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	Material Material

Fiberglass

Kevlar

Plastic

	Diameter Diameter

	Length Length

	Color Color

	Construction Construction

	Twisted
	Braided
	Braided Cover with Braided Core
	Braided with Hollow Core
	Braided Cover with Strand Core
	Braided with Wire Rope Core

	Breaking Strength Breaking Strength

	Attachment Type Attachment Type


Plain	Eye

Hook

	Application Application

Not for Lifting

For Lifting

	Maximum Temperature Maximum Temperature

	Container Type Container Type

	Trade Size Trade Size

	Capacity Capacity

4,000 lbs. or greater

	DFARS (Defense Acquisition Regulations Supplement) DFARS (Defense Acquisition Regulations Supplement)

DFARS Specialty Metals
COTS-Exempt

	Can Be Spliced Can Be Spliced

Yes

	RoHS (Restriction of Hazardous Substances) RoHS (Restriction of Hazardous Substances)

RoHS Compliant

	REACH (Registration, Evaluation, Authorization and Restriction of Chemicals) REACH (Registration, Evaluation, Authorization and Restriction of Chemicals)

REACH Compliant

	Container Size Container Size

	Specifications Met Specifications Met

Mil. Spec.

Fed. Spec.

	Cover Material Cover Material

Plastic

Cotton

	Coating Material Coating Material

Plastic

Wax

	Number of Core Strands Number of Core Strands

	Wire Diameter Wire Diameter

3/32"

1/8"

5/32"

	Hook Opening Hook Opening

237 Products

Twine and Thread

Wear-Resistant High-Strength Twine

The braided construction makes this twine more wear resistant and less likely to unravel than twisted twine.

Coated High-Strength Thread

The coating keeps the ends from fraying and acts as a lubricant during sewing.

Grip-Tight High-Strength Twine

The twisted construction lets you tightly grip this twine without it slipping.

High-Strength High-Temperature Thread

Five times stronger than steel wire, this Kevlar thread resists flames and withstands temperatures up to 600° F.

Chemical-Resistant High-Temperature Thread

This fiberglass thread has excellent chemical, ultraviolet, heat, and flame resistance and withstands temperatures up to 1000° F.

Clear Nylon Line

Also known as fishing line, this line is very thin, yet strong and wear resistant.

Weather- and Wear-Resistant Twine

With excellent resistance to UV rays and rot, this polyester twine is a great choice for outdoor use. It has a wear-resistant braided construction that makes it less likely to unravel.

Coated Weather-Resistant Thread

The coating keeps the ends from fraying and acts as a lubrcant during sewing. Made of polyester, thread is moisture and and UV resistant.

Grip-Tight Weather-Resistant Twine

Resistant to rot, mildew, oil, gas, and acid, this polypropylene twine lasts in the harshest conditions. The twisted construction lets you tightly grip it without it slipping.

Rope—Not for Lifting

Low-Stretch Flexible Rope—Not for Lifting

The core is polyester to give the rope stretch resistance.

Shock-Absorbing Flexible Rope—Not for Lifting

All-nylon construction allows this rope to compensate for sudden force.

Wet-Environment Grip-Tight Rope—Not for Lifting

This polypropylene rope floats in water, resists rot, and doesn’t lose strength when wet.

High-Strength Wet-Environment
Grip-Tight Rope—Not for Lifting

This rope is made of premium polypropylene for increased strength.

UV-Resistant Wet-Environment
Grip-Tight Rope—Not for Lifting

Also known as truck tie-down rope, this rope has added UV-ray inhibitors to protect it from deterioration when used outdoors.

Extra-Grip Wet-Environment
Grip-Tight Rope—Not for Lifting

A coarse, natural texture makes this rope easier to grip than other wet-environment rope.

Low-Stretch Grip-Tight Rope—Not for Lifting

This rope is polyester.

Lightweight Low-Stretch Grip-Tight Rope—Not for Lifting

Made of a polyester blend, this rope is approximately 15% lighter than standard polyester rope.

Comfort-Grip Low-Stretch
Grip-Tight Rope—Not for Lifting

The soft polyester cover is easy on your hands.

Shock-Absorbing Grip-Tight Rope—Not for Lifting

Use this nylon rope when you need to compensate for sudden force, such as in towing applications or dock lines.

Shock-Absorbing No-Flatten Rope—Not for Lifting

Use this nylon rope when you need to compensate for sudden force, such as in towing applications or dock lines.

Low-Stretch No-Flatten Rope—Not for Lifting

Choose this polyester rope for applications that require minimal stretch, such as tie-down applications.

Wet-Environment No-Flatten Rope—Not for Lifting

This polypropylene rope floats in water, resists rot, and doesn’t lose strength when wet.

Comfort-Grip Wear-Resistant Rope—Not for Lifting

Also known as sash cord, this rope has a soft cotton cover, so you can grip it without hurting your hands.

Low-Stretch Wear-Resistant Rope—Not for Lifting

Choose this polyester rope for applications that require minimal stretch, such as in tie-down applications.

High-Strength Shock-Absorbing
Wear-Resistant Rope—Not for Lifting

This rope shares the weight of a load between the inner core and outer cover, giving it added strength.

