HMPE GOLD
Setting new standards
High Modulus PolyEthylene rope is one of the strongest, most durable and innovative ropes on the market today. The rope is made from ultra-high molecular weight polyethylene.
The individual HMPE rope yarns are impregnated with a durable coating to reduce abrasion and extend the service life. The strength of HMPE rope is comparable diameter/diameter to steel wire rope. Available in two varieties: Single braided and cover braided rope.
- Superior strength/mass ratio
- Low elongation for reduced snap-back
- No shrinkage when wet – no water absorption
- Exceptional flex fatigue life
- Excellent abrasion resistance
- Torque free
- OCIMF approved product
Construction
Single braided with polyurethane coating:
12-strand (12×1)
8-strand (4×2)
Cover braided:
12-strand or 8-strand braided and PU impregnated core
with 24- or 32-strand braided HT polyester cover Optional HMPE braided and PU impregnated cover available.
The outer braided cover protects and compacts the load-bearing core.
Standard colour
Silver – single braided
White – polyester cover braided
Other colours on request
Properties
Relative density – Single braided: 0,97 (floats)
Cover braided will vary from 0,97 to 1,15 depending on cover type
Temperature resistance – Melting point 150°C
UV resistance – Excellent – fully stabilized
Extension – 4,5% at break (new rope). reduces to 2% (worked rope)
Flexibility – Light weight and exible for easy handling – good shape retention
Chemical resistance – HMPE excellent. Polyester limited to alkalis
Length measured under reference tension according to ISO 9554. Minimum breaking load measured according to ISO 2307.
Spliced ropes will on average have 10% lower minimum breaking load. Figures and information are for guidance purpose only.
Typical applications
Winch lines – mooring lines – tow lines – tug assist lines – deep water lift lines – pipe pull lines – wire rope replacements – heavy duty slings – shing lines – oceanographic/ seismic cables – adjustable slings – Chinese fingers
