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Ready-to-Use All-Weather EPDM Bungee Cord Straps

These straps have holes on each end to accept a hook. Also known as tarp straps, they withstand sunlight and wet weather.

Warning: Never use for lifting applications.

	Overall Lg.	Max. Stretched Lg.	Material	Color		Each



		10"	18"	EPDM	Black	0000000	00000


		15"	27"	EPDM	Black	0000000	0000
		21"	36"	EPDM	Black	0000000	0000
		31"	54"	EPDM	Black	0000000	0000
		41"	66"	EPDM	Black	0000000	0000

All-Weather EPDM Straps

Also known as tarp strap, this rubber strap stands up to sunlight and wet weather. Use it by itself or add hooks to create a complete bungee cord. EPDM stretches up to three times its length.

Warning: Never use for lifting applications.

	Wd.	Material	Color	Choose a Length, ft.		Per Ft.



		1/2"	EPDM	Black	25 , 50 , 100 , 200	0000000	00000


		3/4"	EPDM	Black	25 , 50 , 100	0000000	0000

UV-Resistant Elastic Straps

This strap distributes pressure across a load and won't become brittle or hard after exposure to sunlight. Also known as shock cord, a polypropylene cover protects the inner elastic from abrasion. Use strap by itself or add fittings to create a complete bungee cord. It stretches up to 1.5 times its length.

Warning: Never use for lifting applications.

	Wd.	Material	Cover Material	Choose a Color	Choose a Length, ft.		Per Ft.



		5/8"	Latex	Polypropylene Fabric	Black , Yellow	10 , 25 , 50 , 100 , 200 , 500	0000000	00000


		3/4"	Latex	Polypropylene Fabric	Beige , Black/White	10 , 25 , 50 , 100 , 200 , 300	0000000	0000

Long-Lasting Polyurethane Cords

This cord can stretch up to two times its length and has excellent stretch recovery. It won't become brittle and stands up to oil, ozone, and salt water.

Warning: Never use for lifting applications.

	Dia.	Material	Choose a Color	Choose a Length, ft.		Per Ft.



		7/32"	Polyurethane Rubber	Black , Blue , Red , Yellow	10 , 25 , 50	000000	00000


		1/4"	Polyurethane Rubber	Black , Blue , Red , Yellow	10 , 25 , 50	000000	0000
		5/16"	Polyurethane Rubber	Black , Blue , Red , Yellow	5 , 10 , 25 , 50	000000	0000
		3/8"	Polyurethane Rubber	Black , Blue , Red , Yellow	5 , 10 , 25 , 50	000000	0000

Abrasion-Resistant Elastic Cords

Also known as shock cord, a fabric cover protects the inner elastic from abrasion. Use cord by itself or add fittings to create a complete bungee cord. It stretches up to 1.5 times its length.

Warning: Never use for lifting applications.

	Dia.	Material	Cover Material	Choose a Color	Choose a Length, ft.		Per Ft.



		3/32"	Latex	Polypropylene Fabric	Black , Blue , Green , Red , Yellow	50 , 100 , 200 , 500	0000000	00000


		1/8"	Latex	Polypropylene Fabric	Black , Blue , Green , Red , Yellow	50 , 100 , 200 , 500	0000000	0000
		3/16"	Latex	Polypropylene Fabric	Black , Blue , Green , Red , Yellow	50 , 100 , 200 , 500	0000000	0000
		1/4"	Latex	Polypropylene Fabric	Varies	50 , 100 , 200 , 500	000000	0000
		5/16"	Latex	Polypropylene Fabric	Varies	25 , 50 , 100 , 200 , 300 , 500	000000	0000
		3/8"	Latex	Polypropylene Fabric	Varies	25 , 50 , 100 , 200 , 300	000000	0000
		1/2"	Latex	Polypropylene Fabric	Varies	10 , 25 , 50 , 100 , 200 , 300	000000	0000
		5/8"	Latex	Polypropylene Fabric	Varies	2 , 5 , 10 , 25 , 50 , 100	0000000	0000
		3/4"	Latex	Polypropylene Fabric	Varies	2 , 5 , 10 , 25 , 50 , 100	0000000	0000

All-Weather EPDM Cords

Also known as tarp strap, this rubber cord stands up to sunlight and wet weather. Use cord by itself or add hooks to create a complete bungee cord. EPDM stretches up to three times its length.

Warning: Never use for lifting applications.

