Catalago Sanson Rope PDF

Industrial Catalog
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Company Profile
History of Excellence
AmSteel -Blue made with Dyneema fiber. AmSteel -Blue has
become the industry standard for many applications, and more
of this product is in use around the world than any other highperformance synthetic rope.
With a record of more than 130 years of creating quality and

innovative products, Samson is a proven leader in the cordage
industry. Today Samson is the leading high-performance
cordage company with over 250 employees, and more than
200,000 square-feet of synthetic rope manufacturing space.
Samson also boasts sales of more high-performance rope
products than any other company in the world.
Samson has continued to pioneer new technology, utilizing

the most advanced fibers, coatings, and constructions. Our
investment in research and development is unparalleled in
the industry, with PhDs and engineers on staff, and the most
advanced testing equipment. This investment has led to the
creation of even more innovative products in the 21st century.
In recent years, Samson has developed:
Samson was founded in 1878, and the companys famed

trademark depicting Samson slaying a lion was registered
in 1884, the oldest active registered trademark in the United
States. The companys association with the strength of the
biblical character came from its first innovation, the unique
concept of incorporating reinforcement cores in braided ropes,
significantly improving product performance.
> DPX, a proprietary fiber technology,

incorporating high-strength Dyneema fiber with
spun polyester to provide a higher coefficient of
friction for better grip. From this development
came a line of patented DPX technology rope
products including, Quantum-8, Quantum-12,
and DPX- 75, for use as high-performance
working lines.
Samson took a huge leap forward in 1957 by inventing the

synthetic double-braided rope. Actually two ropes in one, this
product covered a braided core rope with a braided sheath.
By utilizing high-strength nylon, polyester, and polypropylene
fibers in this patented construction, Samson was able to
manufacture ropes far stronger, more durable, and easier to
handle than the technology of the day, which was 3-strand
twisted ropes. This development revolutionized the use of rope
in many applications, from the commercial fishing markets
of the Pacific Northwest, to the U.S. Navy, to the offshore oil
industry. In 1972, Samsons Nystron double braid became the
first synthetic-fiber rope used in a single point mooring in the
North Sea.
> A patented heat-resistant coating and rope

design, to replace steel wire as emergency
tow-off pendants in fire situations.
> A patented reduced-recoil rope, designed for use
in applications such as mooring, where recoil
upon breaking poses a risk to personnel.
With its commitment to innovation, service, and quality, Samson
continues a deep tradition of providing long-term value to its
customers. Its all part of what we call The Samson Advantage.
Our customers call it peace of mind.
In the 1980s Samson continued to pioneer new technologies,

introducing the first high-modulus polyethylene (HMPE)
ropes using Spectra fiber, with strengths 3 to 4 times that
of conventional nylon and polyester fiber. In 1995 Samson
partnered with DSM Dyneema , and in 1996 introduced
SSR-100-3 3-S Pg. 19
Quik-Splice 12-S Pg. 11
Quantum-12 12-S Pg. 11
PTS-12 Nylon 12-S Pg. 10
Pro-Set-3 3-S Pg. 18
Pro-Master 3-S Pg. 18
Nystron DB Pg. 15
ML-12 12-S Pg. 10
Dura-Plex 12-S Pg. 9
Chafe Protection Pg. 22
AmSteel-Blue 12-S Pg. 8
AmSteel II Plus DB Pg. 14
AmSteel II DB Pg. 14
AmSteel 12-S Pg. 8
Product Guide (listed alphabetically)
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Table of Contents
High-Performance
Synthetic Fiber Ropes................... 6
TECHNOLOGY
12-Strand Construction
Samson pushes the forefront of fiber, coating, and rope construction

technologies to bring unmatched innovations to market.
> Most advanced Research & Development team in the industry
> Accurate, reliable product specifications based on rigorous
testing and measuring
> Extensive library of technical resources, case studies,
and white papers
AmSteel (870)................................... 8
AmSteel-Blue (872)........................... 8
Dura-Plex (360/860).......................... 9
PTS -12 Nylon (820).......................... 10
ML-12 (815)..................................... 10
Quantum-12 (873)............................ 11
Quik-Splice (335)............................. 11
Tech-12 (890)................................... 12
Tenex (826)...................................... 12
Tenex-TEC (825)............................... 13
Validator-12 (446)............................. 13
PRODUCTS
Samson works closely with customers so they always receive products
that are specifically designed to meet the demands of their application.
> High performancelightweight synthetic ropes replace wire
rope, chain, or other commodity synthetics
> Cost effectiveproducts improve efficiency, reduce the cost
of operations, and provide long-term value
> Safereasier-to-handle, lighter products mean safer
working conditions
Double-Braid Construction
SERVICE
Samson offers world-class service and support wherever you need it.
Before you place your order until long after the rope is deployed, Samson
sales and engineering staff are on your job site or vessel to provide
technical support and customized solutions.
> Technical consultation to ensure we supply the product that
best suits your needs
> On-site training in usage, inspection, handling, and retirement
criteria
> Comprehensive technical support materials: owners manuals,
technical bulletins, inspection and repair instructions,
retirement criteria, splicing instructions, and much more at
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AmSteel II (574/874)......................
AmSteel II Plus (575/875)..............
Nystron (591/891)............................
Stable Braid (506/806).....................
Super Strong (472)..........................
Turbo-75 (864).................................
Ultra-Tech (443)...............................
Validator II (447)..............................
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3-Strand Construction
Pro-Master (168)..............................
Pro-Set-3 (170)................................
SSR-100-3 (200)..............................
SSR-1200-3 (220)............................
Ultra Blue-3 (130).............................
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MANUFACTURING
Both of Samsons state-of-the-art facilities operate the most modern
equipment available and are strategically located near major shipping
ports.
> Plants are ISO certified and utilize LEAN manufacturing
principles
> Lafayette, Louisiana facility is easily accessible to the
Gulf of Mexico and the offshore engineering community
> Ferndale, Washington facility is easily accessible to all ports
off the Pacific, from Alaska to Asia to Australia
Hollow Braid Construction

Lash-It (811).................................... 20
Zing-It (811)..................................... 20
Specialty Braid Construction

Static Rope (484)............................. 21
Chafe Protection
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Vertical Lifelines
Validator II DB Pg. 17
Ultra-Tech DB Pg. 17
PTS-3 Nylon (660)............................ 23

Vertico (230).................................... 23
Ultra Blue-3 3-S Pg. 20
Tenex-TEC 12-S Pg. 13
Tenex 12-S Pg. 12
Tech-12 12-S Pg. 12
Super Strong DB Pg. 16
Static Rope DB Pg. 21
Stable Braid DB Pg. 15
SSR-1200-3 3-S Pg. 19
Samsons history dates back more than 130 years, developing safe, easy
to handle, and reliable synthetic rope solutions. We have more experience
designing and developing strength members using Dyneema than any
other manufacturer in the world. Known for excellence and quality, we
have the experience, integrity, and reliability you can count on.
DC Gard (706).................................. 22
Dynalene (975)................................. 22
Turbo-75 DB Pg. 16
EXPERIENCE
Whoopie Sling (689).........................

TreeRig Sling (690/691)....................
Tenex Rope Tools..............................
Pre-Spliced Winch Lines..................
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Hardware
Nylite Assembly (964)....................... 26
Snatch Block (915)........................... 28
Blue Line Thimble (930)................... 28
Bronze Thimble (920)....................... 28
Rope Splicing
Wire Fid (905)...................................
Tubular Fid (901)..............................
Selma Fid (903)................................
Pusher (913/914)..............................
Splicing Instructions........................
Splicing Manual and DVDs...............
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Splicing Kits..................................... 29
Comparison Data
12-Strand High Performance......
12-Strand.........................................
Double Braid High Performance..
Double Braid.....................................
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3-Strand........................................... 34
Technical Data
Samson R&D/Test Methods.............. 35
Fiber Characteristics........................ 36
Rope Construction............................ 36
Coatings and Finishes...................... 37
Elongation........................................ 38
Components of Stretch on
a Loaded Rope....................................... 38
Rope Selection................................. 39
Rope Handling and Usage................ 40
Winch Lines and Winching
Operations........................................ 40
Rope Inspection & Retirement......... 43
Glossary of Terms. ........................ 44

Rope Retirement Checklist. ....... 46
Zing-It/Lash-It Pg. 20
Where people and technology make

the difference
Rope Tools
Vertical Lifelines Pg. 23
Product Locator............................... 5
Validator-12 12-S Pg. 13
The Samson Advantage:
Industrial Applications
Utility
Pulling long lengths of transmission line is tough work. Samson provides the
strength and ultra-long lengths to get the job done. Working hand in hand
with utility companies to meet the demands of all utility applications, we
pioneered the use of high-modulus fibers for high-capacity equipment. Utility
professionals turn to our pulling/stringing lines, winch lines, and hand lines
to get the job done. To see the full line of utility products, you may request a
copy of our Utility brochure through Samsons customer service department,
or visit SamsonRope.com/utility.
Mining
In the most arduous of mining applications, Samson high-performance
synthetic ropes are there to get the job done safely and efficiently. Whether
the job calls for lifting, dumping, or dragging, Samson has synthetic solutions
to replace wire. If you have a special problem that requires a custom solution,
you can count on our application engineers help to help guide you to the
right product.
VEHICLE Winch Lines

Going off-road has its hazards. When you want to get out of a sticky spot,
Samson offers flexible, easy-to-splice winch lines that are as strong as wire,
lightweight, abrasion resistant, and easy on the hands.
Arborist
Going up a tree is no joke to arborists. Thats why they rely on Samson lines
to comply with industry standards, provide strength, and that critical margin
of safety, which is so important. Arborists also rely on our rigging lines to
combine the best versatility, wear resistance, and elongation available to
the tree-care industry. To see the full line of arborist products, you may
request a copy of our Arborist Catalog through Samsons customer service
department, or visit SamsonRope.com/arborist.
Safety
Safety should always be the first concern on a worksite. Samsons PTS-3
Nylon vertical lifelines meet or exceed ANSI Z-359.1-2007, California State
and Federal OSHA guidelines. We offer all the rope, cordage, and fabricated
lifelines you need for a safe worksite.
Rescue
Rescuers dont want to think about the rope they grab in an emergency, they
want to know they can count on it. Thats why when theres a high-angle
rescue to be done rescuers needing a UL-approved static rappelling line,
they rely on Samson Static Rope.
Entertainment
In the expensive world of entertainment, equipment failure is not an option.
Thats why the sports, filmmaking, and stage rigging industries turn to
Samson for their rigging needs: camera flying rigs, static lines, stunt rigging,
tie downs, and accessory cords.
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Product Locator
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Nystron 15
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PTS-12 Nylon 10
Quantum-12 11
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3-S Ultra Blue Polypropylene Polyester Blend
DB Polyester / Polyester
DB Nylon / Polyester
12-S Polyester
DB Nylon / Nylon
Tenex-TEC 13
TreeRig Slings 24
12-S Polyester
TreeRig Slings 24
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12-S Nylon
Super Strong 16
Tech-12 12
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3-S Polyester Olefin Blend
PTS-3 Nylon Lifeline 23
Static Rope 21
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Pro-Set-3 18
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Vertico 23
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3-S Ultra Blue Polypropylene
Validator II 17
Zing-It/Lash-It 20
12-S Polyester
Ultra Blue-3 20
Whoopie Sling 24
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*DB = Double Braid, HB = Hollow Braid, 3-S = 3-Strand, 12-S = 12-Strand

l = Class II (high-performance fiber content)
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Rope Classification
Class I rope constructions consist of traditional fibers

such as olefin, nylon, and polyester. Class II rope
constructions consist of high-modulus fibers such
as Dyneema, Technora, and Vectran.
High-Performance Synthetic Fiber Ropes

Samson is the industrys leading high-performance cordage company with expertise in fiber, coatings, and
construction. The following are some of the fibers Samson works with: Dyneema, a high-modulus polyethelene
(HMPE) fiber that offers maximum strength, minimum weight, and durability; Vectran, a multifilament polyesterpolyarylate fiber spun from liquid crystal polymer (LCP) that offers strength, durability, and dimensional stability;
and Technora, an aromatic-polyamide (aramid) fiber that offers strength, fatigue resistance, and heat resistance.
These and other similar synthetic fibers are called high-performance because they significantly outperform standard
synthetic fibers such as nylon and polyester.
AmSteel

A 12-strand braided rope using Dyneema fiber with our proprietary Samthane urethane coating,
AmSteel yields extremely high strength and low stretch. This rope is flexible, spliceable, and resists
flex-fatigue and abrasion. For many applications, AmSteel performs.
AmSteel-Blue

A 12-strand braided rope made with Dyneema fiber, AmSteel -Blue yields the maximum in strengthto-weight ratio, and is as strong as and safer than wire rope constructionsyet it is so light it floats.
This industry-standard high-performance rope has superior tension-fatigue resistance compared
with post-drawn HMPE fiber. AmSteel -Blue has become the go-to high-performance rope for a
variety of demanding applications.
AmSteel II

A double-braided rope that derives its high strength from a braided Dyneema fiber core, AmSteel II
has extremely low elongation and is lightweight. The braided polyester cover creates a firm rope and
serves as abrasion protection to the strength core. For added wear life and color identification, this
rope is available with our Samthane coating. AmSteel II is an excellent value.
AmSteel II Plus

AmSteel II Plus is a double-braided rope that derives its high strength from a braided Dyneema
core. The braided polyester cover creates a firm rope and serves as abrasion protection to the
strong core. This rope has extremely low elongation and is lightweight. For added wear life and
color identification, AmSteel II Plus is available with our Samthane coating in four colors. Designed
specifically for winch and stringing lines, AmSteel II Plus is as strong as wire, has an increased
working load size for size, and a smaller diameter, which means more rope on the winch.
ML-12

ML-12 is Samsons newest 12-strand stringing line. The unique blend of Dyneema, high modulus
polyethylene (HMPE) and Innegra- S, a high modulus polypropylene (HMPP), gives ML-12
performance characteristics between traditional polyesters and high-performance 100% Dyneema
stringing lines. Because ML-12 offers lighter weight and higher strength at the same diameter as
traditional polyester lines, it can be used on your existing equipment for heavier pulls. Size-for-size,
ML-12 is stronger than polyester lines, making it possible to downsize the line on your equipment.
You can pull the same load and store much longer lengths on the reel. You will also see reduced
elongation compared to traditional polyester lines. When you need to pull a longer job or heavier
load, ML-12 is the perfect powerline.
Hydro One Proves Samson Synthetic Cordage Pulls More Than Its Weight
By using AmSteel II
For more than 100 years, Hydro One has supplied power
Plus we were able to
to Ontario, Canada. Today, they are one of North Americas
remove two steps in
largest transmission and distribution companies with
the process. And we
almost 30,000 km (18,600 miles) of transmission lines, 281
were able to use the
transmission stations, 1,015 distribution and regulating
AmSteel II Plus with
stations, and 1.3 million customers. Hydro Ones mission is to
existing stringing
deliver electricity to their consumers safely, while managing
equipmentno
their resources with excellence and innovation. Thats why
special handling or
they turned to Samson for solutions to a couple of tough jobs.
special equipment Hydro One has historically used AmSteel as a rigging
was necessary the
line, says Jeff Pellar, Work Methods Specialist for Hydro
way it is when a very
One. It has proven to be very durable and is a highly valued
heavy steel bull line
tool. Their experience with AmSteel, a 12-strand single
is used. braid made with Dyneema fiber, provided Hydro One with
the confidence to explore purchasing long lengths of high-
performance synthetic rope for use as pilot, intermediate, and/

or bull lines for stringing conductors.
AmSteel II Plus:
A Cost-Saving and Efficient Solution
The first project Pellar had in mind was a typical job, calling
for a helicopter to fly out a pilot line that would then pull an
intermediate line that would pull the bull line, which would pull
a two-conductor bundle, with pulling tensions of up to 15,000
lb. Neither the existing pilot line nor the intermediate line had
this much pulling capacity, says Pellar.
Two 30,000-ft lengths of 7/8" Samson AmSteel II Plus, a
lightweight, double braid made with a Dyneema fiber core and
a polyester cover, was selected to replace both the intermediary
line and the bull line due to its superior strength-to-weight ratio,
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High-Performance Synthetic Fiber Ropes

Quantum-12

Quantum-12 utilizes Samsons patented DPX fiber technology. Quantum-12 is a lightweight

rope that has excellent gripping power without losing the strength-to-weight ratio benefit of HMPE
ropes, and it provides superior abrasion and cut resistance. The 12-strand construction gives
added flexibility, improved handling, and easy splicing, while the green Samthane coating provides
excellent visibility and additional abrasion resistance. This is a rope that wont slip on a winch.
Tech-12

Technora fiber makes this 12-strand single braid one of the strongest heat-resistant ropes
available. It has low stretch and excellent flex-fatigue resistance when compared to ropes made
with other high-modulus aramid fibers. Tech-12 has the added benefit of excellent heat resistance,
making it a real performer in applications where heat is a problem.
Turbo-75

Turbo-75 has the same firmness and low stretch of wire, but only 1/6th the weight. The durable
turbo-braided jacket made with Dyneema is extremely cut and abrasion resistant. It protects the
12-strand single braid core, which is also made with Dyneema. Both cover and core are coated
with a proprietary Samthane coating. Turbo-75 is ideal for tough winch-line applications, where
the weight and inflexibility of wire rope is a problem. This is a rugged rope that can handle rugged
applications, spools on winches easily, and does not rust or fish hook like wire rope.
Ultra-Tech

Ultra-Tech has a Technora core that serves as the strength member of this firm and round, yet
flexible rope. Covered with a 24-strand braided polyester cover that protects the core from external
wear, Ultra-Tech is extremely strong and heat resistant with negligible creep. Technora products
are also known to have better resistance to flex-fatigue than other high-modulus aramid fibers.
Validator II

Validator II is a firm round rope with very high strength that wont creep under constant load. The
double-braid construction consists of an extremely strong Vectran core rope and an abrasion
resistant 24-strand polyester cover. This combination makes an excellent no-creep rope for static
heavy loads.
Validator-12

Made with Vectran, Validator-12 is a 12-strand rope treated with Samthane coating. This rope has
superior strength with no creep under a constant load. Validator-12 is the best wire rope replacement
in situations where creep is an issue. This durable rope is flexible with a non-rotational construction.
It is extremely abrasion resistant and is an excellent choice for wire replacement. Validator-12s ability
to secure heavy loads without creep makes it one dependable rope.
which increased the overall pulling capacity for the job. The
greater pulling capacity meant that it was a safer pull and
a lightweight solution, because AmSteel II Plus relieved
the weight burden by as much as 10 lbs per 100 ft of line
compared with the intermediate line.
By using AmSteel II Plus we were able to remove two steps
in the process. And we were able to use the AmSteel II Plus
with existing stringing equipmentno special handling
or special equipment was necessary the way it is when
a very heavy steel bull line is used. An added benefit for
Hydro One is the ease of splicing AmSteel II Plus compared
with the other product, which Pellar says is complex to
splice and requires special training. Furthermore, Pellar
concluded that tangible cost savings were realized during
the installation of conductors on this project due to reduced
handling and better utilization of equipment.
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AmSteel : More Than a Rigging Rope

Hydro Ones second project called for 500 kV circuits in fourconductor bundles to be pulled simultaneously. This installation,
again, called for the use of a pilot line, an intermediate line, and with
pulling tensions in excess of 20,000 lb this time, a steel bull line.
Considering the success they had with AmSteel II Plus, Hydro
One turned to Samson again, but chose to replace the pilot and
intermediate lines with two 30,000-ft lengths of 5/8" AmSteel,
the same rope they value and rely on for all their rigging.
Its light weight and low elongation meant that AmSteel as a pilot line
was light enough for a helicopter to fly out and install stringing blocks,
but it was also strong enough to pull in the steel bull line attached
to the conductor, explains Pellar. The use of high-performance
AmSteel eliminated the need for the intermediate line, cutting one
step out of the overall operation again demonstrating how Samson
stringing lines can save money and make operations more efficient.
The use of
high-performance
AmSteel
eliminated the
need for the
intermediate line,
cutting one step
out of the overall
operation.
12-Strand Single Braids

Samthane Coating: A family of abrasion-resistant coatings
AmSteel
specifically formulated to match end-user requirements and specific rope

constructions. Our coatings improve service life, reduce snagging, enhance
abrasion resistance, prevent contamination, reduce cutting, and are color
coded for identification. (See page 37 for Samthane type descriptions.)
Product Code: 870
As strong as wire
Features
Applications
> Made with Dyneema and

Innegra fiber
> Samthane coated
> Highly flex-fatigue resistant
> Highly abrasion resistant
Size
Diameter
Size
Circ.
inches
INCHES
1/4"
5/16"
3/8"
7/16"
1/2"
9/16"
5/8"
3/4"
13/16"
7/8"
1"
1-1/16"
1-1/8"
1-1/4"
1-5/16"
1-1/2"
3/4"
1"
1-1/8"
1-1/4"
1-1/2"
1-3/4"
2"
2-1/4"
2-1/2"
2-3/4"
3"
3-1/4"
3-1/2"
3-3/4"
4"
4-1/2"
> Pulling/stringing lines

> Winch lines
> Lifting slings
> Lifelines
> Event/special effects rigging
> Camera control linest
> Nonrotational
> Lightweight
> Wire rope replacement
Weight Per Samson Avg.

