1.PHOTOS
2. Main performance
Material | Polyamide Multifilament | Polyamide Yarn | Polypropylene Multifilament | Polypropylene | Polyester | Polypropylene and Polyester Mixed |
Spec.Density | 1.14 no floating | 1.14 not floating | 0.91 no floating | 0.91 Floating | 1.27 no floating | 0.95 Floating |
Melting Point | 215℃ | 215℃ | 165℃ | 165℃ | 260℃ | 165℃/260℃ |
Abrasion Resistance | Very Good | Very Good | Medium | Medium | Good | Good |
U.V.Resistance | Very Good | Very Good | Medium | Medium | Good | Good |
Temperature resistance | 120℃max | 120℃max | 70℃max | 70℃max | 120℃max | 80℃max |
Chemical resistance | Very Good | Very Good | Good | Good | Good | Good |
3.Technology Comparison
Coil length: 220m
Spliced strength:± 10% lower
Weight and length tolerance:± 5%
MBL=Minimum Breaking Load conform ISO 2307
Other sizes available upon request
4.Parameter Table
Specification 规格 | PA Multifilament 锦纶复丝 | PAYarn 锦纶 | PP Multifilament 丙纶长丝 | Polypropylene 丙纶 | Polyester 涤纶 | PET/PP Mixed 丙纶/涤纶混合绳 |
Dia. | Cir | Ktex | KN | Ktex | KN | Ktex | KN | Ktex | KN | Ktex | KN | Ktex | KN |
直径 | 圆 周 | 线密度 | 破断强力 | 线密度 | 破断强力 | 线密度 | 破断强力 | 线密度 | 破断强力 | 线密度 | 破断强力 | 线密度 | 破断强力 |
4 | 1/2 | 10 | 3.7 | 10 | 2.6 | 6.3 | 2.3 | 6 | 2.1 | 12 | 2.9 | 7.0 | 2.8 |
6 | 3/4 | 22 | 7.9 | 22 | 6 | 18 | 6.5 | 17 | 5.9 | 27 | 5.6 | 17.5 | 6.8 |
8 | 1 | 40 | 13.8 | 40 | 10.9 | 32 | 11.4 | 30 | 10.4 | 48 | 10.0 | 31 | 11.9 |
10 | 1-1/4 | 62 | 21.2 | 62 | 15.7 | 47 | 16.8 | 45 | 15.3 | 76 | 15.6 | 48.5 | 18.2 |
12 | 1-1/2 | 89 | 30.1 | 89 | 24.1 | 68 | 23.9 | 65 | 21.7 | 110 | 22.3 | 69.9 | 25.7 |
14 | 1-3/4 | 121 | 40.0 | 121 | 33.0 | 95 | 32.9 | 90 | 29.9 | 148 | 31.2 | 95.1 | 34.7 |
16 | 2 | 158 | 51.9 | 158 | 42.5 | 121 | 40.7 | 115 | 37.0 | 195 | 39.8 | 124 | 44.8 |
18 | 2-1/4 | 200 | 64.3 | 200 | 53.9 | 155 | 51.9 | 148 | 47.2 | 245 | 49.8 | 157 | 56.1 |
20 | 2-1/2 | 247 | 79.2 | 247 | 66.7 | 189 | 62.6 | 180 | 56.9 | 303 | 62.3 | 194 | 68.7 |
22 | 2-3/4 | 299 | 94.0 | 299 | 80.4 | 231 | 75.0 | 220 | 68.2 | 367 | 74.7 | 235 | 82.1 |
24 | 3 | 355 | 112 | 355 | 93.6 | 273 | 87.7 | 260 | 79.7 | 437 | 89.6 | 279 | 96.3 |
26 | 3-1/4 | 417 | 129 | 417 | 111.5 | 320 | 101 | 305 | 92.2 | 512 | 105 | 328 | 113 |
28 | 3-1/2 | 484 | 149 | 484 | 127 | 373 | 115 | 355 | 105 | 594 | 120 | 380 | 130 |
30 | 3-3/4 | 555 | 169 | 555 | 143 | 425 | 132 | 405 | 120 | 682 | 134 | 437 | 148 |
32 | 4 | 632 | 192 | 632 | 161 | 483 | 146 | 460 | 132 | 778 | 154 | 497 | 167 |
36 | 4 - 1/ 2 | 800 | 240 | 800 | 200 | 614 | 182 | 585 | 166 | 982 | 190 | 629 | 210 |
40 | 5 | 987 | 294 | 987 | 241 | 756 | 221 | 720 | 201 | 1215 | 235 | 776 | 257 |
44 | 5-1/2 | 1190 | 351 | 1190 | 289 | 924 | 266 | 880 | 242 | 1468 | 275 | 939 | 308 |
48 | 6 | 1420 | 412 | 1420 | 338 | 1092 | 308 | 1040 | 280 | 1750 | 329 | 1110 | 364 |
52 | 6-1/2 | 1670 | 479 | 1670 | 393 | 1281 | 357 | 1220 | 325 | 2050 | 384 | 1320 | 424 |
56 | 7 | 1930 | 550 | 1930 | 450 | 1491 | 408 | 1420 | 371 | 2380 | 439 | 1520 | 489 |
Premium polypropylene (PP) resin pellets—selected for high tensile
strength, marine-grade chemical resistance, and low water
absorption—are used as the base material. First, the resin is
melted in an extruder at a controlled temperature (180–220°C) to
form continuous PP filaments. These filaments are then drawn into multifilament bundles (groups of fine, interconnected filaments) to enhance flexibility
and strength. The bundles undergo a surface cleaning process to
