Polyester rope

Description

Our durable, solid braided polyester rope makes a great rope for many outdoor uses. Our solid braids are made from polyester fibers braided in a lock-stitch design to keep it from unraveling. This round, firm cord is flexible, ties and knots well, and stretches very little compared to solid braid nylon. Solid braid rope is superior in some ways to a 3 strand twisted rope since it is torque free and smoother over pulleys and other surfaces.

Storage and rope care

All rope should be stored clean, dry, out of direct sunlight, and away from extreme heat. Cordage should be stored in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated warehouse. It should be kept off the floor, on racks to provide ventilation underneath. Never store on a concrete or dirt floor, and under no circumstances should cordage and acid or alkalines be kept in the same building. Natural fiber rope mildews and decays if stored wet. Do not store rope in direct sunlight. Some synthetic rope (particularly polypropylene and polyethylene) may be severely weakened by prolonged exposure to ultraviolet (UV) rays unless specifically stabilized and/or pigmented to increase its UV resistance. UV degradation is indicated by discoloration and the presence of splinters and slivers on the surface of the rope.