100 Ft.
Strength*
pounds
1.6 lb
2.7 lb
3.6 lb
4.2 lb
6.4 lb
7.9 lb
10.2 lb
13.3 lb
15.8 lb
19.6 lb
21.8 lb
29.5 lb
31.9 lb
36.2 lb
41.8 lb
51.7 lb
pounds
7,400 lb
10,500 lb
15,500 lb
18,000 lb
27,500 lb
34,000 lb
40,700 lb
52,000 lb
61,000 lb
74,000 lb
90,000 lb
100,000 lb
110,000 lb
125,000 lb
135,000 lb
175,000 lb
Samson
MBS*
Size
Diameter

100 M
Strength*
Samson
MBS*
pounds
millimeters
Kilograms
Kilograms
Kilograms
6,700 lb
9,500 lb
14,000 lb
16,200 lb
24,800 lb
30,600 lb
36,600 lb
46,800 lb
54,900 lb
66,600 lb
81,000 lb
90,000 lb
99,000 lb
113,000 lb
122,000 lb
158,000 lb
6 mm
8 mm
9 mm
11 mm
12 mm
14 mm
16 mm
18 mm
20 mm
22 mm
24 mm
26 mm
28 mm
30 mm
32 mm
36 mm
2.4 kg
4.0 kg
5.4 kg
6.2 kg
9.5 kg
11.8 kg
15.2 kg
19.8 kg
23.5 kg
29.2 kg
32.4 kg
43.9 kg
47.5 kg
53.9 kg
62.2 kg
76.9 kg
3,400 kg
4,800 kg
7,000 kg
8,200 kg
12,500 kg
15,400 kg
18,500 kg
23,600 kg
27,700 kg
33,600 kg
40,800 kg
45,400 kg
49,900 kg
56,700 kg
61,200 kg
79,400 kg
3,000 kg
4,300 kg
6,300 kg
7,300 kg
11,200 kg
13,900 kg
16,600 kg
21,200 kg
24,900 kg
30,200 kg
36,700 kg
40,800 kg
44,900 kg
51,000 kg
55,100 kg
71,400 kg
Specific Gravity:
0.98
Elastic Elongation Percentage:
At % of break strength
10%....................0.46%
20%....................0.70%
30%....................0.96%
Splicing Procedures Required:
> Eye splice
12-Strand/Class II
> Tuck-Bury Splice OR
End for End Splice
12-Strand/Class II
*Spliced strength
Why wire-rope replacement?
Our single-braid ropes made with Dyneema are size for

size as strong as wire, last three times longer, and are only
1/7th the weight. Safe and easy to handle, our Dyneema
ropes increase the line capacity on the winch drum, which
means you can reach farther with an increased safety factor.
AmSteel-Blue
Product Code: 872
Stronger and lighter than wire
Features
Applications
> Made with 100%

Dyneema fiber
> Samthane coated
> Maximum strength-to weight ratio
> Highly flex-fatigue resistant
> Pulling/stringing
lines
> Climbing/rigging
accessories
> Winch lines
Size
Diameter
Size
Circ.
inches
INCHES
7/64"
1/8"
5/32"
1/4"
5/16"
3/8"
7/16"
1/2"
9/16"
5/8"
3/4"
7/8"
1"
1-1/16"
1-1/8"
1-1/4"
1-5/16"
1-3/8"
1-1/2"
5/16"
3/8"
15/32"
3/4"
1"
1-1/8"
1-1/4"
1-1/2"
1-3/4"
2"
2-1/4"
2-3/4"
3"
3-1/4"
3-1/2"
3-3/4"
4"
4-1/8"
4-1/2"

> Nonrotational
> 1/7th the weight of wire
> Same elongation as wire

100 Ft.
Strength*
pounds
pounds
0.3 lb
0.5 lb
.75 lb
1.6 lb
2.7 lb
3.6 lb
4.2 lb
6.4 lb
7.9 lb
10.2 lb
13.3 lb
19.6 lb
21.8 lb
27.5 lb
31.9 lb
36.2 lb
41.8 lb
45.0 lb
51.7 lb
1,600 lb
2,500 lb
4,000 lb
8,600 lb
13,700 lb
19,600 lb
23,900 lb
34,000 lb
40,500 lb
52,800 lb
64,400 lb
90,800 lb
109,000 lb
131,000 lb
148,000 lb
165,000 lb
184,000 lb
205,000 lb
228,000 lb
Samson
MBS*
Size
Diameter
pounds
millimeters
1,400 lb
2,300 lb
3,600 lb
7,700 lb
12,300 lb
17,600 lb
21,500 lb
30,600 lb
36,500 lb
47,500 lb
58,000 lb
81,700 lb
98,100 lb
118,000 lb
133,000 lb
149,000 lb
166,000 lb
185,000 lb
205,000 lb
2.5 mm
3 mm
4 mm
6 mm
8 mm
9 mm
11 mm
12 mm
14 mm
16 mm
18 mm
22 mm
24 mm
26 mm
28 mm
30 mm
32 mm
34 mm
36 mm
Weight Per
100 M
Kilograms
.45 kg
.74 kg
1.1 kg
2.4 kg
4.0 kg
5.4 kg
6.2 kg
9.5 kg
11.8 kg
15.2 kg
19.8 kg
29.2 kg
32.4 kg
40.9 kg
47.5 Kg
53.9 kg
62.2 kg
67.0 kg
76.9 kg
Samson Avg.
Strength*
Kilograms
730 kg
1,100 kg
1,800 kg
3,900 kg
6,200 kg
8,900 kg
10,800 kg
15,400 kg
18,400 kg
24,000 kg
29,200 kg
41,200 kg
49,400 kg
59,600 kg
67,100 kg
75,000 kg
83,600 kg
93,200 kg
103,000 kg
> Slings
> Lifelines
> Camera control lines
Samson
MBS*
Kilograms
650 kg
1,000 kg
1,600 kg
3,500 kg
5,600 kg
8,000 kg
9,800 kg
13,900 kg
16,500 kg
21,600 kg
26,300 kg
37,100 kg
44,500 kg
53,600 kg
60,400 kg
67,500 kg
75,200 kg
83,900 kg
93,000 kg
Specific Gravity:
0.98
10%....................0.46%
20%....................0.70%
30%....................0.96%
> Eye splice
12-Strand/Class II
> Tuck-Bury Splice OR
End for End Splice
12-Strand/Class II
*Spliced strength
SamsonRope.com
Dura-Plex
Product Code: 360 / 860
A high strength-to-weight combination rope
Features
Applications
> Polyester plied over

polyolefin fibers
> Available with or without
Samthane coating
> Abrasion resistant
Size
Diameter
Specific Gravity:
1.20
10%....................1.6%
20%....................2.7%
30%....................3.8%
> Eye splice
12-Strand/Class I Rope
> Hand lines

> Pilot lines
> Block lines
> Flexible
> Good grip
> Good knot-holding ability
Size
Circ.
inches
INCHES
1/4"
5/16"
3/8"
7/16"
1/2"
9/16"
5/8"
3/4"
7/8"
1"
3/4"
1"
1-1/8"
1-1/4"
1-1/2"
1-3/4"
2"
2-1/4"
2-3/4"
3"

100 Ft.
Strength*
pounds
1.5 lb
2.2 lb
3.4 lb
4.6 lb
5.8 lb
8.3 lb
11.0 lb
15.0 lb
21.5 lb
24.2 lb
pounds
1,800 lb
2,600 lb
3,900 lb
5,000 lb
6,700 lb
9,000 lb
11,600 lb
14,500 lb
21,200 lb
25,000 lb
Samson
MBS*
pounds
1,600 lb
2,300 lb
3,500 lb
4,500 lb
6,000 lb
8,100 lb
10,400 lb
13,100 lb
19,100 lb
22,500 lb
Size
Diameter
millimeters
6 mm
8 mm
9 mm
11 mm
12 mm
14 mm
16 mm
18 mm
22 mm
24 mm

100 M
Strength*
Samson
MBS*
Kilograms
Kilograms
Kilograms
2.2 kg
3.3 kg
5.1 kg
6.8 kg
8.6 kg
12.4 kg
16.4 kg
22.3 kg
32.0 kg
36.0 kg
820 kg
1,200 kg
1,800 kg
2,300 kg
3,000 kg
4,100 kg
5,300 kg
6,600 kg
9,600 kg
11,300 kg
730 kg
1,100 kg
1,600 kg
2,000 kg
2,700 kg
3,700 kg
4,700 kg
5,900 kg
8,700 kg
10,200 kg
*Spliced strength
> End for End Splice

Samson and Morpac Go the Distance

Tacoma Narrows transmission line, which was originally built in 1926, was a challenging project
during the summer of 2007. One of the longest crossings in the world, the 6,240-foot line
extends the length of the Tacoma Narrows.
When called on to provide the drum puller for threading the twin circuit estuary, Morpac
Industries, Inc., sent a Morgan LH46 3-drum puller loaded with 9/16" AmSteel -Blue to do
the job. Samson rope has been used on Morgan line-stringing equipment for more
than 20 years, says Pete Morgan of Morpac. The superior strength-to-weight ratio
of AmSteel -Blue makes it the ideal choice for helicopter threading of the pilot line.
Morpac also uses 9/16" Samson Tenex in their 8-part clipping blocks.
AmSteel-Blue Pulls Through for

Henkels & McCoy
AmSteel -Blue has been an integral component in Henkels & McCoy heavy
transmission jobs. Dollar for dollar, pound for pound, AmSteel -Blues
high strength-to-size and-weight ratios are excellent, making it ideal
for new installations and reconductor work. Most importantly, it has
proven to be DEPENDABLE during the most difficult pulling scenarios.
AmSteel -Blue is our first choice when it comes to lead lines used in
Henkels & McCoy pulling operations.
Alan Lippy, Director T&D
Henkels & McCoy, Inc.
SamsonRope.com
PTS-12 Nylon
Product Code: 820
The best nylon rope in the industry
Features
Applications
> Samthane coated

> Firm and round
> Nonrotational
> Snag resistant
> Heat stabilized
Size
Diameter
> Specialty slings
> Flexible
> High strength
> Superior wear
> Excellent shock mitigation
Size
Circ.
inches
INCHES
3/16"
1/4"
5/16"
3/8"
7/16"
1/2"
9/16"
5/8"
3/4"
9/16"
3/4"
1"
1-1/8"
1-1/4"
1-1/2"
1-3/4"
2"
2-1/4"

100 Ft.
Strength*
pounds
1.2 lb
2.0 lb
3.0 lb
4.0 lb
5.6 lb
7.4 lb
10.4 lb
12.1 lb
16.1 lb
pounds
1,800 lb
3,000 lb
4,500 lb
5,500 lb
7,000 lb
10,800 lb
14,000 lb
16,000 lb
21,000 lb
Samson
MBS*
pounds
Size
Diameter
millimeters
1,600 lb
2,700 lb
4,100 lb
5,000 lb
6,300 lb
9,700 lb
12,600 lb
14,400 lb
18,900 lb

100 M
Strength*
Samson
MBS*
Kilograms
Kilograms
Kilograms
1.8 kg
3.0 kg
4.5 kg
6.0 kg
8.3 kg
11.0 kg
15.5 kg
18.0 kg
24.0 kg
820 kg
1,400 kg
2,000 kg
2,500 kg
3,200 kg
4,900 kg
6,400 kg
7,300 kg
9,500 kg
730 kg
1,200 kg
1,800 kg
2,200 kg
2,900 kg
4,400 kg
5,700 kg
6,500 kg
8,600 kg
5 mm
6 mm
8 mm
9 mm
11 mm
12 mm
14 mm
16 mm
18 mm
*Spliced strength
Specific Gravity:
1.14
10%....................4.7%
20%....................6.9%
30%....................7.7%
> Eye splice
ML-12
Product Code: 815
New Dyneema fiber blend is 1.5 times stronger and has significantly
reduced elongation compared to polyester stringing lines
Features
Applications
> Can be downsized to store

> High strength
longer lengths on reels
> Light weight
> Size for size, pulls heavier loads
than traditional polyester lines
Size
Diameter
inches
7/16"
1/2"
9/16"
5/8"
3/4"
*Spliced strength
Size
Circ.
Weight Per
100 Ft.
1-1/4"
1-1/2"
1-3/4"
2"
2-1/4"
4.2 lb
6.4 lb
7.9 lb
10.2 lb
13.3 lb
INCHES
pounds
Samson Avg.
Strength*
pounds
11,500 lb
16,500 lb
20,000 lb
25,000 lb
32,000 lb
Samson
MBS*
pounds
10,400 lb
14,900 lb
18,000 lb
22,500 lb
28,800 lb
Size
Diameter
millimeters
11 mm
12 mm
14 mm
16 mm
18 mm
> Pulling lines

> Stringing lines
Weight Per
100 M
Kilograms
6.2 kg
9.5 kg
11.8 kg
15.2 kg
19.8 kg
Samson Avg.
Strength*
Samson
MBS*
Kilograms
Kilograms
5,200 kg
7,500 kg
9,100 kg
11,300 kg
14,500 kg
4,700 kg
6,700 kg
8,200 kg
10,200 kg
13,100 kg
Specific Gravity:
0.98
10%....................1.3%
20%....................2.0%
30%....................2.4%
> Eye splice
12-Strand/Class II Rope
10
SamsonRope.com

12-Strand Single-Braid Construction
12-strand constructions are extremely strong due to the

optimization of strand twist levels and the braid angle of the
rope. In addition to the strength of the 12-strand construction,
benefits include torque balancing and easy splicing.
Quantum-12
Product Code: 873
An abrasion resistant rope with the best grip
Features
Applications
> Samsons patented DPX

fiber technology
> Samthane coating
> Excellent grip
> Extremely strong
Size
Diameter
Specific Gravity:
0.99
10%....................0.65%
20%....................0.75%
30%....................0.90%
> Eye splice
> Winch lines

> Slings
> Very lightweight

> Flexible
> Wire replacement
> Other colors available
upon request
inches
Size
Circ.
INCHES
Weight Per
100 Ft.
3/4"
7/8"
1"
1-1/8"
1-1/4"
1-5/16"
1-3/8"
1-1/2"
2-1/4"
2-3/4"
3"
3-1/2"
3-3/4"
4"
4-1/8"
4-1/2"
11.8 lb
15.2 lb
21.0 lb
25.5 lb
31.0 lb
33.0 lb
37.5 lb
44.7 lb
pounds
Samson Avg.
Strength*
pounds
45,300 lb
62,500 lb
82,500 lb
105,000 lb
131,000 lb
146,000 lb
162,000 lb
191,000 lb
Samson
MBS*
Size
Diameter
pounds
millimeters
40,800 lb
56,300 lb
74,300 lb
94,500 lb
118,000 lb
131,000 lb
146,000 lb
172,000 lb
18 mm
22 mm
24 mm
28 mm
30 mm
32 mm
34 mm
36 mm
Weight Per
100 M
Kilograms
17.6 kg
22.6 kg
31.2 kg
37.9 kg
46.1 kg
49.1 kg
55.8 kg
66.5 kg
Samson Avg.
Strength*
Samson
MBS*
Kilograms
Kilograms
20,500 kg
28,400 kg
37,400 kg
47,600 kg
59,400 kg
66,200 kg
73,500 kg
86,600 kg
18,500 kg
25,500 kg
33,700 kg
42,900 kg
53,500 kg
59,600 kg
66,100 kg
78,000 kg
*Spliced strength

Quik-Splice
Product Code: 335
Fast and easy splicing in the field
Features
Applications
> Samsons proprietary

bi-polymer polyolefin fiber
> 30 to 35% stronger than
standard polpropylene
> Hand lines

> Pilot lines
> Light duty pulling lines
> Block lines
Size
Diameter
Specific Gravity:
0.94 (floats)
10%....................1.1%
20%....................1.9%
30%....................2.6%
> Eye splice
SamsonRope.com
> UV stabilized
> Resists water
> Water Resistant
> Abrasion Resistant
Size
Circ.
inches
INCHES
1/4"
5/16"
3/8"
7/16"
1/2"
9/16"
5/8"
3/4"
7/8"
1"
1-1/8"
1-1/4"
1-1/2"
3/4"
1"
1-1/8"
1-1/4"
1-1/2"
1-3/4"
2"
2-1/4"
2-3/4"
3"
3-1/2"
3-3/4"
4-1/2"

100 Ft.
Strength*
pounds
1.1 lb
1.7 lb
2.7 lb
3.5 lb
4.7 lb
6.0 lb
7.8 lb
9.7 lb
15.2 lb
21.0 lb
24.5 lb
29.0 lb
41.0 lb
pounds
1,400 lb
2,500 lb
3,500 lb
4,600 lb
6,700 lb
7,500 lb
10,900 lb
13,000 lb
16,000 lb
23,100 lb
28,600 lb
31,300 lb
43,800 lb
Samson
MBS*
pounds
1,300 lb
2,300 lb
3,200 lb
4,100 lb
6,000 lb
6,800 lb
9,800 lb
11,700 lb
14,400 lb
20,800 lb
25,700 lb
28,200 lb
39,400 lb
Size
Diameter

100 M
Strength*
Samson
MBS*
millimeters
Kilograms
Kilograms
Kilograms
6 mm
8 mm
9 mm
11 mm
12 mm
14 mm
16 mm
18 mm
22 mm
24 mm
28 mm
30 mm
36 mm
1.6 kg
2.5 kg
4.0 kg
5.2 kg
7.0 kg
8.9 kg
11.6 kg
14.4 kg
22.6 kg
31.2 kg
36.5 kg
43.2 kg
61.0 kg
640 kg
1,100 kg
1,600 kg
2,100 kg
3,000 kg
3,400 kg
4,900 kg
5,900 kg
7,300 kg
10,500 kg
13,000 kg
14,200 kg
19,900 kg
570 kg
1,000 kg
1,400 kg
1,900 kg
2,700 kg
3,100 kg
4,400 kg
5,300 kg
6,500 kg
9,400 kg
11,700 kg
12,800 kg
17,900 kg
*Spliced strength
11
Tech-12
Heat Resistance
Heat resistance is a fiber characteristic where

there is no strength loss caused by heat.
Product Code: 890
A strong heat-resistant rope with low creep
Features
Size
Diameter
Size
Circ.
inches
INCHES
1/8"
3/16"
1/4"
5/16"
3/8"
7/16"
1/2"
5/8"
3/4"
7/8"
1"
3/8"
9/16"
3/4"
1"
1-1/8"
1-1/4"
1-1/2"
2"
2-1/4"
2-3/4"
3"
Applications
> Extremely strong

> Negligible creep
> Strong as wire
> Wire replacement
> Technora fiber

> Samthane coating
> Flexible
> Nonrotational
> Excellent heat resistance

100 Ft.
Strength*
pounds
pounds
0.6 lb
1.3 lb
1.9 lb
3.2 lb
4.3 lb
6.7 lb
8.0 lb
13.5 lb
19.3 lb
25.3 lb
31.1 lb
2,800 lb
5,600 lb
8,200 lb
13,000 lb
18,000 lb
28,000 lb
33,000 lb
43,000 lb
65,000 lb
84,000 lb
102,000 lb
Samson
MBS*
pounds
2,500 lb
5,000 lb
7,300 lb
11,700 lb
16,200 lb
25,200 lb
29,700 lb
38,700 lb
58,500 lb
75,600 lb
91,800 lb
> Pulling lines