remove residual oils or impurities, ensuring consistent adhesion in
subsequent braiding steps. Only filaments meeting strict diameter
and tensile standards are retained for rope production.
The cleaned PP multifilament bundles are fed into a stranding
machine to create 8 uniform precursor strands. Each bundle is
twisted at a precise tension and twist rate (calibrated for PP’s
material properties) to form cohesive, durable strands—this
twisting process prevents filament separation and ensures the
strands hold their shape during braiding. For larger diameters
(68mm, 88mm, 120mm), additional multifilament bundles are
incorporated into each strand to achieve the required thickness,
while maintaining consistency across all 8 strands. The 8 finished
strands are wound onto synchronized bobbins, ready for the braiding
stage.
The 8 strand bobbins are loaded onto a large-scale circular braiding machine (equipped with adjustable tension controls for diameter
customization). The machine interlaces the 8 strands in a tight,
interlocking braided pattern—for smaller diameters (48mm), the
strands are woven with higher tension to create a dense structure;
for larger diameters (88mm, 120mm), the braiding speed is adjusted
and strand spacing is optimized to maintain uniformity without
compromising strength. Throughout braiding, real-time diameter
monitoring (via laser gauges) ensures the rope meets exact
specifications (48mm, 68mm, 88mm, 120mm) — critical for
compatibility with ship mooring hardware (cleats, winches,
bollards).
After braiding, the rope undergoes a heat-setting process to eliminate residual stress and lock in structural stability. The
rope is passed through a controlled hot-air oven (80–100°C) at a
slow, steady speed—this prevents shrinkage or deformation when
exposed to marine temperature fluctuations (e.g., hot deck surfaces
or cold seawater). For larger diameters (120mm), additional
heat-setting passes may be used to ensure the inner core
(integrated with the 8 outer strands) is fully stabilized.
Post-heat-setting, the rope is cooled in ambient air to retain its
shape and strength.
To enhance performance in ship mooring environments, the rope
receives two key treatments:
- Abrasion-Resistant Coating: A thin, flexible PP-compatible polymer coating is applied to the
rope’s surface. This coating reinforces resistance to friction from
ship hulls, concrete docks, or metal hardware—common sources of
wear in mooring applications—without compromising flexibility.
- UV and Chemical Inhibition: The rope is dipped in a UV-stabilizing solution (containing
benzophenone-based additives) and dried in a ventilated chamber.
This treatment prevents PP fiber brittleness and color fading from
prolonged sun exposure. Additionally, a hydrophobic agent is
applied to further reduce water absorption (PP is inherently
low-absorbency, but this step enhances performance in heavy rain or
salt spray).
The treated rope is trimmed to standard lengths (e.g., 20m, 50m,
100m) or custom lengths based on ship requirements. Each rope is
then subjected to rigorous quality checks tailored to its diameter:
- Tensile Strength Testing: Using a hydraulic load machine, ropes are tested to ensure they
meet load-bearing standards (e.g., 48mm ropes for small ships,
120mm ropes for large cargo vessels).
- Diameter Consistency: Calibrated calipers measure the rope at multiple points to
confirm it stays within ±1mm of the target size
(48mm/68mm/88mm/120mm).
