Government Safety Orange Tree Rope
Halyards, Jib Lines, Control Lines.A 3-strand twisted rope manufactured from 100% Polyester and saturated in vinyl to give 70% to 120% increase in abrasion resistance. This exclusive Buccaneer treatment is not just a coating but a complete saturation greatly improving abrasion resistance all through the rope.
Government Safety Orange Tree Rope
| Diameter | Circumference | Tensile Strength Lbs | Lbs. Per 100' | Working Load |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1/2" | 1-1/8" | 6,400 | 8.0 | 640 |
| 5/8" | 2" | 10,000 | 13.0 | 1,000 |
| 3/4" | 2-1/4" | 12,500 | 17.5 | 1,250 |
Rope Safety Considerations
New Rope Tensile Strengths: New rope tensile strengths are based on tests in accordance with ASTM Test Method D-4268 on new and unused rope in laboratory condition.
Working Loads: Working loads are for rope in good condition with approximate splices, in non-critical applications, under normal service conditions. Working loads should be exceeded only with expert knowledge of conditions and professional estimates of risk. Working loads should be reduced where life, limb, or valuable property is involved, or for exceptional service conditions such as shock loads, sustained loads, etc.
The Cordage Institute specifies that the Safe Working Load of rope shall be determined by dividing the Minimum Tensile Strength by the Safety Factor. Safety factors range from 5 to 12 percent for non-critical uses.