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Comparative characteristics of various fibers used in ropes manufactured
by Bevis Rope.
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NYLON
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POLYESTER
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POLYPROPYLENE
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MANILA
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SISAL
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COTTON
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Tenacity (grams/denier)
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9.0
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8.55
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6.5
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5-6.0
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4-5.0
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2-3.0
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Strength: Wet vs. Dry
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85-90%
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100%
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100%
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up to 120%
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up to 120%
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up to 120%
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Floats
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No
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No
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Yes
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No
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No
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No
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Resistance to Rot, Mildew and Chemicals
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Yes
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Yes
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Yes
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No
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No
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No
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Degradation:
Resistance to UV in Sunlight
Resistance to Aging for Properly Stored Rope
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Good
Excellent
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Excellent
Excellent
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Good
Good
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Good
Good
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Good
Good
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Good
Good
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Rope Shock Load Absorption Ability
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Excellent
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Good
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Very Good
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Poor
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Poor
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Very Poor
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Elongation at:
20% of break Strength
75% of break Strength
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20-25%
42%
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16-18%
29%
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18-22%
37%
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10-12%
19%
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10-12%
19%
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Common Uses
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Tie Downs,
Lashing and Load Binding
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Pulling, Stretching, Lashing, Binding
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Tie Downs,
Lashing and Load Binding
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Winches,
Capstans,
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Recycling , Bundling, Gardening
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Lead Line,
Animal Halters,
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