> Slings
> Guy lines
> Climbing /rigging
accessories
Size
Diameter

100 M
Strength*
> Lifelines
> Event/special effects
rigging
Samson
MBS*
millimeters
Kilograms
Kilograms
Kilograms
3 mm
5 mm
6 mm
8 mm
9 mm
11 mm
12 mm
16 mm
18 mm
22 mm
24 mm
.89 Kg
1.9 Kg
2.8 Kg
4.8 Kg
6.4 Kg
10 Kg
11.9 Kg
20.1 Kg
28.7 Kg
37.6 Kg
46.3 Kg
1,300 Kg
2,500 Kg
3,700 Kg
5,900 Kg
8,200 Kg
12,700 Kg
15,000 Kg
19,500 Kg
29,500 Kg
38,100 Kg
46,300 Kg
1,100 Kg
2,300 Kg
3,300 Kg
5,300 Kg
7,300 Kg
11,400 Kg
13,500 Kg
17,600 Kg
26,500 Kg
34,300 Kg
41,600 Kg
*Spliced strength
Specific Gravity:
1.39
10%.................. 0.63%
20%.................. 0.96%
30%.................... 1.2%
> Eye splice
The Samson Advantage and Tenex Stringing Lines
Tenex
Dedicated to bringing you products specifically designed for your needs,

Samson consistently provides durable Tenex stringing lines in extremely
long lengths on time, like you need them to be.
Product Code: 826
Easy splicing in the field
Features
Applications
> High-tenacity
polyester fiber
> Samthane coated
> High strength-to-weight
ratio
Size
Diameter
Size
Circ.
inches
INCHES
1/4"
5/16"
3/8"
7/16"
1/2"
9/16"
5/8"
3/4"
7/8"
1"
1-1/4"
1-5/16"
1-1/2"
1-5/8"
1-3/4"
3/4"
1"
1-1/8"
1-1/4"
1-1/2"
1-3/4"
2"
2-1/4"
2-3/4"
3"
3-3/4"
4"
4-1/2"
5"
5-1/2"
> Single end per carrier

> Available in long lengths
> Snag resistant
> Economical

100 Ft.
Strength*
pounds
2.1 lb
3.2 lb
4.2 lb
6.3 lb
8.5 lb
10.0 lb
13.1 lb
17.2 lb
25.8 lb
34.5 lb
52.2 lb
59.7 lb
71.5 lb
90.3 lb
105 lb
pounds
3,200 lb.
4,700 lb
5,800 lb
9,000 lb
11,800 lb
15,000 lb
17,100 lb
22,400 lb
32,600 lb
42,700 lb
57,200 lb
69,500 lb
81,700 lb
94,000 lb
109,000 lb
Samson
MBS*
pounds
2,900 lb
4,200 lb
5,200 lb
8,100 lb
10,600 lb
13,500 lb
15,400 lb
20,200 lb
29,300 lb
38,400 lb
51,500 lb
62,600 lb
73,500 lb
84,600 lb
98,100 lb
Size
Diameter

> Climbing/rigging accessories

100 M
Strength*
Samson
MBS*
millimeters
Kilograms
Kilograms
Kilograms
6 mm
8 mm
9 mm
11 mm
12 mm
14 mm
16 mm
18 mm
22 mm
24 mm
30 mm
32 mm
36 mm
40 mm
44 mm
3.1 kg
4.8 kg
6.2 kg
9.4 kg
12.6 kg
14.9 kg
19.5 kg
25.6 kg
38.4 kg
51.3 kg
77.7 kg
88.8 kg
106 kg
134 kg
157 kg
1,500 kg
2,100 kg
2,600 kg
4,100 kg
5,400 kg
6,800 kg
7,800 kg
10,200 kg
14,800 kg
19,400 kg
25,900 kg
31,500 kg
37,100 kg
42,600 kg
49,400 kg
1,300 kg
1,900 kg
2,400 kg
3,700 kg
4,800 kg
6,100 kg
7,000 kg
9,100 kg
13,300 kg
17,400 kg
23,400 kg
28,400 kg
33,400 kg
38,400 kg
44,500 kg
Specific Gravity:
1.38
10%....................1.4%
20%....................2.3%
30%....................3.0%
> Eye splice
*Spliced strength
12
SamsonRope.com
Tenex-TEC
Product Code: 825
The #1 choice for rope tools
Features
Applications
> High-tenacity polyester fiber

> Samthane coated
> Two ends per carrier
> Snag resistant
Size
Diameter
Specific Gravity:
1.38
10%....................1.4%
20%....................2.3%
30%....................3.0%
> Eye splice
> Slings
> Rope tools
> Good grip

> Easy to splice in the field
> Economical
Size
Circ.
inches
INCHES
1/4"
5/16"
3/8"
7/16"
1/2"
5/8"
3/4"
7/8"
1"
1-1/4"
3/4"
1"
1-1/8"
1-1/4"
1-1/2"
2"
2-1/4"
2-3/4"
3"
3-3/4"

100 Ft.
Strength*
pounds
2.1 lb
3.2 lb
4.3 lb
6.5 lb
10 lb
14.8 lb
19.2 lb
26.7 lb
34.7 lb
55.0 lb
pounds
3,200 lb
4,700 lb
6,100 lb
9,500 lb
13,100 lb
18,800 lb
24,800 lb
34,200 lb
44,500 lb
62,000 lb
Samson
MBS*
Size
Diameter

100 M
Strength*
Samson
MBS*
pounds
millimeters
Kilograms
Kilograms
Kilograms
2,900 lb
4,200 lb
5,500 lb
8,600 lb
11,800 lb
16,900 lb
22,300 lb
30,800 lb
40,100 lb
55,800 lb
6 mm
8 mm
9 mm
11 mm
12 mm
16 mm
18 mm
22 mm
24 mm
30 mm
3.1 kg
4.8 kg
6.4 kg
9.7 kg
14.9 kg
22.0 kg
28.5 kg
39.7 kg
51.6 kg
81.8 kg
1,500 kg
2,100 kg
2,800 kg
4,300 kg
5,900 kg
8,500 kg
11,200 kg
15,500 kg
20,200 kg
28,100 kg
1,300 kg
1,900 kg
2,500 kg
3,900 kg
5,300 kg
7,700 kg
10,100 kg
14,000 kg
18,200 kg
25,300 kg
*Spliced strength

Validator-12
Product Code: 446
No creep under constant load
Features
Applications
> Vectran fiber

> Samthane coated
> Flexible
> Nonrotational
> High strength

> Camera control lines
> Special effects
> Low stretch

> Extremely durable
> Heat resistant
> Wire replacement
Size
Diameter
Specific Gravity:
1.39
10%....................0.49%
20%....................0.78%
30%....................0.98%
> Eye splice
Size
Circ.
inches
INCHES
7/64"
1/8"
3/16"
1/4"
5/16"
3/8"
7/16"
1/2"
9/16"
5/8"
5/16"
3/8"
9/16"
3/4"
1"
1-1/8"
1-1/4"
1-1/2"
1-3/4"
2"

100 Ft.
Strength*
pounds
pounds
0.5 lb
0.6 lb
1.3 lb
2.2 lb
3.6 lb
4.6 lb
6.1 lb
8.8 lb
10.8 lb
14.0 lb
2000 lb
2,700 lb
5,500 lb
9,400 lb
14,000 lb
19,500 lb
23,500 lb
35,000 lb
43,000 lb
55,000 lb
Samson
MBS*
Size
Diameter

100 M
Strength*
Samson
MBS*
pounds
millimeters
Kilograms
Kilograms
Kilograms
1,800 lb
2,400 lb
5,000 lb
8,500 lb
12,600 lb
17,600 lb
21,200 lb
31,500 lb
38,700 lb
49,500 lb
2.5 mm
3 mm
5 mm
6 mm
8 mm
9 mm
11 mm
12 mm
14 mm
16 mm
.74 kg
.89 kg
1.9 kg
3.3 kg
5.4 kg
6.8 kg
9.1 kg
13.1 kg
16.1 kg
20.8 kg
910 kg
1,200 kg
2,500 kg
4,300 kg
6,400 kg
8,800 kg
10,700 kg
15,900 kg
19,500 kg
24,900 kg
820 kg
1,100 kg
2,200 kg
3,800 kg
5,700 kg
8,000 kg
9,600 kg
14,300 kg
17,600 kg
22,500 kg
*Spliced strength

SamsonRope.com
13
Double Braids
AmSteel II
Ends Per Carrier
A strong, lightweight high-performance rope
Features
Applications
> Braided core of

Dyneema fiber
> Braided polyester cover
Samthane coating
Size
Diameter
Size
Circ.
inches
INCHES
1/4"
5/16"
3/8"
7/16"
1/2"
9/16"
5/8"
3/4"
13/16"
7/8"
1"
1-1/16"
1-1/8"
1-1/4"
3/4"
1"
1-1/8"
1-1/4"
1-1/2"
1-3/4"
2"
2-1/4"
2-1/2"
2-3/4"
3"
3-1/4"
3-1/2"
3-3/4"
> Winch lines

> Pulling lines
> Lifting slings
> Event rigging

> Low elongation
> Lightweight

100 Ft.
Strength
pounds
pounds
2.2 lb
3.5 lb
4.1 lb
6.1 lb
8.6 lb
10.0 lb
12.6 lb
16.0 lb
20.3 lb
24.8 lb
29.7 lb
31.7 lb
37.0 lb
42.6 lb
4,500 lb
7,500 lb
9,800 lb
11,700 lb
15,500 lb
22,000 lb
27,000 lb
35,000 lb
40,000 lb
50,000 lb
57,000 lb
59,300 lb
72,900 lb
81,000 lb
Samson
MBS
pounds
Size
Diameter
millimeters
6 mm
8 mm
9 mm
11 mm
12 mm
14 mm
16 mm
18 mm
20 mm
22 mm
24 mm
26 mm
28 mm
30 mm
3,800 lb
6,400 lb
8,300 lb
9,900 lb
13,200 lb
18,700 lb
23,000 lb
29,800 lb
34,000 lb
42,500 lb
48,500 lb
50,400 lb
62,000 lb
68,900 lb

100 M
Strength
A rope that is made with one end per

carrier will have a round construction
with large strands. As the ends per
carrier are increased, the strands
become smaller and the surface of
the rope becomes flatter or smoother.
The more ends per carrier the better
grip on a surface.
Samson
MBS
Kilograms
Kilograms
Kilograms
3.3 kg
5.2 kg
6.1 kg
9.1 kg
12.8 kg
14.9 kg
18.7 kg
23.8 kg
30.2 kg
36.9 kg
44.2 kg
47.2 kg
55.1 kg
63.4 kg
2,000 kg
3,400 kg
4,400 kg
5,300 kg
7,000 kg
10,000 kg
12,200 kg
15,900 kg
18,100 kg
22,700 kg
25,900 kg
26,900 kg
33,100 kg
36,700 kg
1,700 kg
2,900 kg
3,800 kg
4,500 kg
6,000 kg
8,500 kg
10,400 kg
13,500 kg
15,400 kg
19,300 kg
22,000 kg
22,900 kg
28,100 kg
31,200 kg
Specific Gravity:
1.20
10%....................0.50%
20%....................0.67%
30%....................0.96%
> Eye splice
Double Braid/Class II Rope
*Spliced strength
Double-Braid
Construction
AmSteel II Plus
A strong, lightweight high-performance rope
Features
Applications
> Polyester cover

> Braided core of
100% Dyneema fiber
Samthane coating
Size
Diameter
INCHES
1/4"
5/16"
3/8"
7/16"
1/2"
9/16"
5/8"
3/4"
13/16"
7/8"
1"
1-1/16"
1-1/8"
1-1/4"
3/4"
1"
1-1/8"
1-1/4"
1-1/2"
1-3/4"
2"
2-1/4"
2-1/2"
2-3/4"
3"
3-1/4"
3-1/2"
3-3/4"
*Spliced strength
14
Size
Circ.
inches
> Winch lines

> Pulling lines
> Lifting slings
> Event/special
effects rigging
> Camera guy lines
> Low elongation

> Lightweight

100 Ft.
Strength*
pounds
2.2 lb
3.5 lb
4.1 lb
6.1 lb
8.6 lb
10.0 lb
12.6 lb
16.0 lb
20.3 lb
24.8 lb
29.7 lb
31.7 lb
37.0 lb
42.6 lb
pounds
5,600 lb
9,300 lb
12,200 lb
14,600 lb
19,400 lb
27,500 lb
33,800 lb
43,800 lb
50,000 lb
62,500 lb
71,300 lb
74,000 lb
90,000 lb
101,000 lb
Samson
MBS*
pounds
4,800 lb
7,900 lb
10,400 lb
12,400 lb
16,500 lb
23,400 lb
28,700 lb
37,200 lb
42,500 lb
53,100 lb
60,600 lb
62,900 lb
76,500 lb
85,900 lb
Size
Diameter
millimeters
6 mm
8 mm
9 mm
11 mm
12 mm
14 mm
16 mm
18 mm
20 mm
22 mm
24 mm
26 mm
28 mm
30 mm

100 M
Strength*
Double-braid rope consists of an

inner braided rope (the core) and
a braided rope constructed around
its exterior (the cover). For some
double-braid constructions, both the
core and cover share the load on
the rope but not necessarily equally.
Other double-braid constructions
are core dependent, meaning that
the core bears the load while the
cover performs other functions such
as wear and heat resistance.
Samson
MBS*
Kilograms
Kilograms
Kilograms
3.3 kg
5.2 kg
6.1 kg
9.1 kg
12.8 kg
14.9 kg
18.7 kg
23.8 kg
30.2 kg
36.9 kg
44.2 kg
47.2 kg
55.1 kg
63.4 kg
2,500 kg
4,200 kg
5,500 kg
6,600 kg
8,800 kg
12,500 kg
15,300 kg
19,900 kg
22,700 kg
28,400 kg
32,300 kg
33,600 kg
40,800 kg
45,800 kg
2,200 kg
3,600 kg
4,700 kg
5,600 kg
7,500 kg
10,600 kg
13,000 kg
16,900 kg
19,300 kg
24,100 kg
27,500 kg
28,500 kg
34,700 kg
38,900 kg
Specific Gravity:
1.20
10%....................0.50%
20%....................0.67%
30%....................0.96%
> Eye splice
SamsonRope.com
Double Braids
Nystron
Reliable in wet environments
Features
Applications
> Nylon fiber core

> Polyester cover
Samthane coating
> High strength retention
Size
Diameter
Specific Gravity:
1.24
10%....................2.4%
20%....................4.5%
30%....................5.9%
> Eye splice
Double Braid/Class I Rope
> Winch lines

> Stringing lines
> Good energy absorption

> Good shock mitigation
> Abrasion resistant, especially
in wet environments
Size
Circ.
inches
INCHES
3/8"
7/16"
1/2"
9/16"
5/8"
3/4"
7/8"
1"
1-1/8"
1-1/4"
1-1/2"
1-5/8"
2"
1-1/8"
1-1/4"
1-1/2"
1-3/4"
2"
2-1/4"
2-3/4"
3"
3-1/2"
3-3/4"
4-1/2"
5"
6"

100 Ft.
Strength*
pounds
4.4 lb
5.7 lb
7.7 lb
10.0 lb
12.6 lb
17.3 lb
19.0 lb
34.0 lb
39.2 lb
46.9 lb
71.2 lb
76.9 lb
114 lb
pounds
5,600 lb
7,400 lb
10,500 lb
13,200 lb
16,300 lb
23,000 lb
27,000 lb
37,000 lb
49,800 lb
59,100 lb
86,500 lb
100,000 lb
142,000 lb
Samson
MBS*
pounds
4,800 lb
6,300 lb
8,900 lb
11,200 lb
13,900 lb
19,600 lb
23,000 lb
31,500 lb
42,300 lb
50,200 lb
73,500 lb
85,000 lb
121,000 lb
Size
Diameter

100 M
Strength*
Kilograms
Kilograms
Kilograms
9 mm
11 mm
12 mm
14 mm
16 mm
18 mm
22 mm
24 mm
28 mm
30 mm
36 mm
40 mm
48 mm
6.5 kg
8.5 kg
11.5 kg
14.9 kg
18.7 kg
25.7 kg
28.3 kg
50.6 kg
58.3 kg
69.8 kg
106 kg
114 kg
170 kg
2,500 kg
3,400 kg
4,800 kg
6,000 kg
7,400 kg
10,400 kg
12,200 kg
16,800 kg
22,600 kg
26,800 kg
39,200 kg
45,400 kg
64,400 kg
2,200 kg
2,900 kg
4,000 kg
5,100 kg
6,300 kg
8,900 kg
10,400 kg
14,300 kg
19,200 kg
22,800 kg
33,400 kg
38,600 kg
54,700 kg
*Spliced strength
Stable Braid
UV Resistance and UV Stabilization
UV resistance means that the material properties are unaffected by

exposure to ultraviolet rays. UV stabilized means that the fiber has been
treated to minimize the effect of degradation caused by ultraviolet rays.
Versatile and dependable
Applications
Features
> Polyester cover and core
> Torque-free construction
> Durable
> UV resistant
Size
Diameter
Specific Gravity:
1.38
10%....................1.1%
20%....................1.7%
30%....................2.7%
> Eye splice
Samson
MBS*
millimeters
> Utility rigging

> Winch lines
> Winch working lines
> Heavy lift slings
> Heat resistance

> Flex-fatigue resistance
> Firm flexible
> Low elongation
Size
Circ.
inches
INCHES
1/4"
5/16"
3/8"
7/16"
1/2"
9/16"
5/8"
3/4"
7/8"
1"
1-1/8"
1-1/4"
1-5/16"
1-1/2"
3/4"
1"
1-1/8"
1-1/4"
1-1/2"
1-3/4"
2"
2-1/4"
2-3/4"
3"
3-1/2"
3-3/4"
4"
4-1/2"

100 Ft.
Strength
pounds
pounds
2.1 lb
3.2 lb
4.5 lb
6.1 lb
8.2 lb
11.0 lb
14.0 lb
18.0 lb
27.1 lb
34.0 lb
45.3 lb
53.9 lb
60.8 lb
73.3 lb
2,300 lb
3,600 lb
5,600 lb
7,700 lb
10,400 lb
13,300 lb
16,300 lb
20,400 lb
29,900 lb
39,200 lb
48,200 lb
57,300 lb
64,700 lb
75,100 lb
Samson
MBS
pounds
2,000 lb
3,100 lb
4,800 lb
6,500 lb
8,800 lb
11,300 lb
13,900 lb
17,300 lb
25,400 lb
33,300 lb
41,000 lb
48,700 lb
55,000 lb
63,800 lb
Size
Diameter
> Rigging lines

> Stage rigging

100 M
Strength
Samson
MBS
millimeters
Kilograms
Kilograms
Kilograms
6 mm
8 mm
9 mm
11 mm
12 mm
14 mm
16 mm
18 mm
22 mm
24 mm
28 mm
30 mm
32 mm
36 mm
3.1 kg
4.8 kg
6.7 kg
9.1 kg
12.2 kg
16.4 kg
20.8 kg
26.8 kg
40.3 kg
50.6 kg
67.4 kg
80.2 kg
90.5 kg
109 kg
1,000 kg
1,600 kg
2,500 kg
3,500 kg
4,700 kg
6,000 kg
7,400 kg
9,300 kg
13,600 kg
17,800 kg
21,900 kg
26,000 kg
29,300 kg
34,100 kg
890 kg
1,400 kg
2,200 kg
3,000 kg
4,000 kg
5,100 kg
6,300 kg
7,900 kg
11,500 kg
15,100 kg
18,600 kg
22,100 kg
24,900 kg
29,000 kg
*Spliced strength
This product meets various military specifications; please consult Samson Customer Service for details.
SamsonRope.com
15
Double Braids
Super Strong
Pro-Gard Finish
Samson offers Pro-Gard Finish to ensure a maximum

working strength and wear life for wet applications.
Product Code: 472
Excellent in all conditions
Features
Applications
> High-tenacity nylon fiber

> Pro-Gard finish
> Firm
> Flexible
> Winch working lines

> Heavy lift slings
> Utility rigging
Size
Diameter
Size
Circ.
inches
INCHES
1/4"
5/16"
3/8"
7/16"
1/2"
9/16"
5/8"
3/4"
7/8"
1"
1-1/16"
1-1/8"
1-1/4"
1-5/16"
1-1/2"
3/4"
1"
1-1/8"
1-1/4"
1-1/2"
1-3/4"
2"
2-1/4"
2-3/4"
3"
3 1/4"
3-1/2"
3-3/4"
4"
4-1/2"

100 Ft.
Strength*
pounds
1.6 lb
2.6 lb
3.7 lb
5.1 lb
6.6 lb
9.3 lb
12.0 lb
15.0 lb
22.0 lb
26.0 lb
31.0 lb
36.0 lb
41.0 lb
43.5 lb
60.0 lb
pounds
2,300 lb
3,400 lb
4,900 lb
6,600 lb
8,600 lb
11,900 lb
15,200 lb
18,800 lb
29,000 lb
36,000 lb
40,700 lb
45,000 lb
52,000 lb
59,300 lb
75,600 lb
Samson
MBS*
Size
Diameter