	Dia.	Material	Color	Choose a Length, ft.		Per Ft.



		5/16"	EPDM	Black	25 , 50 , 100	0000000	00000


		7/16"	EPDM	Black	25 , 50 , 100 , 200 , 600	0000000	0000

UV-Resistant Elastic Cords

This cord won't become brittle or hard after exposure to sunlight. Also known as bungee cord and shock cord, a polypropylene cover protects the inner elastic from abrasion. Use by itself or add fittings to create a complete bungee cord. It stretches up to 1.5 times its length.

Warning: Never use for lifting applications.

	Dia.	Material	Cover Material	Color	Choose a Length, ft.		Per Ft.



		3/32"	Latex	Polypropylene Fabric	Blue/White	50 , 100 , 200 , 500	0000000	00000


		1/8"	Latex	Polypropylene Fabric	Blue/White	50 , 100 , 200 , 500	0000000	0000
		3/16"	Latex	Polypropylene Fabric	Blue/White	50 , 100 , 200 , 500	0000000	0000
		1/4"	Latex	Polypropylene Fabric	Blue/White	25 , 50 , 100 , 200 , 500	0000000	0000
		5/16"	Latex	Polypropylene Fabric	Blue/White	25 , 50 , 100 , 200 , 500	0000000	0000
		3/8"	Latex	Polypropylene Fabric	Blue/White	25 , 50 , 100 , 200 , 300	0000000	0000
		1/2"	Latex	Polypropylene Fabric	Blue/White	10 , 25 , 50 , 100 , 200 , 300	0000000	0000
		5/8"	Latex	Polypropylene Fabric	Black/White	2 , 5 , 10 , 25 , 50 , 100	0000000	0000
		3/4"	Latex	Polypropylene Fabric	Black/White	2 , 5 , 10 , 25 , 50 , 100	0000000	0000

Mil. Spec. Elastic Cords

This cotton-covered elastic cord meets MIL-C-5651. It stretches up to two times its length. The cord's color indicates the year and quarter of manufacture.

Warning: Never use for lifting applications.

	Dia.	Material	Cover Material	Color	Lg., ft.		Each



		1/8"	Latex	Cotton Fabric	Varies	10	0000000	00000


		1/8"	Latex	Cotton Fabric	Varies	50	0000000	00000
		3/16"	Latex	Cotton Fabric	Varies	10	0000000	0000
		3/16"	Latex	Cotton Fabric	Varies	50	0000000	00000
		1/4"	Latex	Cotton Fabric	Varies	10	0000000	00000
		1/4"	Latex	Cotton Fabric	Varies	50	0000000	00000
		5/16"	Latex	Cotton Fabric	Varies	10	0000000	00000
		5/16"	Latex	Cotton Fabric	Varies	50	0000000	000000
		3/8"	Latex	Cotton Fabric	Varies	10	0000000	00000
		3/8"	Latex	Cotton Fabric	Varies	50	0000000	000000

Salt-Water-Resistant Elastic Cords

Suitable for marine environments, this cord has a nylon cover to resist corrosion from salt water and chlorine. Use cord by itself or add hooks to create a complete bungee cord. It stretches up 1.5 times its length.

Warning: Never use for lifting applications.

	Dia.	Material	Cover Material	Color	Choose a Length, ft.		Per Ft.



		3/32"	Latex	Nylon Fabric	Black/White	50 , 100 , 200 , 500	0000000	00000


		1/8"	Latex	Nylon Fabric	Black/White	50 , 100 , 200 , 500	0000000	0000
		3/16"	Latex	Nylon Fabric	Black/White	50 , 100 , 200 , 500	0000000	0000
		1/4"	Latex	Nylon Fabric	Black/White	25 , 50 , 100 , 200 , 500	0000000	0000
		5/16"	Latex	Nylon Fabric	Black/White	25 , 50 , 100 , 200 , 500	0000000	0000
		3/8"	Latex	Nylon Fabric	Black/White	10 , 25 , 50 , 100 , 200 , 300	0000000	0000
		1/2"	Latex	Nylon Fabric	Black/White	10 , 25 , 50 , 100 , 200 , 300	0000000	0000
		5/8"	Latex	Nylon Fabric	Black/White	2 , 5 , 10 , 25 , 50 , 100	0000000	0000
		3/4"	Latex	Nylon Fabric	Black/White	2 , 5 , 10 , 25 , 50 , 100	0000000	0000

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