | No | Yes | No | No |
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Comparisons
Solid Braid | = | Smooth Braid |
Sash Cord | = | Cotton or Polypropylene Cord |
Derby Rope | = | Solid/Smooth Braid Polypropylene |
Double Braid is NOT the same as Diamond Braid | ||
Seine Twine | = | Diamond Braid Twine |
Mason’s Line | = | Twisted Twine |
Maypole | = | Diamond Braid |