100 M
Strength*
Samson
MBS*
pounds
millimeters
Kilograms
Kilograms
Kilograms
2,000 lb
2,900 lb
4,200 lb
5,600 lb
7,300 lb
10,100 lb
12,900 lb
16,000 lb
24,700 lb
30,600 lb
34,600 lb
38,300 lb
44,200 lb
50,400 lb
64,300 lb
6 mm
8 mm
9 mm
11 mm
12 mm
14 mm
16 mm
18 mm
22 mm
24 mm
26 mm
28 mm
30 mm
32 mm
36 mm
2.4 kg
3.9 kg
5.5 kg
7.6 kg
9.8 kg
13.8 kg
17.9 kg
22.3 kg
32.7 kg
38.7 kg
46.1 kg
53.6 kg
61.0 kg
64.7 kg
89.3 kg
1,000 kg
1,500 kg
2,200 kg
3,000 kg
3,900 kg
5,400 kg
6,900 kg
8,500 kg
13,200 kg
16,300 kg
18,500 kg
20,400 kg
23,600 kg
26,900 kg
34,300 kg
890 kg
1,300 kg
1,900 kg
2,500 kg
3,300 kg
4,600 kg
5,900 kg
7,200 kg
11,200 kg
13,900 kg
15,700 kg
17,400 kg
20,000 kg
22,900 kg
29,100 kg
Specific Gravity:
1.14
10%....................3.0%
20%....................5.3%
30%....................6.7%
> Eye splice
*Spliced strength
This product meets various military specifications; please consult Samson Customer Service for details.
Turbo-75
Product Code: 864
A tough wire-rope replacement
Features
Applications
> Turbo braided jacket with

Dyneema fiber
> 12-strand single braid core of
100% Dyneema fiber
> Cover and core are
Samthane coated
Size
Diameter
Size
Circ.
inches
3/4"
7/8"
1"
1-1/16"
1-1/8"
1-1/4"
1-5/16"
1-3/8"
1-1/2"
INCHES
2-1/4"
2-3/4"
3"
3-1/4"
3-1/2"
3-3/4"
4"
4-1/8"
4-1/2"
*Spliced strength
16
> Drum compression resistant

> 1/6th the weight of wire
> Excellent single-drum spooling > Retains shape with use
capabilities
> Superior wear characteristics
> Extremely cut resistant
> Lightweight
> Flexible

100 Ft.
Strength*
pounds
14.0 lb
19.0 lb
25.0 lb
27.0 lb
29.5 lb
38.5 lb
43.0 lb
48.0 lb
59.5 lb
pounds
59,000 lb
82,000 lb
97,000 lb
113,000 lb
125,000 lb
150,000 lb
165,000 lb
185,000 lb
210,000 lb
Samson
MBS*
Size
Diameter

100 M
Strength*
> Winch lines
Samson
MBS*
pounds
millimeters
Kilograms
Kilograms
Kilograms
53,100 lb
73,800 lb
87,300 lb
102,000 lb
113,000 lb
135,000 lb
149,000 lb
167,000 lb
189,000 lb
18 mm
22 mm
24 mm
26 mm
28 mm
30 mm
32 mm
34 mm
36 mm
20.8 Kg
28.3 Kg
37.2 Kg
40.2 Kg
43.9 Kg
57.3 Kg
64.0 Kg
71.4 Kg
88.5 Kg
26,800 Kg
37,200 Kg
44,000 Kg
51,300 Kg
56,700 Kg
68,000 Kg
74,800 Kg
83,900 Kg
95,300 Kg
24,100 Kg
33,500 Kg
39,600 Kg
46,100 Kg
51,000 Kg
61,200 Kg
67,400 Kg
75,500 Kg
85,700 Kg
Specific Gravity:
0.98
10%....................0.30%
20%....................0.50%
30%....................0.80%
> Eye splice
Product Specific
SamsonRope.com
Double-Braids
Ultra-Tech
Product Code: 443
A firm, flexible core with external-wear protection
Features
Applications
> 24-strand braided

polyester cover
> Climbing/rigging lines

> Minimal creep

> Low stretch
> Technora core
> Flexible
> High strength

> Heat resistant
Size
Diameter
Specific Gravity:
1.38
10%....................0.63%
20%....................0.97%
30%....................1.24%
> Eye splice
Size
Circ.
inches
INCHES
3/16"
1/4"
5/16"
3/8"
7/16"
1/2"
5/8"
3/4"
7/8"
9/16"
3/4"
1"
1-1/8"
1-1/4"
1-1/2"
2"
2-1/4"
2-3/4"

100 Ft.
Strength*
pounds
1.0 lb
2.1 lb
4.0 lb
4.6 lb
6.4 lb
9.8 lb
14.5 lb
19.7 lb
27.5 lb
pounds
2,300 lb
4,800 lb
7,800 lb
10,000 lb
14,800 lb
20,000 lb
42,000 lb
51,000 lb
68,000 lb
Samson
MBS*
pounds
2,000 lb
4,100 lb
6,600 lb
8,500 lb
12,600 lb
17,000 lb
35,700 lb
43,400 lb
57,800 lb
Size
Diameter
millimeters
5 mm
6 mm
8 mm
9 mm
11 mm
12 mm
16 mm
18 mm
22 mm

100 M
Strength*
Samson
MBS*
Kilograms
Kilograms
Kilograms
1.5 kg
3.1 kg
6.0 kg
6.8 kg
9.5 kg
14.6 kg
21.6 kg
29.3 kg
40.9 kg
1,000 kg
2,200 kg
3,500 kg
4,500 kg
6,700 kg
9,100 kg
19,100 kg
23,100 kg
30,800 kg
890 kg
1,900 kg
3,000 kg
3,900 kg
5,700 kg
7,700 kg
16,200 kg
19,700 kg
26,200 kg
*Spliced strength

Validator II
Product Code: 447
No creep under constant load
Applications
Features
> Vectran core
> 24-strand polyester cover
> No creep under constant load
> Firm and round
Size
Diameter
Specific Gravity:
1.39
10%....................0.59%
20%....................0.78%
30%....................0.98%
> Eye splice
Size
Circ.
inches
INCHES
3/16"
1/4"
5/16"
3/8"
7/16"
1/2"
9/16"
5/8"
3/4"
7/8"
1"
1-1/8"
1-1/4"
1-5/16"
1-3/8"
1-7/16"
1-1/2"
9/16"
3/4"
1"
1-1/8"
1-1/4"
1-1/2"
1-3/4"
2"
2-1/4"
2-3/4"
3"
3-1/2"
3-3/4"
4"
4-1/8"
4-1/4"
4-1/2"
> Winch lines
> High strength


100 Ft.
Strength*
pounds
1.4 lb
2.2 lb
3.7 lb
5.0 lb
7.0 lb
9.0 lb
12.0 lb
14.4 lb
20.3 lb
27.0 lb
35.0 lb
44.0 lb
52.0 lb
58.0 lb
63.2 lb
67.7 lb
74.5 lb
pounds
3,300 lb
5,000 lb
7,000 lb
11,000 lb
15,200 lb
20,000 lb
26,000 lb
30,000 lb
45,000 lb
63,000 lb
80,000 lb
100,000 lb
123,000 lb
135,000 lb
148,000 lb
160,000 lb
174,000 lb
Samson
MBS*
Size
Diameter

100 M
Strength*
Samson
MBS*
pounds
millimeters
Kilograms
Kilograms
Kilograms
2,800 lb
4,300 lb
6,000 lb
9,400 lb
12,900 lb
17,000 lb
22,100 lb
25,500 lb
38,300 lb
53,600 lb
68,000 lb
85,000 lb
105,000 lb
115,000 lb
126,000 lb
136,000 lb
148,000 lb
5 mm
6 mm
8 mm
9 mm
11 mm
12 mm
14 mm
16 mm
18 mm
22 mm
24 mm
28 mm
30 mm
32 mm
34 mm
35 mm
36 mm
2.1 kg
3.3 kg
5.5 kg
7.4 kg
10.4 kg
13.4 kg
17.9 kg
21.4 kg
30.2 kg
40.2 kg
52.1 kg
65.5 kg
77.4 kg
86.3 kg
94.0 kg
101 kg
111 kg
1,500 kg
2,300 kg
3,200 kg
5,000 kg
6,900 kg
9,100 kg
11,800 kg
13,600 kg
20,400 kg
28,600 kg
36,300 kg
45,400 kg
55,800 kg
61,200 kg
67,100 kg
72,600 kg
78,900 kg
1,300 kg
1,900 kg
2,700 kg
4,200 kg
5,900 kg
7,700 kg
10,000 kg
11,600 kg
17,400 kg
24,300 kg
30,800 kg
38,600 kg
47,400 kg
52,100 kg
57,100 kg
61,700 kg
67,100 kg
*Spliced strength
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17
3-Strand Twisted
3-Strand Twisted
Construction
Pro-Master
Product Code: 168
A firm rope thats soft on the hand
Applications
Features
> High-tenacity polyester fiber
> Balanced construction
> Low stretch
> Excellent knot holding
> Retains shape with use
Size
Diameter
Size
Circ.
inches
INCHES
3/8"
1/2"
5/8"
3/4"
7/8"
1"
1-1/8"
1-1/2"
2"
2-1/4"
2-3/4"
3"
> Remains flexible with use

> Superior hand and
lock-grip holding

100 Ft.
Strength*
pounds
3.7 lb
6.5 lb
9.6 lb
13.9 lb
18.0 lb
22.0 lb
pounds
3,200 lb
5,700 lb
7,700 lb
10,000 lb
14,500 lb
17,500 lb
Samson
MBS*
Size
Diameter
> Rigging lines

> Hand lines
> Block/fall lines
> Stage counterweight

100 M
Strength*
Samson 3-strand
construction averts a twisted
ropes tendency to untwist
under load through balanced
manufacturing, which
includes alternating the twist
direction in each stage of
the manufacturing process.
These ropes have good
abrasion resistance and are
economical in price.
Samson
MBS*
pounds
millimeters
Kilograms
Kilograms
Kilograms
2,900 lb
5,100 lb
6,900 lb
9,000 lb
13,100 lb
15,800 lb
9 mm
12 mm
16 mm
18 mm
22 mm
24 mm
5.5 kg
9.7 kg
14.3 kg
20.7 kg
26.8 kg
32.7 kg
1,500 kg
2,600 kg
3,500 kg
4,500 kg
6,600 kg
7,900 kg
1,300 kg
2,300 kg
3,100 kg
4,100 kg
5,900 kg
7,100 kg
*Spliced strength
Specific Gravity:
1.24
10%....................2.0%
20%....................3.2%
30%....................3.9%
> Eye splice
Pro-Set-3
Product Code: 170
Shock mitigation and full-performance flexibility
Features
> Four-stage construction
> High-tenacity nylon fiber
> Heat stabalized
> Hockle resistant
Size
Diameter
Size
Circ.
inches
INCHES
3/16"
1/4"
5/16"
3/8"
7/16"
1/2"
9/16"
5/8"
3/4"
13/16"
7/8"
1"
1-1/16"
1-1/8"
1-1/4"
1-5/16"
1-1/2"
9/16"
3/4"
1"
1-1/8"
1-1/4"
1-1/2"
1-3/4"
2"
2-1/4"
2-1/2"
2-3/4"
3"
3-1/4"
3-1/2"
3-3/4"
4"
4-1/2"
> Remains flexible with use

> High elasticity
> Durable

100 Ft.
Strength*
pounds
1.0 lb
1.5 lb
2.5 lb
3.5 lb
5.0 lb
6.5 lb
8.1 lb
10.5 lb
14.5 lb
17.0 lb
20.0 lb
26.0 lb
29.0 lb
34.0 lb
40.0 lb
45.0 lb
55.0 lb
pounds
1,200 lb
1,600 lb
2,600 lb
3,600 lb
4,800 lb
6,300 lb
7,900 lb
10,000 lb
13,500 lb
15,300 lb
19,000 lb
25,000 lb
27,200 lb
32,000 lb
37,500 lb
41,500 lb
52,000 lb
Samson
MBS*
pounds
1,100 lb
1,400 lb
2,300 lb
3,200 lb
4,300 lb
5,700 lb
7,100 lb
9,000 lb
12,200 lb
13,800 lb
17,100 lb
22,500 lb
24,500 lb
28,800 lb
33,800 lb
37,400 lb
46,800 lb
Size
Diameter
millimeters
5 mm
6 mm
8 mm
9 mm
11 mm
12 mm
14 mm
16 mm
18 mm
20 mm
22 mm
24 mm
26 mm
28 mm
30 mm
32 mm
36 mm
Applications
> Hand lines
> Block lines

100 M
Strength*
Samson
MBS*
Kilograms
Kilograms
Kilograms
1.5 kg
2.2 kg
3.7 kg
5.2 kg
7.4 kg
9.7 kg
12.1 kg
15.6 kg
21.6 kg
25.3 kg
29.8 kg
38.7 kg
43.2 kg
50.6 kg
59.5 kg
67.0 kg
81.8 kg
540 kg
730 kg
1,200 kg
1,600 kg
2,200 kg
2,900 kg
3,600 kg
4,500 kg
6,100 kg
6,900 kg
8,600 kg
11,300 kg
12,300 kg
14,500 kg
17,000 kg
18,800 kg
23,600 kg
490 kg
650 kg
1,100 kg
1,500 kg
2,000 kg
2,600 kg
3,200 kg
4,100 kg
5,500 kg
6,200 kg
7,800 kg
10,200 kg
11,100 kg
13,100 kg
15,300 kg
16,900 kg
21,200 kg
Specific Gravity:
1.14
10%.................... 5.5%
20%.................. 10.0%
30%.................. 12.1%
> Eye splice
*Spliced strength
18
SamsonRope.com
3-Strand Twisted
SSR-100-3
Product Code: 200
Durable and economical
Features
Applications
> High-strength polyester fiber

wrapped over high-tenacity
Ultra-Blue fiber
> Durable
Size
Diameter
inches
Specific Gravity:
1.18
10%....................1.6%
20%....................3.5%
30%....................4.7%
> Eye splice
Size
Diameter
millimeters
3/16"
1/4"
5/16"
3/8"
7/16"
1/2"
9/16"
5/8"
> Hand lines

> Block lines
> Economical
> Hockle resistant
> Easily spliced in the field
5 mm
6 mm
8 mm
9 mm
11 mm
12 mm
14 mm
16 mm
Size
Circ.
INCHES
9/16"
3/4"
1"
1-1/8"
1-1/4"
1-1/2"
1-3/4"
2"
Weight Per
100 Ft.
pounds
0.8 lb
1.4 lb
2.4 lb
3.9 lb
4.9 lb
6.5 lb
8.5 lb
9.5 lb
Weight Per Samson Avg. Samson Avg.

100 M
Strength
Strength
Kilograms
pounds
Kilograms
1.2 kg
2.1 kg
3.6 kg
5.8 kg
7.3 kg
9.7 kg
12.6 kg
14.1 kg
1,000 lb
1,800 lb
2,800 lb
4,100 lb
5,100 lb
6,900 lb
9,100 lb
10,000 lb
450 kg
820 kg
1,300 kg
1,900 kg
2,300 kg
3,100 kg
4,100 kg
4,500 kg
Samson
MBS
Samson
MBS
pounds
Kilograms
900 lb
1,600 lb
2,500 lb
3,700 lb
4,600 lb
6,200 lb
8,200 lb
9,000 lb
410 kg
730 kg
1,100 kg
1,700 kg
2,100 kg
2,800 kg
3,700 kg
4,100 kg
*Spliced strength

SSR-1200-3
Product Code: 220
As strong and durable as polyester, but lighter in weight
Features
Applications
> Compound plied-polyester

yarn and Ultra-Blue fiber
> Higher strength
> Durable
Size
Diameter
Size
Circ.
inches
Specific Gravity:
1.20
10%....................1.5%
20%....................3.2%
30%....................4.0%
> Eye splice
3/4"
13/16"
7/8"
1"
1-1/8"
1-1/4"
1-5/16"
1-1/2"
1-5/8"
1-3/4"
2"
2-1/8"
2-1/4"
2-1/2"
2-5/8"
3"
3-1/4"
> Hand lines

> Block lines
> Economical
> Lighter weight than an
all-polyester rope
INCHES
2-1/4"
2-1/2"
2-3/4"
3"
3-1/2"
3-3/4"
4"
4-1/2"
5"
5-1/2"
6"
6-1/2"
7"
7-1/2"
8"
9"
10"

100 Ft.
Strength
pounds
pounds
14.4 lb
17.3 lb
20.6 lb
25.6 lb
33.0 lb
39.4 lb
43.3 lb
56.2 lb
68.0 lb
78.4 lb
99.0 lb
111 lb
129 lb
156 lb
170 lb
221 lb
263 lb
14,800 lb
17,600 lb
20,900 lb
25,400 lb
32,800 lb
39,000 lb
43,000 lb
54,000 lb
65,000 lb
75,000 lb
94,000 lb
105,000 lb
120,000 lb
142,000 lb
156,000 lb
202,000 lb
240,000 lb
Samson
MBS
Size
Diameter

100 M
Strength
pounds
millimeters
Kilograms
13,300 lb
15,800 lb
18,800 lb
22,900 lb
29,500 lb
35,100 lb
38,700 lb
48,600 lb
58,500 lb
67,500 lb
84,600 lb
94,500 lb
108,000 lb
128,000 lb
140,000 lb
182,000 lb
216,000 lb
18 mm
20 mm
22 mm
24 mm
28 mm
30 mm
32 mm
36 mm
40 mm
44 mm
48 mm
52 mm
56 mm
60 mm
64 mm
72 mm
80 mm
21.4 kg
25.7 kg
30.7 kg
38.1 kg
49.1 kg
58.6 kg
64.4 kg
83.6 kg
101 kg
117 kg
147 kg
166 kg
192 kg
232 kg
253 kg
328 kg
391 kg
Samson
MBS
Kilograms
Kilograms
6,700 kg
8,000 kg
9,500 kg
11,500 kg
14,900 kg
17,700 kg
19,500 kg
24,500 kg
29,500 kg
34,000 kg
42,600 kg
47,600 kg
54,400 kg
64,400 kg
70,800 kg
91,600 kg
109,000 kg
6,000 kg
7,200 kg
8,500 kg
10,400 kg
13,400 kg
15,900 kg
17,600 kg
22,000 kg
26,500 kg
30,600 kg
38,400 kg
42,900 kg
49,000 kg
58,000 kg
63,700 kg
82,500 kg
98,000 kg
*Spliced strength
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19
3-Strand Twisted
Ultra Blue Fiber
Samson Ultra-Blue is our

proprietary bi-polymer
polyolefin. Ropes made
with Ultra-Blue are 30% to
35% higher in strength than
equivalent polypropylene
constructions, increasing
the life of these ropes up to
three times. They repel water,
resist UV degradation, have
excellent grip, and are abrasion
resistant. These features mean
buying a smaller rope without
compromising strength and
wear life. In the end, you save
moneythe best feature yet.
Ultra Blue-3
Product Code: 130
Lighter in weight and more durable than polypropylene
Features
Size
Diameter
Size
Circ.
inches
1/4"
5/16"
3/8"
7/16"
1/2"
9/16"
5/8"
3/4"
7/8"
1"
1-1/8"
1-1/4"
1-5/16"
1-1/2"
INCHES
Applications
> Excellent grip

> Repels water
> UV resistant
> Lightweight
> Has good dielectric
properties
> Samsons proprietary

bi-polymer polyolefin fiber
> 30 to 35% stronger than
standard polypropylene
> Durable
> Abrasion Resistant

100 Ft.
Strength*
3/4"
1"
1-1/8"
1-1/4"
1-1/2"
1-3/4"
2"
2-1/4"
2-3/4"
3"
3-1/2"
3-3/4"
4"
4-1/2"
pounds
pounds
1.1 lb
2.1 lb
2.6 lb
3.1 lb
4.5 lb
6.3 lb
8.0 lb
10.2 lb
15.8 lb
18.6 lb
24.7 lb
28.9 lb
32.5 lb
41.2 lb
1,700 lb
2,600 lb
3,700 lb
4,600 lb
6,100 lb
8,400 lb
10,600 lb
12,000 lb
18,000 lb
22,600 lb
26,600 lb
33,000 lb
37,000 lb
42,000 lb
Samson
MBS*
pounds
1,500 lb
2,300 lb
3,300 lb
4,100 lb
5,500 lb
7,600 lb
9,500 lb
10,800 lb
16,200 lb
20,300 lb
23,900 lb
29,700 lb
33,300 lb
37,800 lb
> Hand line

