Properties of Polypropylene Rope

 

 

There’s a lot of science behind the manufacture of polypropylene, but we’re going to focus on the properties of polypropylene rope – in particular split film, yarn construction and staple spun.

 

So, here’s a few key points:

 

Uses – polypropylene is a general purpose rope most commonly used for pulling, lashing, securing and general tying across a wide range of industries; including telecommunications, engineering, construction, agriculture and marine (polypropylene floats). They are also widely used for DIY projects and for a host of land and water based leisure activities.

 

Choice – polypropylene ropes are available in a wide choice of diameters, colours (great hi vis properties) and lengths. They are sold as shorter length mini coils, large coils up to 220m and large reels (in various diameters) up to 500m length.

 

Great value – polypropylene ropes, particularly commercial grade split film, are comparatively inexpensive when compared to ropes of other synthetic and natural constructions.

 

Strength – although polypropylene ropes are light in weight, their manufacture from three strand polymer films provides good tensile strength and durable long life.

 

Resistance – polypropylene is resistant to abrasion, to extreme weather conditions, to water and organisms within the water, to heat, to rot and mildew, to most chemicals and solvents, and it stores well even in the dampest conditions.

 

Environmental impacts – polypropylene is regarded as having one of the lowest impacts of any synthetic materials. Polypropylene is widely recycled and can be combusted without production of toxic gases.

 

Kendon Rope and Twine’s expert team is here to help you with any rope enquiry. Always make sure the ropes you buy are covered by certificates of conformity and are fit for purpose. For example, our commercial grade split film polypropylene rope is not suitable for lifting.