White rope with a red tracer: a polyester cover over a polyolefin core. Also called polydac or polydacron combination rope. Strong, low stretch and good value.
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Great for
- High strength and low stretch, with a soft, easy-handling cover.
- Abrasion and UV resistant for a long service life.
- Low stretch and a polyester cover that resists UV and abrasion.
- An economical bull rope for tree work and other demanding utility work.
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Specs
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| Diameter | Weight (Lbs / 100 Ft) | Breaking Strength (Lbs) | Safe Working Load Limit (Lbs) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1/4 | 1.7 | 1300 | 108 - 260 |
| 3/8 | 3.6 | 4040 | 336 - 808 |
| 1/2 | 6.5 | 5875 | 490 - 1175 |
| 5/8 | 9.5 | 8946 | 746 - 1790 |
| 3/4 | 12.5 | 10192 | 850 - 2038 |
| 1 | 22 | 17000 | 1416 - 3400 |
| 1-1/2 | 46 | 34000 | 2833 - 6800 |
| 2 | 82 | 62000 | 5166 - 12400 |
How it holds up
- WaterSinks
- Sun and wearVery good
- Rot, mildew and oilExcellent
Description
Polyester Combo Rope, also called polydac or polydacron combination rope, is a white 3 strand rope with a red tracer. It has a high-tenacity polyester cover over high strength polyolefin core yarns, so it's strong and low stretch, with a soft cover that's easy to handle and resists rubbing, sun, rot, mildew and petroleum products. It's used for rope nets, ropes courses, tire swings and battle ropes, and as an economical bull rope for tree work and other demanding utility jobs. Most polydac ropes float because they're mostly polypropylene, while ours sinks because it carries more polyester, the denser, stronger fiber. When you need more strength, step up to Double Braid Polyester.
- Sizes 1/4 in to 2 in
- White with a red tracer
- Sold for tree work as 3 Strand Arborist Bull Rope, 1/2 to 1 in
- Use a 5 to 1 safety factor: divide the breaking strength by 5 for the working load limit
Questions
About the rope
Does it float?
No. It sinks in water. Our combo rope has more polyester than most, and polyester is denser than polypropylene. Most other combination ropes float because they are mostly polypropylene.
How does it compare with 100% polyester?
The cover is polyester and the core is polyolefin, so it is not 100% polyester. If you want the heaviest rope, choose 3 Strand 100% Polyester. If you need a stronger rope, choose Double Braid Polyester.
Does it come in black?
Yes. We sell a Black Polyester Combo Rope for a different color.
Can I use it for a battle rope or tree work?
Yes. It makes a great battle rope and an economical bull rope for tree work.