> Pilot lines
> Block lines
> Tie-down lines
> Amusement parks
Size
Diameter
millimeters

100 M
Strength*
Samson
MBS*
Kilograms
Kilograms
Kilograms
1.6 kg
3.1 kg
3.9 kg
4.6 kg
6.7 kg
9.4 kg
11.9 kg
15.2 kg
23.5 kg
27.7 kg
36.8 kg
43.0 kg
48.4 kg
61.3 kg
770 kg
1,200 kg
1,700 kg
2,100 kg
2,800 kg
3,800 kg
4,800 kg
5,400 kg
8,200 kg
10,300 kg
12,100 kg
15,000 kg
16,800 kg
19,100 kg
690 kg
1,100 kg
1,500 kg
1,900 kg
2,500 kg
3,400 kg
4,300 kg
4,900 kg
7,300 kg
9,200 kg
10,900 kg
13,500 kg
15,100 kg
17,100 kg
6 mm
8 mm
9 mm
11 mm
12 mm
14 mm
16 mm
18 mm
22 mm
24 mm
28 mm
30 mm
32 mm
36 mm
*Spliced strength
Specific Gravity:
0.94
10%....................2.0%
20%....................4.8%
30%....................6.8%
> Eye splice
Hollow Braid
Lash-It
Zing-It
Product Code: 811
Product Code: 811
All-purpose accessory cord
Excellent throwing line with high visibility
Features
Applications
Features
Applications
> Single braid

> Dyneema fiber
> Samthane coating
> High strength-to weight ratio
> Low stretch
> Lightweight
> Climbing and

rigging
accessories
> Throwing line
> Single braid

> Dyneema fiber
> Samthane coating
> High strength-to weight ratio
> Low stretch
> Lightweight
> Climbing and

rigging
accessories
> Throwing line
Size
Diameter
Weight Per
100 Ft.
1.75 mm
1.75 mm
2.2 mm
2.2 mm
0.22 lb
0.72 lb
0.29 lb
0.96 lb
millimeters
*Unspliced strength
20
pounds
Samson Avg.
Strength*
pounds
500 lb
500 lb
650 lb
650 lb
Standard
Package
Lengths
180 ft tube
600 ft reel
180 ft tube
600 ft reel
Size
Diameter
Weight Per
100 Ft.
1.75 mm
1.75 mm
2.2 mm
2.2 mm
0.22 lb
1.20 lb
0.29 lb
1.600 lb
millimeters
pounds
Samson Avg.
Strength*
pounds
500 lb
500 lb
650 lb
650 lb
Standard
Package
Lengths
180 ft tube
1,000 ft reel
180 ft tube
1,000 ft reel
*Unspliced strength
SamsonRope.com
Specialty Braids
Static Rope
Product Code: 484
Meets or exceeds NFPA 1983 standards
Features
Size
Diameter
Specific Gravity:
1.24
10%....................3.2%
20%....................4.5%
30%....................6.0%
Applications
> Excellent shock

mitigation
> Retains shape
with use
> Kernmantle braid

> High tenacity nylon core
> Polyester cover
> Abrasion-resistant
Size
Circ.
inches
INCHES
3/8"
7/16"
1/2"
5/8"
1-1/8"
1-1/4"
1-1/2"
2"

100 Ft.
Strength*
pounds
4.2 lb
6.0 lb
8.0 lb
11.2 lb
pounds
5,700 lb
8,200 lb
11,000 lb
13,500 lb
> Specialty rigging

> Block and fall lines
> High-angle rescue

> Static rappelling
> Lifelines
> Stunts
Samson
MBS*
pounds
Size
Diameter
millimeters
4,800 lb 9.5
11
7,000 lb
13
9,400 lb
11,500 lb 15.5

100 M
Strength*
Samson
MBS*
Kilograms
Kilograms
Kilograms
6.2kg
8.9 kg
11.9 kg
16.7 kg
2,600 kg
3,700 kg
5,000 kg
6,100 kg
2,200 kg
3,200 kg
4,200 kg
5,200 kg
mm
mm
mm
mm
*Unspliced strength

> Eye splice
Not Spliceable
Not Spliceable
Demystifying Elongation, Stretch, and Creep

There's a full discussion of the various forms of
elongation in synthetic ropeselastic elongation,
hysteresis, permanent elongation while working,
permanent elongation after relaxed, and creepin the
technical section at the back of this catalog, butwhat
do you need to know about elongation? What happens
when a synthetic rope is placed under a load?
The first time a new rope is loaded, the braid compacts
slightly, and depending on the construction, small
helical changes take place. The result is a permanent
extension that will not change over the life of the rope.
By cycling the rope under a load a number of times
before you use it, this constructional elongation can be
eliminated.
Elastic elongation (EE) is a characteristic of the fibers(s)
used in the construction, and is the portion of the
extension that is immediately recoverable when the
load is released. Elastic elongation is expressed as
a percentage of the length at a standard load based
on a percentage (10%, 20%, or 30%) of the breaking
strength. Elastic elongation can only be reduced by
moving up to a larger diameter line, a line with higher
breaking strength, or a line with lower measured
elasticity.
SamsonRope.com
There is another form of elongation, called elastic

hysteresis, that is not recovered immediately when
a load is released, but over hours or even days.
Creep
Creep is the most misunderstood concept of
rope elongation. It is defined as fiber deformation
(elongation) caused by molecular slippage when a
rope is under a constant, static loading situation for
periods of weeksnot hours or minutes.
Some fibers such as polypropylene and HMPE
exhibit the characteristics of creep, but if minor
fluctuations occur in the rate and frequency of load
levels, these characteristics are negligible.
Not all high-modulus fibers have the same creep
characteristics. An exceptionally low creep fiber like
Vectran results in a line that performs well under
constant load, like Samsons Validator II
and Validator 12.
21
Chafe Protection
DC Gard
Product Code: 706
Maximum additional abrasion resistance
Features
> Made with Dyneema fiber
> Light and flexible
> Cut and abrasion resistant
> Superior durability
> Must be removed for
rope inspection
DC Gard
Size
SIZE C
SIZE D
SIZE E
SIZE F
> Fully repairable in

the field
> Available in small to
large sizes
Fits
Size Diameter *
Fits
Size Circ.
1" 1-1/4"
1-5/16" 1-3/4"
1-7/8" 2-1/2"
2-5/8" 3-1/8"
3" 3-1/2"
3-3/4' 5-1/2"
5-3/4" 6-1/2"
7" 8-3/4"
inches
INCHES
Fits
Size Diameter *
millimeters
24 30 mm
32 44 mm
46 60 mm
64 76 mm
Fits
Size Circ.
Millimeters
72 84 mm
90 132 mm
138 156 mm
168 210 mm
*Contact Customer Service to calculate size for installing over splice.

Also available to fit spliced areas of larger diameter ropes.
Dynalene
Product Code: 975
Added abrasion resistance and easy inspection
Features
> Made with Dyneema fiber
> Lightweight
> Cut and abrasion resistant
> Excellent durability
> Allows rope inspection
without removal
Dynalene
Size
SMALL
MEDIUM
LARGE
22
> Fully repairable in

the field
> Available in small to
extra large sizes
Fits
Size Diameter *
Fits
Size Circ.
7/8" 1-1/4"
1-5/16" 1-5/8"
1-3/4 " 3"
2-3/4 " 3-3/4"

4" 5"
5-1/2" 9"
inches
INCHES
Fits
Size Diameter *
millimeters
22 30 mm
32 40 mm
44 72 mm
Fits
Size Circ.
Millimeters
66 90 mm
96 120 mm
132 216 mm
SamsonRope.com
Vertical Lifelines
PTS-3 Nylon & 3-Strand Vertico

Vertical Lifelines
All lifelines are supplied with a permanently attached safety
rating tag, and shrink tube over splice areas. All plain ends
are heat sealed and protected with shrink tube.
Lifelines come in 25' to 750' lengths, (50' increments
from 100' on).
Terminations are available in the following configurations:
Safety
hook end
Permanently attached
safety rating tag
Thimble end
> Thimble one end

> Safety hook one end
> Thimble both ends
> Safety hook one end, thimble other
> Safety hook both ends
PTS-3 Nylon and Vertico are available in prespliced
fabricated lifelines or in unspliced bulk lengths of 600 ft.,
1,200 ft., and 2,400 ft. Bulk rope is supplied with no splices,
no tags, and no hardware.
Shrink tube over

splice areas
PTS-3 Nylon FIRM LAY LIFELINE
3-Strand Vertico FIRM LAY LIFELINE
PRODUCT Code: 660
PRODUCT Code: 230
Conforms to ANSI Z-359.1-2007

and meets California OSHA and
federal OSHA requirements
Features
Features
> Premium heat-set nylon

> High visibility orange
Samthane coating
> Abrasion and snag resistant
> Extended wear resistance
> Firm yet flexible
> High strength continuous

filament polyester surface
yarns wrapped over high
tenacity Ultra Blue fiber
> Excellent wear
> High strength-to-weight ratio
Diameter
inches
Min. Break
Strength
5/8"
SamsonRope.com
Conforms to ANSI Z-359.1-1992

and meets California OSHA and
federal OSHA requirements
POUNDs
10,800 lb
Diameter
inches
Min. Break
Strength
5/8"
POUNDs
9,400 lb
Specific Gravity:
1.14
Specific Gravity:
1.18

10%..................... 8.3%
20%....................12.1%
30%....................17.0%

10%..................... 1.6%
20%..................... 3.5%
30%..................... 4.7%
Rope stabilized from 200D 2. Ropes

cycled 50 times at each percent of
average break strength.
Rope stabilized from 200D 2. Ropes

cycled 50 times at each percent of
average break strength.

> Eye splice

> Eye splice
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Rope Tools
Whoopie Slings
Product Code: 689
Features
> A permanent eye splice at one end

and an adjustable eye at the other
> Adapts to varying loads
> Snug lifting control
> Minimizes the number of fixed
length slings required
> Three sizes to choose from
> Permanently tagged with capacity
Adjustable, load-rated two-eye lifting slings.

The sling has a permanent eye splice at
one end, and an adjustable eye at the
other end that allows it to adapt to loads of
various sizes. The adjustment allows snug
lifting control and minimizes the number
of fixed length slings required. Each sling
is permanently tagged with its capacity,
polybagged and shipped in a carton.
Adjustable lifting slings allow snug lifting control

and minimize the number of fixed lengths slings required.
Size
Diameter
INCHES
1/2 in
5/8 in
3/4 in
Color
Blue
Red
Orange
Unit Weight
Adjustment
Length
1.2 lb
1.7 lb
2.8 lb
2.5 4 ft
3 5 ft
3.5 6 ft
pounds
FEET
Permanent
Eye Size
Inches
5 in
6 in
7 in
1/2" (12 mm) diameter

2.54 ft. length, 5" permanent eye
Single Leg
Choker
Basket
pounds
pounds
pounds
2,200 lb
3,200 lb
4,200 lb
1,760 lb
2,560 lb
3,380 lb
4,400 lb
6,400 lb
8,400 lb

35 ft. length, 6" permanent eye
*Rated capacities are for slings in vertical lift use and spliced
in accordance with Samson factory procedure
Rated Capacities*
Table 1. Sling angle and load angle factor.
Sling Angle (from vertical)

Load Angle Factor
15
30
45
60
75
1.00
.966
.866
.707
.50
.259

3.56 ft. length, 7" permanent eye
For angles other than vertical, multiply by the Load Angle Factor in
the table shown to obtain the reduced rating based on the calculated
sling lift angle.
TreeRig Slings
Product Code: 690/691
Features
Tenex-TEC TreeRig 8" EYE-SPLICE
> Fabricated with Samson Stable

Braid and Tenex-TEC
> Eye splice on one end
> Commonly used to lash a block in
place to establish a false crotch
PRoduct Code: 690
Also known as a Dead Eye, Samson

TreeRig Slings are fabricated from
Samthane coated Stable Braid and
Tenex-TEC with an eye on one
end. These slings are commonly
used to lash a block in place to
establish a false crotch. Tie block
with a girth hitch for best
results.
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Size
Diameter
1/2"
5/8"
3/4"
7/8"
1"
Color
Blue
Red
Orange
Green
Yellow
Length
Feet
10', 12', 15'
6', 8', 10', 12', 16', 20'
8', 12', 15', 18', 20'
10', 14', 20'
12', 16', 20'
Stable braid TreeRig 6" EYE-SPLICE

PRoduct Code: 691
Size
Diameter
9/16"
5/8"
3/4"
7/8"
Color
Yellow
Red
Orange
Green
Length
Feet
6', 8', 10', 14', 20'
6', 8', 10', 14', 20'
6', 8', 10', 14', 20'
6', 8', 10', 14', 20'
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Rope Tools
Prespliced Winch Lines
Tenex-Tec Rope Tools
Winch lines can

be prespliced with
one or two eyes in
the listed products,
lengths, and sizes.
Make your own Rope Tools using Tenex-TEC:

Professional arborists have found Tenex-TEC to

be the perfect product for producing endless loop
slings, spider leg balancers, loopies, and
eye-and-eye tails.
Usage Guidelines for Slings:

Slings are specialized rope configurations designed

to assist lifting operations. While the type and
configuration of slings varies widely, some basic
loading information applies to all types.
When using a sling in a vertical lift situation, there

is no strength reduction in the rating of the sling.
However, as soon as a lift angle is introduced, there is
a significant impact to the slings strength rating and
that impact increases with the size of the angle. When
using slings always consider the lift angle and use the
following chart to obtain the corresponding strength
rating reduction for your lifting operation.
Winch Lines
Lengths
Diameters
AmSteel
AmSteel-Blue
AmSteel II Plus
50' 175'
50' 175'
3/8" 1-1/8"
3/8" 1-1/8"
(Coated and Uncoated)
50' 175'
1/2" 1-1/4"
AmSteel II
50' 175'
1/2" 1-1/4"
STABLE BRAID
50' 175'
1/2" 1-1/4"
Feet
INCHES
Table 2. Sling angle and load angle factor.
Sling Angle (from vertical)

Load Angle Factor
15
30
45
60
75
1.00
.966
.866
.707
.50
.259
For angles other than vertical, multiply by the Load Angle Factor in
the table shown to obtain the reduced rating based on the calculated
sling lift angle.
Technical Tips
Winding on a Winch
Winding Rope on the Winch Drum
Level winding: Using the appropriate amount of tension, wind

the rope evenly, without spaces across the drum of the winch.
The next level should wind over the previous layer of rope and
follow the valley between turns on the previous level. This pattern
is followed for all layers of rope,
with each layer of turns slightly
offset from the layer below.
The first layer (wrap) around the winch

drum should be put on closely and tightly.
The initial winding tension (load) should be
approximately 50 pounds. This will prevent
subsequent wraps from slipping down
between turns when tension is applied.
Samson winch lines tend to self-level.
Important: Samson recommends at least
four wraps* always be left on winch drum.
CROSS WINDING First Cross
CROSS WINDING Second Cross
LEVEL WINDING
Cross winding: When the rope is placed under load

it can dive, or push into, the previously wrapped level
below it. To avoid diving, cross winding is recommended.
When cross winding, start with two layers of level wound
rope using the appropriate back tension. At the end of the
second layer, pull the rope quickly across the drum, allow
it to wind one full turn at the side of the drum, then quickly
pull it back to the opposite side of the drum. This will
force the rope to cross in the middle, and form a barrier
that will prevent the rope from diving into the lower layers
of the drum when placed under load. Follow the cross
wound layer with two layers of level wound turns, then
form another cross. Repeat this pattern until the length of
rope is fully spooled onto the winch.
*IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to their low

coefficient of friction and high strength,
AmSteel and AmSteel-Blue lines must be
worked with at least eight wraps on the
drum at all times.
CROSS WINDING Level Layer
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Hardware: Nylite Assemblies
Nylite Connector Assembly

Product Code: 964
Working Details
Spools, shields, and

shackle assembly
Nylite connector assemblies
are easily installed into or
removed from a premade soft
eye. The Nylite spool is only
one-seventh the weight of a
steel spool. Nylite connectors
will not deform or rupture
from repeated loadings. The
shackle takes advantage
of the high-strength Nylite
connector and synthetic rope.
> Working loads in tons (2,000 lb).

> Working loads, as given, are based on the pin-bore relationship
provided by use of a Nylite shackle. When using a nonstandard
pin, the working load as given DOES NOT APPLY.
> HP aluminum spool available for use with high-performance
Class II ropes in sizes -1 through -5.
> Aluminum spools not recommended for continuous use in
submerged marine environments.
> All working load values are based on a 4:1 safety factor.
> Assembly rating is based on the use of the designated spool
and shackle. Spools used in conjunction with other hardware
are not rated by Samson.
The working
load limit (WLL)
is stamped on
each shackle.
NYLITE shields Product Code: 969
Nylite shields are designed for use with

specific rope, spool, and shackle sizes.
See the chart at right for information.
NYLITE shACKLES
Product Code: 961
For use with
Nylite sizes
-6 to -9
-9 (black)
-8 (black)
-7 (black)
-6 (yellow)
-5 (black) -4 (orange)
For use with

Nylite sizes
-1 to -5
-3 (green) -2 (red) -1 (blue)
NYLITE SPOOLs Product Code: 969
Nylite spools are available in

standard and high-performance
(HP) options. Standard spools
are lighter than steel and
recommended for use with Class I
ropes. HP aluminum spools allow
size-for-size use with Class II highperformance ropes.

Sizes -1 to -5

Sizes -6 to -9
Use yellow zinc

coated shackles
Use silver shackles
new -1 through -5 shackles are Electrolytic Zinc coated

per ASTM B633-07 SC2 Type II.
Sizes -6 through -9 shackles are hot-dip galvanized per
ASTM A123.
HP Aluminum Spool
(available in sizes -1 to -5)
Nylite Spool
(available in sizes -1 to -9)
Assembly rating is based on use of designated spool and

shackle. Spools used in conjunction with other hardware are
not rated by Samson.

Size
Spool
Inside Dia.
Spool
Outside Dia.
-1
-2
-3
-4
-5
-6
-7
-8
-9
.46 in.
.58 in.
.64 in.
.89 in.
1.02 in.
1.54 in.
1.75 in.
2.00 in.
2.25 in.
1.50 in.
1.75 in.
2.25 in.
3.00 in.
3.75 in.
5.00 in.
6.25 in.
7.25 in.
9.00 in.
Pin*
Diameter
.44 in.
.56 in.
.63 in.
.88 in.
1.00 in.
1.50 in.
1.63 in.
1.75 in.
2.00 in.
.88 in.
1.13 in.
1.38 in.
1.75 in.
2.13 in.
2.63 in.
3.25 in.
3.75 in.
4.63 in.
1.08 in.
1.21 in.
1.61 in.
1.90 in.
2.15 in.
3.14 in.
3.75 in.
4.13 in.
5.06 in.
1.11 in. 2.41 in.

1.38 in. 3.11 in.
1.77 in. 3.54 in.
2.29 in. 4.70 in.
2.85 in. 5.55 in.
3.80 in. 7.75 in.
4.80 in. 8.90 in.
5.61 in. 10.13 in.
6.95 in. 12.15 in.
*Sizes -1 to -5 are supplied with jam nuts and cotter pins. Larger sizes have cotter pins and standard nuts.
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.38 in. 1.99 in.