Comfort-Grip Shock-Absorbing
Wear-Resistant Rope—Not for Lifting

Also known as sash cord, this rope has a soft cotton cover, so you can grip it without hurting your hands.

Shock-Absorbing Reinforced
Wire-Core Rope—Not for Lifting

Often used with pulleys and sheaves, this nylon rope is more wear resistant than cotton, and has more stretch to help compensate for sudden force.

Easy-Splice Rope—Not for Lifting

Braided with a hollow core, this rope is easier to splice than other rope, so you can add a fitting or connect rope together.

Rope—For Lifting

Wet-Environment Easy-Splice Rope—For Lifting

Strong even when wet, this rope is a high-performance polyethylene comparable to Spectra.

Low-Stretch Easy-Splice Rope—For Lifting

For more control over your load, this rope is a high-performance polyester also known as Vectran, which has excellent resistance to stretch and slip.

Low-Stretch Wear-Resistant Rope—For Lifting

For more control over your load, this rope is a high-performance polyester also known as Vectran, which has excellent resistance to stretch and slip.

Wet-Environment Wear-Resistant Rope—For Lifting

Strong even when wet, this rope is a high-performance polyethylene comparable to Spectra.

Rope with Eyes

Rope with Eye on Both Ends—Not for Lifting

Rope has an eye on both ends to save time when attaching to tie downs and hooks.

Rope with Eye—Not for Lifting

Save time when attaching rope to tie downs and hooks.

Rope with Hook—Not for Lifting

This rope has a hook with a latch on one end for use with winches.

Conduit Threading Line

Use a blower or vacuum to insert this lightweight threading line into conduit or raceway, and attach it to your pulling rope to guide the rope.

	White
	Yellow
	Clear
	Fluorescent Orange
	Fluorescent Pink
	Fluorescent Yellow
	Black
	Beige
	White with Red Strands
	Orange
	Blue
	Green
	Brown
	Gray
	White with Blue Stripe
	Black with White Core
	Black with Reflective Strands
	Red
	Dark Pink
	Light Green
	Black with Orange Strands
	White with Green Strands
	White with Black and Red Strands
	White with Blue and Red Strands
	Light Blue with Green and Red Strands
	White with Blue Stripes
	White with Orange Strands
	White with Red Stripes
	Yellow with Black Stripes
	Yellow with Dark Pink Stripes

Twine and Thread

Wear-Resistant High-Strength Twine

Coated High-Strength Thread

Grip-Tight High-Strength Twine

High-Strength High-Temperature Thread

Chemical-Resistant High-Temperature Thread

Clear Nylon Line

Weather- and Wear-Resistant Twine

Coated Weather-Resistant Thread

Grip-Tight Weather-Resistant Twine

Rope—Not for Lifting

Low-Stretch Flexible Rope—Not for Lifting

Shock-Absorbing Flexible Rope—Not for Lifting

Wet-Environment Grip-Tight Rope—Not for Lifting

High-Strength Wet-EnvironmentGrip-Tight Rope—Not for Lifting

UV-Resistant Wet-EnvironmentGrip-Tight Rope—Not for Lifting

Extra-Grip Wet-EnvironmentGrip-Tight Rope—Not for Lifting

Low-Stretch Grip-Tight Rope—Not for Lifting

Lightweight Low-Stretch Grip-Tight Rope—Not for Lifting

Comfort-Grip Low-StretchGrip-Tight Rope—Not for Lifting

Shock-Absorbing Grip-Tight Rope—Not for Lifting

Shock-Absorbing No-Flatten Rope—Not for Lifting

Low-Stretch No-Flatten Rope—Not for Lifting

Wet-Environment No-Flatten Rope—Not for Lifting

Comfort-Grip Wear-Resistant Rope—Not for Lifting

Low-Stretch Wear-Resistant Rope—Not for Lifting

High-Strength Shock-AbsorbingWear-Resistant Rope—Not for Lifting

Comfort-Grip Shock-AbsorbingWear-Resistant Rope—Not for Lifting

Shock-Absorbing ReinforcedWire-Core Rope—Not for Lifting

Easy-Splice Rope—Not for Lifting

Rope—For Lifting

Wet-Environment Easy-Splice Rope—For Lifting

Low-Stretch Easy-Splice Rope—For Lifting

Low-Stretch Wear-Resistant Rope—For Lifting

Wet-Environment Wear-Resistant Rope—For Lifting

Rope with Eyes

Rope with Eye on Both Ends—Not for Lifting

Rope with Eye—Not for Lifting

Rope with Hook—Not for Lifting

Rope with Hook—Not for Lifting

Conduit Threading Line

Conduit Threading Line

High-Strength Wet-Environment
Grip-Tight Rope—Not for Lifting

UV-Resistant Wet-Environment
Grip-Tight Rope—Not for Lifting

Extra-Grip Wet-Environment
Grip-Tight Rope—Not for Lifting

Comfort-Grip Low-Stretch
Grip-Tight Rope—Not for Lifting

High-Strength Shock-Absorbing
Wear-Resistant Rope—Not for Lifting

Comfort-Grip Shock-Absorbing
Wear-Resistant Rope—Not for Lifting

Shock-Absorbing Reinforced
Wire-Core Rope—Not for Lifting