- Water Absorption Test: Ropes are submerged in saltwater for 24 hours; only those with
<1% weight gain (a hallmark of high-quality PP) pass.
- Abrasion Resistance Test: Ropes are rubbed against a concrete surface (simulating dock
contact) for 1,000 cycles—fraying or strand damage results in
rejection.
Qualified ropes are wound onto corrosion-resistant steel or
high-density polyethylene (HDPE) spools (sized to match rope
diameter: smaller spools for 48mm, larger heavy-duty spools for
120mm). Each spool is wrapped in moisture-proof, UV-protective
plastic film to prevent damage during transit. Labels are affixed
to indicate key details: “8-Strand Multifilament PP Mooring Rope,”
diameter (48mm/68mm/88mm/120mm), tensile strength, length, and “For
Ship Use.” This packaging ensures the rope arrives in
ready-to-deploy condition for shipyards or maritime operations.
This rope is designed specifically for ship mooring, with diameters tailored to vessel type and load requirements:
- 48mm Rope: Ideal for small to medium-sized vessels, including fishing boats,
tugboats, and recreational yachts (10–20m in length). Used to
secure vessels to docks, buoys, or port pilings in calm to
moderately rough coastal waters—its compact size ensures easy
handling while providing sufficient strength for lighter mooring
loads.
- 68mm Rope: Suited for mid-sized commercial vessels, such as cargo ships
(20–40m), ferries, and offshore supply boats. Handles higher
mooring tensions from wind and waves, making it suitable for port
operations (loading/unloading) or temporary mooring in offshore
anchorages.
- 88mm Rope: For large commercial ships, including container ships (40–60m),
bulk carriers, and cruise ships (small to mid-sized). Used as
primary mooring lines or backup lines, it withstands heavy dynamic
loads (e.g., strong tides or vessel movement during cargo transfer)
and is compatible with large-scale mooring hardware (heavy-duty
cleats, winches).
- 120mm Rope: Reserved for extra-large vessels, such as large container ships
(over 60m), oil tankers (small to mid-sized), and naval auxiliary
ships. Serves as main mooring hawser lines in busy ports or
offshore terminals—its exceptional strength and thickness ensure
stability even in harsh marine conditions (high winds, rough seas).
In maritime ports and dock facilities, the rope is used to
stabilize infrastructure critical to ship operations:
- Securing floating docks, gangways, or loading platforms to fixed
pilings—prevents shifting during ship berthing or cargo handling.
For example, 68mm or 88mm ropes are used to anchor floating loading
ramps for trucks or forklifts accessing ships.
- Reinforcing temporary barriers (e.g., around construction zones in
ports) to prevent accidental collisions with ships or equipment.
48mm ropes are often used for lighter barriers, while 120mm ropes
secure heavy-duty safety barriers.
It serves as a reliable backup for emergency maritime scenarios:
- Emergency Anchoring: When a ship’s primary anchor line fails, 68mm–88mm ropes are
deployed as temporary anchor lines to secure the vessel to a buoy
or another ship—preventing drifting in open water or near hazards
(reefs, rocks).
- Light-to-Medium Towing: 48mm–68mm ropes are used to tow small vessels (e.g., disabled
fishing boats) to safety in calm coastal waters. The rope’s low
stretch and high strength ensure stable towing without straining
the towed or towing vessel.
On ship decks, the rope is used to secure equipment and cargo
during voyages:
- Tying down deck-mounted gear, such as lifeboats, navigation buoys,
or maintenance tools—prevents shifting during rough seas. 48mm
ropes are ideal for lighter gear, while 88mm–120mm ropes secure
heavier equipment (e.g., small cranes or cargo containers).
- Securing temporary cargo (e.g., pallets of supplies, spare parts)
on deck—its smooth multifilament surface avoids damaging cargo
packaging, and its water resistance prevents degradation from salt
spray.
In offshore construction projects (e.g., building wind farms, oil
rigs), the rope assists in securing temporary structures:
- Anchoring small offshore platforms (e.g., worker accommodation
modules or equipment storage units) to the seabed. 68mm–88mm ropes
are used here, as they balance strength and flexibility for dynamic
offshore conditions.
- Guiding and stabilizing construction materials (e.g., pipes,
concrete blocks) during transport from ships to construction
sites—120mm ropes handle the heaviest loads, ensuring materials
stay on course in rough waters.