.50 in. 2.38 in.
.56 in. 3.02 in.
.75 in. 3.79 in.
.88 in. 4.85 in.
1.37 in. 6.30 in.
1.50 in. 7.93 in.
1.75 in. 9.24 in.
2.00 in. 11.45 in.
SHACKLE
2.34 in.
2.88 in.
3.70 in.
4.71 in.
5.95 in.
7.85 in.
9.89 in.
11.47 in.
14.28 in.
SHEILD
SPOOL
C
PATENT PENDING
SLEEVE
ROPE
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Hardware: Nylite Assemblies

Class I Assembly Nylite Assembly with Nylon Spool
Fits Rope
Circumference
Samson
Minimum
Eye Size
Assembly
Working
Load
Weight
Each
TONS
POUNDS
Fits Rope
Diameter
Samson
Minimum
Eye Size
Fits Rope
Circumference
Working
Load
Weight
Each
Shackle
Type
Size
Shield
Color
MIN.
MAX
INCHES
Product
Code
MIN.
MAX
MIN.
MAX
MM
TONS
KG
Zinc Plated
-1
Blue
3/8 in.
1/2 in.
1-1/8 in. 1-1/2 in.
2-3/16 in.
964-0320
1.1 tons
0.5 lb
10 mm
13 mm
29 mm
38 mm
56 mm
1.1 tons
0.2 kg
Zinc Plated
-2
Red
9/16 in.
5/8 in.
1-3/4 in.
2-3/4 in.
964-0400
1.6 tons
1.0 lb
14 mm
16 mm
44 mm
51 mm
70 mm
1.6 tons
0.5 kg
Zinc Plated
-3
Green
3/4 in.
13/16 in. 2-1/4 in. 2-1/2 in.
3-3/4 in.
964-0520
2.5 tons
1.6 lb
19 mm
21 mm
57 mm
64 mm
95 mm
2.5 tons
0.7 kg
Zinc Plated
-4
Orange
7/8 in.
1-1/16 in. 2-3/4 in. 3-1/4 in.
4-7/8 in.
964-0680
4.5 tons
3.8 lb
22 mm
27 mm
70 mm
83 mm
124 mm
4.5 tons
1.7 kg
Zinc Plated
-5
Black
1-1/8 in. 1-5/16 in. 3-1/2 in.
6-1/8 in.
964-0840
7.5 tons
6.2 lb
29 mm
33 mm
89 mm
102 mm
156 mm
7.5 tons
2.8 kg
Galvanized
-6
Yellow
1-1/2 in.
1-3/4 in.
7-5/8 in.
964-1120
12.5 tons
19 lb
38 mm
44 mm
114 mm
140 mm
194 mm
12.5 tons
8.6 kg
Galvanized
-7
Black
2 in.
2-1/4 in.
6 in.
7 in.
9-3/4 in.
964-1440
20.0 tons
24 lb
51 mm
57 mm
152 mm
178 mm
248 mm
20.0 tons
10.9 kg
Galvanized
-8
Black
2-1/2 in.
2-5/8 in.
7-1/2 in.
8 in.
11-1/4 in.
964-1680
25.0 tons
38 lb
64 mm
67 mm
191 mm
203 mm
286 mm
25.0 tons
17.2 kg
Galvanized
-9
Black
2-3/4 in.
3 1/4 in.
8-1/2 in.
10 in.
14 in.
964-2080
35.0 tons
64 lb
70 mm
83 mm
216 mm
254 mm
356 mm
35.0 tons
29.0 kg
Assembly
Working
Load
Weight
Each
Fits Rope Diameter
MIN.
MAX
2 in.
4 in.
4-1/2 in. 5-1/2 in.
Class II Assembly Nylite Assembly with HP Aluminum Spool

Shackle
Type
Fits Rope
Diameter
Fits Rope
Circumference
Samson
Minimum
Eye Size
Fits Rope
Circumference
Samson
Minimum
Eye Size
Working
Load
Weight
Each
Size
MIN.
MAX
TONS
POUNDS
MIN.
MAX
MIN.
MAX
MM
TONS
KG
Zinc Plated
-1
Blue
3/8 in.
1/2 in.
1-1/8 in. 1-1/2 in. 2-3/16 in.
964-0321
2.7 tons
0.53 lb
10 mm
13 mm
29 mm
38 mm
56 mm
2.7 tons
1.2 kg
Zinc Plated
-2
Red
9/16 in.
5/8 in.
1-3/4 in.
Zinc Plated
-3
Green
3/4 in.
13/16 in.
Zinc Plated
-4
Orange
7/8 in.
Zinc Plated
-5
Black
MIN.
MAX
INCHES
Product
Code
Fits Rope
Diameter
Shield
Color
2-3/4 in.
964-0401
4.8 tons
1.06 lb
14 mm
16 mm
44 mm
51 mm
70 mm
4.8 tons
2.3 kg
2-1/4 in. 2-1/2 in.
3-3/4 in.
964-0521
5.8 tons
1.75 lb
19 mm
21 mm
57 mm
64 mm
95 mm
5.8 tons
3.9 kg
1-1/16 in. 2-3/4 in. 3-1/4 in.
4-7/8 in.
964-0681
11.5 tons
4.11 lb
22 mm
27 mm
70 mm
83 mm
124 mm
11.5 tons
9.1 kg
6-1/8 in.
964-0841
14.0 tons
6.78 lb
29 mm
33 mm
89 mm
102 mm
156 mm
14.0 tons
14.9 kg
1-1/8 in. 1-5/16 in. 3-1/2 in.
2 in.
4 in.
Technical Tips
Rope Capacity of a Winch Drum
Boom-Sheave Recommendations
To assure maximum efficiency and safety, the boom-sheave
diameter should be no less than eight times the ropes diameter.
The sheaves groove
Groove
diameter should be no less
Diameter
than 10% greater than the
8-inch
rope diameter, and the
Diameter
Rope
groove should be round in
Sheave
Diameter
shape, not V" shaped.
Twisted / plaited:
10 times rope diameter
Braided:
SamsonRope.com
1-inch
Diameter
Rope
8:1
Ratio
The formula for determining the length of rope that will

fit on a winch drum is
Length to be
=
stored (feet)
A (B2 C2)
15.3 (rope dia.)2
(Where A, B, C, and rope

diameter are expressed
in inches and length (L)
is expressed in feet.)
No less than
10% greater
than rope
diamter
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Hardware
Snatch Block
Recessed
Grease
Fitting
Product Code: 915
> Maximizes a two-part lifting system

> Doesnt over-stress synthetic rope
> Exclusive high-strength sheave reduces weight while providing
proper radius and groove shape to eliminate rope wear
> Swivel plate with locking bolt for easy and fast changeover
> Hook swivels under no- or low-load conditions
Data Plate
Side Plates
with full radius
on edges
Latch Pin
and Handle
> Hook opening with latch (B) is 1.5"
Safety
Latch
> Overall length (A) 23.0"

Size
Working
Load
(Lbs. Each)
7/8"1-1/8"
8 ton
33 lb
Inches
Nylite Sheave
Weight
Hook and Yoke

Assembly
Blue Line Thimble
Product Code: 930
The Blue Line Thimble is compatible with Samsons

high-performance, high-modulus synthetic fiber rope
products such as AmSteel -Blue, Force-8, and DPX-75.
The tubular gusseted design creates a high-strength
thimble that protects the rope and maintains the proper
bending radius when connected to mating hardware.
F
B
Stainless Steel

Size Range
Diameter
INCHES

3/8 7/16 in.
1/2* in.
9/16 in.
5/8* in.
3/4 in.
13/16 7/8* in.
1* in.
1-1/16* in.
1-1/8 1-5/16 in.
1-3/8 1-1/2* in.
1-5/8 1-11/16 in.
1-3/4 2* in.
Size Range
Circumference
INCHES
1-1/8 1-1/4 in.

1-1/2 in.
1-3/4 in.
2 in.
2-1/4 in.
2-1/2 2-3/4 in.
3 in.
3-1/4 in.
3-1/2 4 in.
4-1/8 4-1/2 in.
5 5-1/4 in.
5-1/2 6 in.
Thimble
A
B
C
D
E
F
Weight
Painted / Powder Coated

C
INCHES
INCHES
INCHES
INCHES
INCHES
MILLIMETERS
Size Range
Circumference
INCHES
Size Range
Diameter
POUNDS
MILLIMETERS
KILOGRAMS
Thimble
Weight
mm
mm
mm
mm
mm
mm
0.8 lb
1.1 lb
1.2 lb
1.4 lb
2.0 lb
2.8 lb
3.6 lb
4.5 lb
5.8 lb
7.5 lb
10.3 lb
10.8 lb
0.5 in.
0.6 in.
0.7 in.
0.8 in.
0.9 in.
1.0 in.
1.1 in.
1.2 in.
1.4 in.
1.8 in.
2.0 in.
2.2 in.
3.3 in.
3.7 in.
3.9 in.
4.4 in.
4.9 in.
5.9 in.
6.2 in.
6.7 in.
7.5 in.
9.0 in.
10.0 in.
10.6 in.
0.9 in.
1.1 in.
1.1 in.
1.3 in.
1.4 in.
1.8 in.
1.8 in.
1.9 in.
2.4 in.
2.8 in.
3.0 in.
3.2 in.
0.2 in.
0.2 in.
0.2 in.
0.2 in.
0.2 in.
0.3 in.
0.3 in.
0.3 in.
0.3 in.
0.3 in.
0.3 in.
0.3 in.
0.3 in.
0.4 in.
0.4 in.
0.5 in.
0.6 in.
0.6 in.
0.6 in.
0.7 in.
0.9 in.
1.1 in.
1.4 in.
1.2 in.
0.9 in.
1.2 in.
1.5 in.
1.8 in.
1.9 in.
2.4 in.
2.2 in.
2.7 in.
2.9 in.
3.7 in.
3.8 in.
3.9 in.
9 11 mm
12 mm
14 mm
16 mm
18 mm
20 22 mm
24 mm
26 mm
28 32 mm
34 36 mm
40 42 mm
44 48 mm
27 33 mm
36 mm
42 mm
48 mm
54 mm
60 66 mm
72 mm
78 mm
84 96 mm
102 108 mm
120 126 mm
132 144 mm
0.4 kg
0.5 kg
0.6 kg
0.7 kg
0.9 kg
1.3 kg
1.6 kg
2.0 kg
2.6 kg
3.4 kg
4.7 kg
4.9 kg
12 mm
15 mm
17 mm
19 mm
22 mm
25 mm
28 mm
30 mm
35 mm
45 mm
50 mm
55 mm
84 mm
95 mm
100 mm
112 mm
125 mm
150 mm
157 mm
170 mm
190 mm
228 mm
255 mm
268 mm
23 mm
27 mm
27 mm
32 mm
35 mm
45 mm
45 mm
47 mm
60 mm
70 mm
75 mm
80 mm
4.0 mm
5.0 mm
5.0 mm
5.0 mm
5.0 mm
6.3 mm
7.0 mm
7.0 mm
7.0 mm
7.0 mm
7.0 mm
7.5 mm
8 mm
10 mm
10 mm
12 mm
15 mm
16 mm
16 mm
18 mm
22 mm
27 mm
35 mm
31 mm
24 mm
31 mm
38 mm
46 mm
47 mm
61 mm
56 mm
68 mm
73 mm
94 mm
97 mm
99 mm
*These sizes also available in stainless steel
Bronze Thimble
Product Code: 920
Bronze Rope Thimbles are made from a high strength, noncorrosive, nonsparking nickle-aluminum bronze
alloy. This rope thimble was developed primarily for use with nylon, manila, polypropylene, and polyvinyl
chloride ropes. Four rings or keepers secure the rope from jumping out of the thimble. Seventeen sizes are
available in rope-diameter sizes from 3/8" to 4-3/4".

Rope
Diameter
INCHES
3/8 7/16 in.

1/2 9/16 in.
5/8 3/4 in.
3/16 15/16 in.
1 in.
1-1/8 1-1/4 in.
1-5/16 in.
1-1/2 in.
1-5/8 in.
1-3/4 in.
2 in.
2-1/8 in.
2-1/4 in.
2-5/8 in.
3 in.
3-1/4 in.
3-3/4 in.
4-3/4 in.
Rope
Circumference
A
B
C
D
G
H
T
INCHES
1-1/8 1-1/4 in.

1-1/2 1-3/4 in.
2 2-1/4 in.
2-1/2 2-3/4 in.
3 in.
3-1/2 3-3/4 in.
4 in.
4-1/2 in.
5 in.
5-1/2 in.
6 in.
6-1/2 in.
7 in.
8 in.
9 in.
10 in.
12 in.
15 16 in.
7/8 in.
1 in.
1-1/8 in.
1-1/4 in.
1-5/8 in.
1-7/8 in.
2-1/8 in.
2-3/8 in.
2-5/8 in.
2-7/8 in.
3-1/8 in.
3-1/2 in.
3-7/8 in.
4-3/8 in.
4-7/8 in.
5-3/8 in.
8 in.
9 in.
1-1/2 in.
9/16 in.
1-5/8 in.
11/16 in.
2 in.
7/8 in.
2-5/16 in. 1-1/16 in.
2-3/4 in. 1-3/16 in.
3-1/16 in. 1-7/16 in.
3-5/8 in.
1-1/2 in.
4-1/16 in. 1-11/16 in.
4-1/2 in. 1-13/16 in.
4-15/16 in.
2 in.
5-3/8 in.
2-1/4 in.
5-13/16 in.
2-3/8 in.
6-1/4 in.
2-/12 in.
7 in.
2-7/8 in.
8 in.
3-1/4 in.
9-1/4 in.
3-1/2 in.
10 in.
4 in.
12-1/2 in.
6-3/8 in.
3/4 in.
29/32 in.
1-1/8 in.
1-3/8 in.
1-9/16 in.
1-27/32 in.
1-15/16 in.
2-5/32 in.
2-5/16 in.
2-17/32 in.
2-13/16 in.
2-31/32 in.
3-1/8 in.
3-5/8 in.
4-1/8 in.
4-1/2 in.
5-3/8 in.
8-3/8 in.
2-1/16 in. 2-7/16 in.

2-3/8 in. 2-13/16 in.
3-1/8 in.
3-1/2 in.
3-3/4 in. 4-3/16 in.
4-1/4 in. 4-11/16 in.
5-1/16 in. 5-3/16 in.
5-1/2 in. 5-13/16 in.
6-1/4 in.
6-1/2 in.
6-3/4 in. 7-1/16 in.
7-3/8 in.
7-3/4 in.
8-3/8 in.
8-5/8 in.
9 in.
9-1/8 in.
9-3/8 in.
9-5/8 in.
10-5/8 in. 10-3/4 in.
11-3/4 in. 12-1/8 in.
13-1/8 in. 13-7/8 in.
14-5/8 in. 15-1/2 in.
22-7/8 in. 21-1/2 in.
3/32 in.
7/64 in.
1/8 in.
5/32 in.
3/16 in.
13/64 in.
7/32 in.
15/64 in.
1/4 in.
17/64 in.
9/32 in.
19/64 in.
5/16 in.
3/8 in.
7/16 in.
1/2 in.
11/16 in.
1 in.
Shackle
Size
Estimated
Weight
INCHES
POUNDS
3/8 in.
3/8 in.
1/2 in.
5/8 in.
3/4 in.
7/8 in.
7/8 in.
1 in.
1-1/8 in.
1-1/4 in.
1-1/4 in.
1-3/8 in.
1-1/2 in.
1-5/8 in.
2 in.
2 in.
-
-
0.2 lb
0.4 lb
0.6 lb
0.9 lb
1.6 lb
2.1 lb
2.6 lb
3.7 lb
4.8 lb
6.8 lb
7.7 lb
9.5 lb
11.0 lb
16.5 lb
25.0 lb
38.0 lb
60.0 lb
225.0 lb
Dimensions are approximate within standard foundry practice.
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Rope Splicing
What is a Fid Length?
The fid length of a rope is calculated as 21 times the rope

diameter. For example, the fid length for a 4" diameter rope
is 84". However, the length of a fid may or may not have a
1:1 correlation with the fid length for a given rope diameter.
To keep fids to a manageable length, they may be scaled to the
actual fid length of a given rope diameter. Our tubular fids are
scaled 100%, meaning that the overall length of the tool is equal
to the actual fid length for the corresponding rope diameter. Our
wire fids are half the scale, meaning that the length of the tool is
half the actual fid length for the corresponding rope diameter.
The short section length is calculated as a percentage of the
fid length. For sizes 1/4" to 1/2", the short section is 37.5%
of the fid length. For 9/16" to 3/4", the short section is 25% of
the fid length.
Wire Fid
Product
Code
Fid Size/Rope Dia.
1-1/8 in.
1-1/4 in.
1-5/16 in.
1-1/2 in.
1-5/8 in.
1-3/4 in.
2 in.
2-1/8 in.
2-1/4 in.
2-1/2 in.
2-5/8 in.
2-3/4 in.
3 in.
3-1/4 in.
905
905
905
905
905
905
905
905
905
905
905
905
905
905
A different sized splicing fid is required for each size rope.

When ordering be sure to specify the proper size fid (see chart).

Product
Code
901

901
901
901
901
901
901
901
901
901
Short Fid
Section Length
12-1/4 in.
13-1/4 in.
14 in.
16 in.
17-1/2 in.
19 in.
21 in.
23 in.
25 in.
26 in.
28 in.
30 in.
32 in.
35 in.
3 in.
3-1/4 in.
3-1/2 in.
4 in.
4-1/2 in.
4-3/4 in.
5-1/4 in.
5-3/4 in.
6 in.
6-1/2 in.
7 in.
7-1/2 in.
8 in.
8-3/4 in.
*Dimensions
and Lengths are
to 1/2 scale
Total Length
Tubular Fid
Total
Fid Length
Dimensions
Fid Size/Rope Dia.
Total
Fid Length
1/4 in.
5/16 in.
3/8 in.
7/16 in.
1/2 in.
9/16 in.
5/8 in.
3/4 in.
7/8 in.
1 in.
5-1/2 in.
6-3/4 in.
7-3/4 in.
9-1/2 in.
11 in.
12-1/4 in.
14 in.
16 in.
19 in.
21 in.
Short Fid
Section Length
Pusher
2-1/16 in.
2-1/2 in.
2-7/8 in.
3-9/16 in.
4-1/8 in.
3-5/8 in.
4-1/8 in.
4-3/4 in.
4-3/4 in.
5-1/4 in.
Product
Code
Small
Small
Small
Small
Small
Large
Large
Large
Large
Large
913
913
913
913
913
914
914
914
914
914
Short Section
Selma Fid
> Made from highly polished stainless steel
> Patented worldwide
> Available in sets only
> Used to splice single braid lines from 1/8" to 9/16",
or double braid and 3-strand rope up to 1-1/8" diameter
Product Code
Kit Size
Includes Fid #s
903
Set of 5
4, 5.5, 7.5, 10, 13
Short Section
of fid
Rope Diameter
1/8" 9/16" (single braid) up to

1-1/8" diameter (double braid or 3-strand)
Pusher
Product Code
913
914
Rope Size
Small
Large
Diameter
1/4"1/2"
9/16"1"
Splicing Instructions
As depicted in this catalog (page 5), our rope constructions are
stated as Class I and Class II ropes (see glossary of terms) and
each type of rope class requires unique splicing procedures.
Splicing and Knots
Splices should be used instead of knots whenever possible
because knots can decrease rope strength up to fifty percent.
When splices are used, always use the manufacturers
recommended splicing procedures. When knots are used, be sure
to take into consideration the knots corresponding reduction to the
rope strength and adjust your working load accordingly.
For decades, Samson has been known

for supplying the most comprehensive
splice instructions in the industry. Our
Splicing Manual and DVDs are no
exception, get your copy today.
Splicing Manual & DVDs

Splicing Kits
Call customer service +1 360.384.4669 to

order your copy or available for download
at SamsonRope.com.
The Samson Splice Training

Kit comes complete with
a fid, pusher, instructions
for a double braid eye
splice, and two lengths
of double braided ropes.
The Samson Splicing Kit comes
with five aluminum tubular fids
(size range 1/4" through 1/2" diameter).
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Comparison Data
12-Strand
Average Strength
AmSteel
Size
Diameter
Size
Diameter
Size
Circ.
AmSteel-Blue
ML-12
Quantum-12
Tech-12
Validator-12
Samson Avg. Samson Avg. Samson Avg. Samson Avg. Samson Avg. Samson Avg. Samson Avg. Samson Avg. Samson Avg. Samson Avg. Samson Avg. Samson Avg.
Strength
Strength
Strength
Strength
Strength
Strength
Strength
Strength
Strength
Strength
Strength
Strength
inches
millimeters
INCHES
pounds
Kilograms
3/16"
5 mm
9/16"
5,400 lb
2,400 kg
1/4"
6 mm
3/4"
7,400 lb
3,400 kg
5/16"
8 mm
1"
10,500 lb
3/8"
9 mm
1-1/8"
7/16"
11 mm
1/2"
9/16"
pounds
Kilograms
pounds
Kilograms
pounds
Kilograms
5,400 lb
2,400 kg
5,600 lb
2,500 kg
5,500 lb
2,500 kg
8,600 lb
3,900 kg
8,200 lb
3,700 kg
9,400 lb
4,300 kg
4,800 kg
13,700 lb
6,200 kg
13,000 lb
5,900 kg
14,000 lb
6,400 kg
15,500 lb
7,000 kg
19,600 lb
8,900 kg
18,000 lb
8,200 kg
19,500 lb
8,800 kg
1-1/4"
18,000 lb
8,200 kg
23,900 lb
10,800 kg
11,500 lb
5,200 kg
28,000 lb 12,700 kg
23,500 lb
10,700 kg
12 mm
1-1/2"
27,500 lb
12,500 kg
34,000 lb
15,400 kg
16,500 lb
7,500 kg
33,000 lb 15,000 kg
14 mm
1-3/4"
34,000 lb
15,400 kg
40,500 lb
18,400 kg
20,000 lb
9,100 kg
5/8"
16 mm
2"
40,700 lb
18,500 kg
52,800 lb
24,000 kg
25,000 lb
11,300 kg
3/4"
18 mm
2-1/4"
52,000 lb
23,600 kg
64,400 lb
29,200 kg
32,000 lb
14,500 kg
20,500 kg
13/16"
20 mm
2-1/2"
61,000 lb
27,700 kg
7/8"
22 mm
2-3/4"
74,000 lb
33,600 kg
90,800 lb
41,200 kg
62,500 lb
28,400 kg
1"
24 mm
3"
90,000 lb
40,800 kg
109,000 lb
49,400 kg
82,500 lb 37 ,400 kg
1-1/8"
28 mm
3-1/2"
110,000 lb
49,900 kg
148,000 lb
67,100 kg
105,000 lb
47,600 kg
1-1/4"
30 mm
3-3/4"
125,000 lb
56,700 kg
165,000 lb
75,000 kg
131,000 lb
59,400 kg
1-5/16"
32 mm
4"
135,000 lb
61,200 kg
184,000 lb
83,600 kg
146,000 lb
66,200 kg
1-1/2"
36 mm
4-1/2"
175,000 lb
79,400 kg
228,000 lb 103,000 kg
191,000 lb
86,600 kg
45,300 lb
pounds
Kilograms
pounds
Kilograms
35,000 lb
15,900 kg
43,000 lb
19,500 kg
43,000 lb 19,500 kg
55,000 lb
24,900 kg
65,000 lb 29,500 kg
84,000 lb 38,100 kg
102,000 lb 46,300 kg
Weight Per 100 feet / 100 meters

