Rope Characteristics

PolyPlus Braid is a single braided rope constructed of high tenacity Dacron® plied over “para-ep” polyolefin in each individual strand. A unique plying technique optimizes abrasion resistance. The “para-ep” provides body to the rope and enhances its handling characteristics, while keeping the weight to a minimum. Poly Plus is the strongest single braid polyester/polyolefin blend available.

Specific Gravity: -1.25


 
Diam. Inches Average Break Strength Pounds Minimum Break Strength Pounds Max Working Load 5:1 Weight Pounds per 100 ft.
3/8 4,500 4,050 900 3.5
7/16 6,000 5,400 1,200 4.4
1/2 8,500 7,650 1,700 6.2
9/16 10,250 9,225 2,050 6.9
5/8 12,000 10,800 2,400 8.8
3/4 17,000 15,300 3,400 13.8
7/8 21,100 18,990 3,220 17.5

Elastic Elongation

The coloured area under the curve represents the rope’s energy absorption capability.

Green working 440 ft. lbs/lb
Red ultimate 10,110 ft. lbs/lb.

Dielectric Strength

The maximum allowable leakage for new dry Poly Plus Braid is 1.00 milliamperes at 60K DC Volts when tested in accordance with Yale Cordage Test Method DTP-185. Caution: Absorbed and entrained moisture or impurities will dramatically increase a rope's conductivity.

Yale Poly Plus is made in accordance with Yale specification #YCI-P12-004