AmSteel
Size
Diameter
inches
millimeters
Size
Diameter
INCHES
Size
Circ.
Weight Per
100 Ft.
3/16"
5 mm
9/16"
1.0 lb
1.5 kg
1/4"
6 mm
3/4"
1.6 lb
2.4 kg
5/16"
8 mm
1"
2.7 lb
3/8"
9 mm
1-1/8"
7/16"
11 mm
1/2"
Quantum-12
Kilograms
Weight Per
100 M
Weight Per
100 Ft.
pounds
Kilograms
1.0 lb
1.5 kg
1.3 lb
1.9 kg
1.3 lb
1.9 kg
1.6 lb
2.4 kg
1.9 lb
2.8 kg
2.2 lb
3.3 kg
4.0 kg
2.7 lb
4.0 kg
3.2 lb
4.8 kg
3.6 lb
5.4 kg
3.6 lb
5.4 kg
3.6 lb
5.4 kg
4.3 lb
6.4 kg
4.6 lb
6.8 kg
1-1/4"
4.2 lb
6.2 kg
4.2 lb
6.2 kg
4.2 lb
6.2 kg
6.7 lb
10.0 kg
6.1 lb
9.1 kg
12 mm
1-1/2"
6.4 lb
9.5 kg
6.4 lb
9.5 kg
6.4 lb
9.5 kg
8.0 lb
11.9 kg
8.8 lb
13.1 kg
9/16"
14 mm
1-3/4"
7.9 lb
11.8 kg
7.9 lb
11.8 kg
7.9 lb
11.8 kg
10.8 lb
16.1 kg
5/8"
16 mm
2"
10.2 lb
15.2 kg
10.2 lb
15.2 kg
10.2 lb
15.2 kg
13.5 lb
20.1 kg
14.0 lb
20.8 kg
3/4"
18 mm
2-1/4"
13.3 lb
19.8 kg
13.3 lb
19.8 kg
13.3 lb
19.8 kg
11.8 lb
17.6 kg
19.3 lb
28.7 kg
13/16"
20 mm
2-1/2"
15.8 lb
23.5 kg
7/8"
22 mm
2-3/4"
19.6 lb
29.2 kg
19.6 lb
29.2 kg
15.2 lb
22.6 kg
25.3 lb
37.6 kg
1"
24 mm
3"
21.8 lb
32.4 kg
21.8 lb
32.4 kg
21.0 lb
31.2 kg
31.1 lb
46.3 kg
1-1/8"
28 mm
3-1/2"
31.9 lb
47.5 kg
31.9 lb
47.5 kg
25.5 lb
37.9 kg
1-1/4"
30 mm
3-3/4"
36.2 lb
53.9 kg
36.2 lb
53.9 kg
31.0 lb
46.1 kg
1-5/16"
32 mm
4"
41.8 lb
62.2 kg
41.8 lb
62.2 kg
33.0 lb
49.1 kg
1-1/2"
36 mm
4-1/2"
51.7 lb
76.9 kg
51.7 lb
76.9 kg
44.7 lb
66.5 kg
Kilograms
Weight Per
100 Ft.
Validator-12
pounds
pounds
Weight Per
100 M
Tech-12
Weight Per
100 Ft.
Kilograms
Weight Per
100 Ft.
ML-12
Weight Per
100 M
pounds
Weight Per
100 M
AmSteel-Blue
pounds
Weight Per
100 M
Kilograms
Weight Per
100 Ft.
pounds
Weight Per
100 M
Kilograms
Elastic Elongation
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EE at Percent Avg. Break
AmSteel
AmSteel-Blue
ML-12
Quantum-12
Tech-12
Validator-12
10%
0.46%
0.46%
1.30%
0.65%
0.63%
0.49%
20%
0.70%
0.70%
2.00%
0.75%
0.96%
0.78%
30%
0.96%
0.96%
2.40%
0.90%
1.20%
0.98%
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Comparison Data
12-Strand
Average Strength
Dura-Plex
Size
Diameter
Size
Diameter
Size
Circ.
PTS-12 Nylon
Tenex
Tenex-TEC
Quik-Splice
Samson Avg. Samson Avg. Samson Avg. Samson Avg. Samson Avg. Samson Avg. Samson Avg. Samson Avg. Samson Avg. Samson Avg.
Strength
Strength
Strength
Strength
Strength
Strength
Strength
Strength
Strength
Strength
inches
millimeters
INCHES
pounds
Kilograms
3/16"
5 mm
9/16"
1,800 lb
820 kg
1/4"
6 mm
3/4"
1,800 lb
820 kg
3,000 lb
1,400 kg
3,200 lb
1,500 kg
3,200 lb
5/16"
8 mm
1"
2,600 lb
1,200 kg
4,500 lb
2,000 kg
4,700 lb
2,100 kg
3/8"
9 mm
1-1/8"
3,900 lb
1,800 kg
5,500 lb
2,500 kg
5,800 lb
2,600 kg
7/16"
11 mm
1-1/4"
5,000 lb
2,300 kg
7,000 lb
3,200 kg
9,000 lb
1/2"
12 mm
1-1/2"
6,700 lb
3,000 kg
10,800 lb
4,900 kg
9/16"
14 mm
1-3/4"
9,000 lb
4,100 kg
14,000 lb
5/8"
16 mm
2"
11,600 lb
5,300 kg
3/4"
18 mm
2-1/4"
14,500 lb
6,600 kg
13/16"
20 mm
2-1/2"
7/8"
22 mm
2-3/4"
21,200 lb
9,600 kg
1"
24 mm
3"
25,000 lb
11,300 kg
1-1/8"
28 mm
3-1/2"
1-1/4"
30 mm
3-3/4"
1-5/16"
32 mm
4"
1-1/2"
36 mm
4-1/2"
pounds
Kilograms
pounds
Kilograms
pounds
Kilograms
pounds
1,500 kg
1,400 lb
640 kg
4,700 lb
2,100 kg
2,500 lb
1,100 kg
6,100 lb
2,800 kg
3,500 lb
1,600 kg
4,100 kg
9,500 lb
4,300 kg
4,600 lb
2,100 kg
11,800 lb
5,400 kg
13,100 lb
5,900 kg
6,700 lb
3,000 kg
6,400 kg
15,000 lb
6,800 kg
7,500 lb
3,400 kg
16,000 lb
7,300 kg
17,100 lb
7,800 kg
18,800 lb
8,500 kg
10,900 lb
4,900 kg
21,000 lb
9,500 kg
22,400 lb
10,200 kg
24,800 lb
11,200 kg
13,000 lb
5,900 kg
Kilograms
32,600 lb
14,800 kg
34,200 lb
15,500 kg
42,700 lb
19,400 kg
44,500 lb
20,200 kg
23,100 lb 10,500 kg
28,600 lb 13,000 kg
57,200 lb
25,900 kg
62,000 lb
28,100 kg
31,300 lb 14,200 kg
69,500 lb
31,500 kg
81,700 lb
37,100 kg
16,000 lb
7,300 kg
43,800 lb 19,900 kg

Dura-Plex
Size
Diameter
Size
Diameter
Size
Circ.
Weight Per
100 Ft.
Weight Per
100 M
PTS-12 Nylon
Weight Per
100 Ft.
Weight Per
100 Ft.
Kilograms
Tenex-TEC
pounds
Weight Per
100 M
Kilograms
Weight Per
100 Ft.
Quik-Splice
pounds
Weight Per
100 M
Kilograms
Weight Per
100 Ft.
Weight Per
100 M
pounds
Kilograms
inches
millimeters
INCHES
pounds
Kilograms
3/16"
5 mm
9/16"
1.2 lb
1.8 kg
1/4"
6 mm
3/4"
1.5 lb
2.2 kg
2.0 lb
3.0 kg
2.1 lb
3.1 kg
2.1 lb
3.1 Kg
1.1 lb
1.6 kg
5/16"
8 mm
1"
2.2 lb
3.3 kg
3.0 lb
4.5 kg
3.2 lb
4.8 kg
3.2 lb
4.8 Kg
1.7 lb
2.5 kg
3/8"
9 mm
1-1/8"
3.4 lb
5.1 kg
4.0 lb
6.0 kg
4.2 lb
6.2 kg
4.3 lb
6.4 Kg
2.7 lb
4.0 kg
7/16"
11 mm
1-1/4"
4.6 lb
6.8 kg
5.6 lb
8.3 kg
6.3 lb
9.4 kg
6.5 lb
9.7 Kg
3.5 lb
5.2 kg
1/2"
12 mm
1-1/2"
5.8 lb
8.6 kg
7.4 lb
11.0 kg
8.5 lb
12.6 kg
10.0 lb
14.9 Kg
4.7 lb
7.0 kg
9/16"
14 mm
1-3/4"
8.3 lb
12.4 kg
10.4 lb
15.5 kg
10.0 lb
14.9 kg
5/8"
16 mm
2"
11.0 lb
16.4 kg
12.1 lb
18.0 kg
13.1 lb
19.5 kg
14.8 lb
22.0 Kg
3/4"
18 mm
2-1/4"
15.0 lb
22.3 kg
16.1 lb
24.0 kg
17.2 lb
25.6 kg
19.2 lb
28.5 Kg
13/16"
20 mm
2-1/2"
7/8"
22 mm
2-3/4"
1"
24 mm
3"
1-1/8"
28 mm
3-1/2"
1-1/4"
30 mm
3-3/4"
1-5/16"
32 mm
1-1/2"
36 mm
pounds
Tenex
Weight Per
100 M
8.9 kg
7.8 lb
11.6 kg
9.7 lb
14.4 kg
21.5 lb
32.0 kg
25.8 lb
38.4 kg
26.7 lb
39.7 Kg
24.2 lb
36.0 kg
34.5 lb
51.3 kg
34.7 lb
51.6 Kg
52.2 lb
77.7 kg
55.0 lb
4"
59.7 lb
88.8 kg
4-1/2"
71.5 lb
106 kg
41.0 lb
6.0 lb
81.8 Kg
15.2 lb
22.6 kg
21.0 lb
31.2 kg
24.5 lb
36.5 kg
29.0 lb
43.2 kg
61.0 kg
Elastic Elongation
Dura-Plex
PTS-12 Nylon
Tenex
Tenex-TEC
Quik-Splice
10%
1.60%
4.70%
1.40%
1.40%
1.10%
20%
2.70%
6.90%
2.30%
2.30%
1.90%
30%
3.80%
7.7%
3.00%
3.00%
2.60%
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Comparison Data
Double Braid
Average Strength
AmSteel II
Size
Diameter
Size
Diameter
Size
Circ.
AmSteel II Plus
Turbo-75
Ultra-Tech
Validator II
Strength
Strength
Strength
Strength
Strength
Strength
Strength
Strength
Strength
Strength
inches
millimeters
INCHES
pounds
Kilograms
pounds
Kilograms
pounds
Kilograms
3/16"
5 mm
9/16"
2,300 lb
1,000 kg
3,300 lb
1,500 kg
1/4"
6 mm
3/4"
4,500 lb
2,000 kg
5,600 lb
2,500 kg
4,800 lb
2,200 kg
5,000 lb
2,300 kg
5/16"
8 mm
1"
7,500 lb
3,400 kg
9,300 lb
4,200 kg
7,800 lb
3,500 kg
7,000 lb
3,200 kg
3/8"
9 mm
1-1/8"
9,800 lb
4,400 kg
12,200 lb
5,500 kg
10,000 lb
4,500 kg
11,000 lb
5,000 kg
7/16"
11 mm
1-1/4"
11,700 lb
5,300 kg
14,600 lb
6,600 kg
14,800 lb
6,700 kg
15,200 lb
6,900 kg
1/2"
12 mm
1-1/2"
15,500 lb
7,000 kg
19,400 lb
8,800 kg
20,000 lb
9,100 kg
20,000 lb
9,100 kg
9/16"
14 mm
1-3/4"
22,000 lb
10,000 kg
27,500 lb 12,500 kg
26,000 lb
11,800 kg
5/8"
16 mm
2"
27,000 lb
12,200 kg
33,800 lb 15,300 kg
3/4"
18 mm
2-1/4"
35,000 lb
15,900 kg
43,800 lb 19,900 kg
13/16"
20 mm
2-1/2"
40,000 lb
18,100 kg
50,000 lb 22,700 kg
7/8"
22 mm
2-3/4"
50,000 lb
22,700 kg
62,500 lb 28,400 kg
1"
24 mm
3"
57,000 lb
25,900 kg
1-1/8"
28 mm
3-1/2"
72,900 lb
33,100 kg
1-1/4"
30 mm
3-3/4"
81,000 lb
36,700 kg
1-5/16"
32 mm
4"
1-1/2"
36 mm
4-1/2"
59,000 lb
pounds
Kilograms
pounds
Kilograms
42,000 lb 19,100 kg
30,000 lb
13,600 kg
26,800 kg
51,000 lb 23,100 kg
45,000 lb
20,400 kg
82,000 lb
37,200 kg
71,300 lb 32,300 kg
97,000 lb
44,000 kg
90,000 lb 40,800 kg
125,000 lb
56,700 kg
101,000 lb 45,800 kg
150,000 lb
68,000 kg
165,000 lb
210,000 lb
68,000 lb 30,800 kg
63,000 lb
28,600 kg
80,000 lb
36,300 kg
100,000 lb
45,400 kg
123,000 lb
55,800 kg
74,800 kg
135,000 lb
61,200 kg
95,300 kg
174,000 lb
78,900 kg

AmSteel II
Size
Diameter
Size
Diameter
Size
Circ.
Weight Per
100 Ft.
AmSteel II Plus
pounds
Weight Per
100 M
Kilograms
Weight Per
100 Ft.
Turbo-75
pounds
Weight Per
100 M
Kilograms
Weight Per
100 Ft.
Weight Per
100 M
pounds
Kilograms
Ultra-Tech
Weight Per
100 Ft.
Validator II
Weight Per
100 M
Weight Per
100 Ft.
1.0 lb
1.5 kg
1.4 lb
2.1 kg
inches
millimeters
INCHES
3/16"
5 mm
9/16"
1/4"
6 mm
3/4"
2.2 lb
3.3 kg
2.2 lb
3.3 kg
2.1 lb
3.1 kg
2.2 lb
3.3 kg
5/16"
8 mm
1"
3.5 lb
5.2 kg
3.5 lb
5.2 kg
4.0 lb
6.0 kg
3.7 lb
5.5 kg
3/8"
9 mm
1-1/8"
4.1 lb
6.1 kg
4.1 lb
6.1 kg
4.6 lb
6.8 kg
5.0 lb
7.4 kg
7/16"
11 mm
1-1/4"
6.1 lb
9.1 kg
6.1 lb
9.1 kg
6.4 lb
9.5 kg
7.0 lb
10.4 kg
1/2"
12 mm
1-1/2"
8.6 lb
12.8 kg
8.6 lb
12.8 kg
9.8 lb
14.6 kg
9/16"
14 mm
1-3/4"
10.0 lb
14.9 kg
10.0 lb
14.9 kg
5/8"
16 mm
2"
12.6 lb
18.7 kg
12.6 lb
18.7 kg
14.5 lb
3/4"
18 mm
2-1/4"
16.0 lb
23.8 kg
16.0 lb
23.8 kg
14.0 lb
19.7 lb
13/16"
20 mm
2-1/2"
20.3 lb
30.2 kg
20.3 lb
30.2 kg
7/8"
22 mm
2-3/4"
24.8 lb
36.9 kg
24.8 lb
36.9 kg
19.0 lb
28.3 kg
27.5 lb
1"
24 mm
3"
29.7 lb
44.2 kg
29.7 lb
44.2 kg
25.0 lb
37.2 kg
1-1/8"
28 mm
3-1/2"
37.0 lb
55.1 kg
37.0 lb
55.1 kg
29.5 lb
43.9 kg
1-1/4"
30 mm
3-3/4"
42.6 lb
63.4 kg
42.6 lb
63.4 kg
38.5 lb
57.3 kg
1-5/16"
32 mm
4"
43.0 lb
1-1/2"
36 mm
4-1/2"
59.5 lb
20.8 kg
pounds
Kilograms
Kilograms
9.0 lb
13.4 kg
12.0 lb
17.9 kg
21.6 kg
14.4 lb
21.4 kg
29.3 kg
20.3 lb
30.2 kg
pounds
Weight Per
100 M
40.9 kg
27.0 lb
40.2 kg
35.0 lb
52.1 kg
44.0 lb
65.5 kg
52.0 lb
77.4 kg
64.0 kg
58.0 lb
86.3 kg
88.5 kg
74.5 lb
111 kg
Elastic Elongation
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AmSteel II
AmSteel II Plus
Turbo-75
Ultra-Tech
Validator II
10%
0.50%
0.50%
0.33%
0.63%
0.59%
20%
0.67%
0.67%
0.49%
0.97%
0.78%
30%
0.96%
0.96%
0.76%
1.24%
0.98%
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Comparison Data
Double Braid
Average Strength
Nystron
Size
Diameter
inches
Size
Diameter
Size
Circ.
millimeters
INCHES
Stable Braid
Super Strong
Samson Avg. Samson Avg. Samson Avg. Samson Avg. Samson Avg. Samson Avg.
Strength
Strength
Strength
Strength
Strength
Strength
pounds
Kilograms
pounds
Kilograms
pounds
Kilograms
3/16"
5 mm
9/16"
1/4"
6 mm
3/4"
2,300 lb
1,000 kg
2,300 lb
1,000 kg
5/16"
8 mm
1"
3,600 lb
1,600 kg
3,400 lb
1,500 kg
3/8"
9 mm
1-1/8"
5,600 lb
2,500 kg
5,600 lb
2,500 kg
4,900 lb
2,200 kg
7/16"
11 mm
1-1/4"
7,400 lb
3,400 kg
7,700 lb
3,500 kg
6,600 lb
3,000 kg
1/2"
12 mm
1-1/2"
10,500 lb
4,800 kg
10,400 lb
4,700 kg
8,600 lb
3,900 kg
9/16"
14 mm
1-3/4"
13,200 lb
6,000 kg
13,300 lb
6,000 kg
11,900 lb
5,400 kg
5/8"
16 mm
2"
16,300 lb
7,400 kg
16,300 lb
7,400 kg
15,200 lb
6,900 kg
3/4"
18 mm
2-1/4"
23,000 lb
10,400 kg
20,400 lb
9,300 kg
18,800 lb
8,500 kg
13/16"
20 mm
2-1/2"
7/8"
22 mm
2-3/4"
27,000 lb
12,200 kg
1"
24 mm
3"
37,000 lb
1-1/8"
28 mm
3-1/2"
49,800 lb
1-1/4"
30 mm
3-3/4"
1-5/16" 32 mm
4"
1-1/2"
4-1/2"
36 mm
29,900 lb
13,600 kg
29,000 lb
13,200 kg
16,800 kg
39,200 lb
17,800 kg
36,000 lb
16,300 kg
22,600 kg
48,200 lb
21,900 kg
45,000 lb
20,400 kg
59,100 lb
26,800 kg
57,300 lb
26,000 kg
52,000 lb
23,600 kg
64,700 lb
29,300 kg
59,300 lb
26,900 kg
86,500 lb
39,200 kg
75,100 lb
34,100 kg
75,600 lb
34,300 kg

Nystron
Size
Diameter
Size
Diameter
Size
Circ.
Weight Per
100 Ft.
Stable Braid
Weight Per
100 M
Weight Per
100 Ft.
inches
millimeters
INCHES
pounds
Kilograms
3/16"
5 mm
9/16"
1/4"
6 mm
3/4"
5/16"
8 mm
1"
3/8"
9 mm
1-1/8"
4.4 lb
7/16"
11 mm
1-1/4"
1/2"
12 mm
9/16"
Super Strong
pounds
Weight Per
100 M
Kilograms
Weight Per
100 Ft.
pounds
Weight Per
100 M
Kilograms
2.1 lb
3.1 kg
1.6 lb
2.4 kg
3.2 lb
4.8 kg
2.6 lb
3.9 kg
6.5 kg
4.5 lb
6.7 kg
3.7 lb
5.5 kg
5.7 lb
8.5 kg
6.1 lb
9.1 kg
5.1 lb
7.6 kg
1-1/2"
7.7 lb
11.5 kg
8.2 lb
12.2 kg
6.6 lb
9.8 kg
14 mm
1-3/4"
10.0 lb
14.9 kg
11.0 lb
16.4 kg
9.3 lb
13.8 kg
5/8"
16 mm
2"
12.6 lb
18.7 kg
14.0 lb
20.8 kg
12.0 lb
17.9 kg
3/4"
18 mm
2-1/4"
17.3 lb
25.7 kg
18.0 lb
26.8 kg
15.0 lb
22.3 kg
13/16"
20 mm
2-1/2"
7/8"
22 mm
2-3/4"
19.0 lb
28.3 kg
27.1 lb
40.3 kg
22.0 lb
32.7 kg
1"
24 mm
3"
34.0 lb
50.6 kg
34.0 lb
50.6 kg
26.0 lb
38.7 kg
1-1/8"
28 mm
3-1/2"
39.2 lb
58.3 kg
45.3 lb
67.4 kg
36.0 lb
53.6 kg
1-1/4"
30 mm
3-3/4"
46.9 lb
69.8 kg
53.9 lb
80.2 kg
41.0 lb
61.0 kg
1-5/16" 32 mm
4"
60.8 lb
90.5 kg
43.5 lb
64.7 kg
1-1/2"
4-1/2"
71.2 lb
106 kg
73.3 lb
109 kg
60.0 lb
89.3 kg
36 mm
Elastic Elongation
EE at Percent Avg. Breakt
Nystron
Stable Braid
Super Strong
10%
2.40%
1.10%
3.00%
20%
4.50%
1.70%
5.30%
30%
5.90%
2.70%
6.70%
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Comparison Data
3-Strand
Average Strength
Pro-Master
Size
Size
Diameter Diameter
Size
Circ.
inches millimeters INCHES
Pro-Set-3
SSR-100-3
SSR-1200-3
Ultra-Blue-3
Strength
Strength
Strength
Strength
Strength
Strength
Strength
Strength
Strength
Strength
pounds
Kilograms
pounds
Kilograms
pounds
3/16"
mm
9/16"
1,200 lb
540 kg
1,000 lb
450 kg
1/4"
mm
3/4"
1,600 lb
730 kg
1,800 lb
820 kg
1,700 lb
770 kg
5/16"
mm
1"
3/8"
mm
1-1/8"
7/16"
11
mm
1-1/4"
1/2"
12
mm
1-1/2"
9/16"
14
mm
1-3/4"
5/8"
16
mm
2"
3/4"
18
mm
13/16"
20
7/8"
Kilograms
pounds
Kilograms
Kilograms
2,600 lb
1,200 kg
2,800 lb
1,300 kg
2,600 lb
1,200 kg
1,500 kg
3,600 lb
1,600 kg
4,100 lb
1,900 kg
3,700 lb
1,700 kg
4,800 lb
2,200 kg
5,100 lb
2,300 kg
4,600 lb
2,100 kg
2,600 kg
6,300 lb
2,900 kg
6,900 lb
3,100 kg
6,100 lb
2,800 kg
7,900 lb
3,600 kg
9,100 lb
4,100 kg
8,400 lb
3,800 kg
7,700 lb
3,500 kg
10,000 lb
4,500 kg
10,000 lb
4,500 kg
10,600 lb
4,800 kg
2-1/4"
10,000 lb
4,500 kg
13,500 lb
6,100 kg
14,800 lb
6,700 kg
12,000 lb
5,400 kg
mm
2-1/2"
15,300 lb
6,900 kg
17,600 lb
8,000 kg
22
mm
2-3/4"
14,500 lb
6,600 kg
19,000 lb
8,600 kg
20,900 lb
9,500 kg
1"
24
mm
3"
17,500 lb
7,900 kg
25,000 lb
11,300 kg
25,400 lb
11,500 kg
22,600 lb 10,300 kg
1-1/8"
28
mm
3-1/2"
32,000 lb
14,500 kg
32,800 lb
14,900 kg
26,600 lb 12,100 kg
1-1/4"
30
mm
3-3/4"
37,500 lb
17,000 kg
39,000 lb
17,700 kg
33,000 lb 15,000 kg
1-5/16" 32
mm
4"
41,500 lb
18,800 kg
43,000 lb
19,500 kg
34,000 lb 16,800 kg
1-1/2"
mm
4-1/2"
52,000 lb
23,600 kg
54,000 lb
24,500 kg
42,000 lb 19,100 kg
36
pounds
3,200 lb
5,700 lb
18,000 lb
8,200 kg

Pro-Master
Size
Size
Diameter Diameter
Size
Circ.
Weight Per
100 Ft.
pounds
Kilograms
inches millimeters INCHES
Weight Per
100 M
Pro-Set-3
Weight Per
100 Ft.
pounds
Weight Per
100 M
Kilograms
SSR-100-3
Weight Per
100 Ft.
pounds
SSR-1200-3
Weight Per
100 M
Weight Per
100 Ft.
Kilograms
Ultra-Blue-3
pounds
Weight Per
100 M
Kilograms
Weight Per
100 Ft.
pounds
Kilograms
Weight Per
100 M
3/16"
5 mm
9/16"
1.0 lb
1.5 kg
0.8 lb
1.2 kg
1/4"
6 mm
3/4"
1.5 lb
2.2 kg
1.4 lb
2.1 kg
1.1 lb
1.6 kg
5/16"
8 mm
1"
2.5 lb
3.7 kg
2.4 lb
3.6 kg
2.1 lb
3.1 kg
3/8"
9 mm
1-1/8"
5.5 kg
3.5 lb
5.2 kg
3.9 lb
5.8 kg
2.6 lb
3.9 kg
7/16"
11 mm
1-1/4"
5.0 lb
7.4 kg
4.9 lb
7.3 kg
3.1 lb
4.6 kg
1/2"
12 mm
1-1/2"
9.7 kg
6.5 lb
9.7 kg
6.5 lb
9.7 kg
4.5 lb
6.7 kg
9/16"
14 mm
1-3/4"
8.1 lb
12.1 kg
8.5 lb
12.6 kg
6.3 lb
9.4 kg
5/8"
16 mm
2"
10.5 lb
15.6 kg
9.5 lb
14.1 kg
8.0 lb
11.9 kg
3/4"
18 mm
15.2 kg
13/16"
20 mm
7/8"
3.7 lb
6.5 lb
9.6 lb
14.3 kg
2-1/4"
13.9 lb
20.7 kg
2-1/2"
22 mm
2-3/4"
18.0 lb
26.8 kg
1"
24 mm
3"
22.0 lb
32.7 kg
1-1/8"
28 mm
3-1/2"
1-1/4"
30 mm
3-3/4"
1-5/16"
32 mm
4"
1-1/2"
36 mm
4-1/2"
14.5 lb
21.6 kg
14.4 lb
21.4 kg
10.2 lb
17.0 lb
25.3 kg
17.3 lb
25.7 kg
20.0 lb
29.8 kg
20.6 lb
30.7 kg
15.8 lb
23.5 kg
26.0 lb
38.7 kg
25.6 lb
38.1 kg
18.6 lb
27.7 kg
34.0 lb
50.6 kg
33.0 lb
49.1 kg
24.7 lb
36.8 kg
40.0 lb
59.5 kg
39.4 lb
58.6 kg
28.9 lb
43.0 kg
45.0 lb
67.0 kg
43.3 lb
64.4 kg
32.5 lb
48.4 kg
55.0 lb
81.8 kg
56.2 lb
83.6 kg
41.2 lb
61.3 kg
Elastic Elongation
34
Pro-Master
Pro-Set-3
SSR-100-3
SSR-1200-3
Ultra-Blue-3
10%
2.00%
5.50%
1.60%
1.50%
2.00%
20%
3.20%
10.0%
3.50%
3.20%
4.80%
30%
3.90%
12.1%
4.70%
4.00%
6.80%
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Samson Research & Development

A Legacy of Innovation Built on a Commitment to Technology
We maintain one of the most advanced research
and development organizations in the industry

Samson is fully equipped with the latest laboratory facilities, abrasion testing
equipment, and one of the highest capacity tensile testers (1.1 million
pounds) of any rope manufacturer worldwide. Staffed by fiber technologists
and engineers dedicated to the development of more efficient and stronger
ropes, Samson continues to lead the industry in technological developments
of fibers, coatings, and constructions. The staff works directly with the leading
fiber manufacturers to explore and assess the properties of new fibers in
development. This partnership with our fiber suppliers is a key to innovation,
research, and development.
The engineering staff also works closely with field sales personnel and
application engineers. This interactive relationship allows us to be responsive
to the operational needs of our customers. From on-site assistance with
installation of new products, to evaluation of product performance and the
development of safety standards, the application engineer is an integral part
of the field sales team.
All new product development as well as production of existing products

is subject to stringent inspection, testing, and documentation. Our plants
are ISO certified and equipped with certified test equipment to assess the
characteristics of both raw materials and finished goods.
SAMSONS TESTING METHODOLOGY COVERS:

> Determination of diameter
> Determination of lay/pitch, picks per inch
> Linear density
> Breaking force
> Initial elongation (uncycled elongation)
> Cycled elongation
> Wet testing
> Stiffness
> Abrasion resistance
> Sampling of test specimens
> Reporting procedures
More information on testing of high performance ropes

is available for downloading at SamsonRope.com.
Go to the Technical Resources section directly from
the home page.
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Technical Data
FIBER CHARACTERISTICS
Table 3. Comparison of Fiber Characteristics
GENERIC FIBER TYPE
Tenacity
NYLON
POLYESTER
ARAMID
PBO
32 (SK-60)
40 (SK-75)
23 26
28
42
HMPE
7.5 10.5
7 10
6.5

Elongation2
LCP
POLYPROPYLENE
(g/den)1
15 28%
12 18%
18 22%
3.6%
3.3%
4.6%
2.5%
Coefficient
of

Friction3
.12 .15
.12 .15
.15 .22
.05 .07
.12 .15
.12 .15
.18
Melting Point
425
490 F
480
500 F
330 F
300 F
625 F
930 F*
1200 F*
325 F
350 F
250 F
150 F
300 F
520 F
750 F
1.14
1.38
0.91
0.98
1.40
1.39
1.56
Application
Dependent
Application
Dependent
Negligible
Negligible
Critical
Temperature4

Specific Gravity
Creep5
Negligible
Negligible

Negligibl
* Char temperature does not melt

1
TENACITY is the measurement of the resistance of fiber to breaking.
ELONGATION refers to percent elongation of fiber at break.
COEFFICIENT OF FRICTION is based on reluctance to slip or slide.
CRITICAL TEMPERATURE is defined as the point at which degradation is caused by temperature alone.
CREEP is defined as a materials slow deformation that occurs while under load over a long period of time. Creep is
mostly nonreversible. For some synthetic ropes, permanent elongation and creep are mistaken for the same property and
used interchangeably when in fact creep is only one of the mechanisms that can cause permanent elongation.
Rope Construction
All sizes stated are nominal diameters and do not reflect exact dimensions. Weights depicted are average net rope weights relaxed and
standard tolerances are 5% unless agreed to in writing.
All Samson ropes are categorized for testing purposes as Class I or Class II ropes. Class I ropes are manufactured from polyolefin, nylon
and or polyester fiber. Class II ropes are manufactured from high-modulus fiber (i.e., Dyneema, Zylon, Technora, Vectran).
3-Strand
Pro-Master, Pro-Set-3 pg.18
SSR-100-3, SSR-1200-3 pg.19
Ultra Blue-3 pg.20
12-Strand
Double Braid
AmSteel, AmSteel-Blue pg.8

Dura-Plex, pg.9
PTS-12 Nylon, ML-12 pg.10
Quantum-12, Quik-Splice pg.11
Tech-12, Tenex, pg.12
Tenex-TEC, Validator-12 pg.13
AmSteel II, AmSteel II Plus pg.14

Nystron, Stable Braid pg.15
Super Strong, Turbo-75 pg.16
Ultra-Tech, Validator II pg.17
Parallel core & Specialty braid

Static Rope pg.21
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Technical Data
coatings and finishes
Samthane

Samthane coatings are a family of abrasion resistant coatings

specifically formulated for specific rope constructions and their
applications. The advantages of Samthane coatings and some
of the common coatings are outlined below.
ADVANTAGES:

> Improved service life
> Reduced snagging
> Enhanced abrasion resistance
> Protection from contamination
> Reduced cutting damage
> Color coding for identification
Samthane (Type A)
A spliceable coating used on polyester double braids,
Samthane Type A greatly enhances abrasion resistance and
makes splicing used rope much easier. It is available in a
variety of colors for easy identification, tracking time in service,
keying colors to specific operations, etc. Splicing done on
ropes coated with Type A uses the same tools and techniques
for splicing uncoated rope. Coating adds approximately 3% to
5% to the weight of the line.
Samthane (Type F)
Samthane Type F is a spliceable coating specially formulated
for olefin/polyester blend ropes and the cores of many
Class II core-dependent double braids. The physical properties
of Samthane Type F are the same as for Samthane Type A
coating. Coating adds approximately 3% to 5% to the
weight of the line.
Samthane (Type C)
A non-spliceable jacketing type coating, Samthane Type C
is usually applied to specific sections of a line that will be
subjected to extreme abrasion. The coating is very tough, with
excellent resistance to cutting and chafing. It is usually applied
to a thickness of 1/8" or more, which has a stiffening effect on
the rope. This coating is applied to prespliced ropes and may
also be used for thimble encapsulation.
Samthane (Type S)
Samthane Type S is a spliceable coating used on highperformance, olefin, and polyester fiber ropes. This coating
adds firmness and greatly improves wear life. The coating
adds approximately 3% to 5% to the weight of the line.
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Technical Data
PERMANENT
ELONGATION
2 ft.
Non-recoverable
Permanent extension after relaxation refers to the portion of

extension that prevents the rope from returning to its original
length due to construction deformation such as compacting of
braid and helical changes and some plastic deformation of the
yarn fibers.
Immediately recoverable
Permanent Extension (PE) after Relaxation
ELASTIC ELONGATION
5 ft.
HYSTERESIS
Recoverable over time
3 ft.
Total Stretch 10 ft.
Elastic Hysteresis
Elastic hysteresis refers to a recoverable portion of stretch
or extension over a period of time after a load is released.
In measuring elastic recovery, it is the portion that occurs
immediately when a load is removed. However, a remaining
small percentage of elastic recovery occurs gradually over a
period of hours or days. Elastic hysteresis is measured in a
length/time scale.
After
Several Hours
After elongation 32 ft.
Load
Released
2 FT.
Elastic elongation refers to the portion of stretch or extension

of a rope that is immediately recoverable after the load on
the rope is released. The ropes tendency to recover is a
result of the fiber(s) rather than the rope construction. Each
type of synthetic fiber inherently displays a unique degree
of elasticity. Relatively speaking, high-performance fiber has
extremely low elasticity compared to nylon fiber.
Load
Applied
New length of rope
Elastic Elongation (EE)
New Rope
Unloaded
Loaded Length 40 ft.
In order to establish definitions involving stretch in

ropes, it is necessary to review the terms used to
define its basic components.
COMPONENTS OF STRETCH
ON A LOADED ROPE
Initial Length 30 ft.
ELONGATION (STRETCH)
Defining Elastic Elongation
Several
hours
later...
LOAD RELEASED
Published Elastic Elongation

Data: All reported percentages are
averages based on tests of new rope
stabilized by being cycled 50 times at
Load
each
stated percentage of its average
Released
break strength.
PE while Working
Permanent extension while working is the amount of
extension that exists when stress is removed but no time is
given for hysteretic recovery. It includes the nonrecoverable
and hysteretic extension as one value and represents
any increase in the length of a rope in a constant working
situation, such as during repeated surges in towing or other
similar cyclical operations. The percentage of PE over the
working load range is generally in order of four or six percent
for braided ropes and two to three times as much for plaited.
However, it varies slightly with different fibers and rope
constructions. In some applications, such as subsurface
mooring or devices that demand precise depth location and
measurement, allowances must be made for this factor.
Creep
A materials slow deformation that occurs while under load
over a long period of time. Creep is mostly nonreversible.
For some synthetic ropes, permanent elongation and
creep are mistaken for the same property and used
interchangeably when in fact creep is only one of the
mechanisms that can cause permanent elongation.
Constructional elongation
The elongation of a loaded rope that results from compaction
as the fibers and strands align and adjust.
Splice setting
The elongation of a spliced rope caused by the adjustment
and settling of the strands in the splice.
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Table 4. Elastic Elongation for all products.

Percent of elastic elongation at percent of break strength.
Sorted lowest to highest EE at 20%
Turbo-75
AmSteel II
AmSteel II Plus
AmSteel- Blue
AmSteel
Validator SKB
Progen II
Validator-12
Validator II
Proton-8
Tech-12
Ultra-Tech
Ultra-Lite
Stable Braid
Quik-Splice
ML-12
Whoopie Sling
Tenex
Tenex-TEC
Dura-Plex
SSR-1200-3
Pro-Master
SSR-100-3
Vertico
Static Rope
Nystron
Ultra Blue-3
Super Strong
PTS-12 Nylon
Pro-Set-3
PTS-3 Nylon
10%
20%
30%
0.30%
0.50%
0.50%
0.46%
0.46%
0.49%
0.50%
0.49%
0.59%
0.58%
0.63%
0.63%
0.65%
1.1%
1.1%
1.3%
1.4%
1.4%
1.4%
1.6%
1.5%
2.0%
1.6%
1.6%
3.2%
2.4%
2.0%
3.0%
4.7%
5.5%
7.8%
0.50%
0.67%
0.67%
0.70%
0.70%
0.72%
0.74%
0.78%
0.78%
0.87%
0.96%
0.97%
1.00%
1.7%
1.9%
2.0%
2.3%
2.3%
2.3%
2.7%
3.2%
3.2%
3.5%
3.5%
4.5%
4.5%
4.8%
5.3%
6.9%
10.0%
11.3%
0.80%
0.96%
0.96%
0.96%
0.96%
0.92%
1.01%
0.98%
0.98%
0.96%
1.20%
1.24%
1.29%
2.7%
2.6%
2.4%
3.0%
3.0%
3.0%
3.8%
4.0%
3.9%
4.7%
4.7%
6.0%
5.9%
6.8%
6.7%
7.7%
12.1%
15.9%
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Rope Selection
Select the Right Rope for the Job
Selecting a rope involves evaluating a combination of factors.
Some of these factors are straightforward like comparing
rope specifications. Others are not easily quantified, like color
preference or how a rope feels in your hand. Cutting corners,
reducing sizes, or strengths on an initial purchase creates
unnecessary replacements, potentially dangerous conditions,
and increases long-term costs. Fiber and construction being
equal, a larger rope outlasts a smaller rope because of the
greater surface wear distribution. Similarly, a stronger rope
outlasts a weaker one because it will be used at a lower
percentage of its break strength with less chance of being
overstressed. The following areas should be considered in
your rope selection.
It is recommended that a lower working load factor be selected with

only expert knowledge of conditions and professional estimates of
risk; if the rope has been inspected and found to be in good condition;
and if the rope has not been subject to shock loads, excessive use,
elevated temperatures, or extended periods under load.
For dynamic loading applications that involve severe exposure

conditions, or for recommendations on special applications,
consult the manufacturer.
Firmness
Select ropes that are firm and round and hold their shape during
use. Soft or mushy ropes will snag easily and abrade quickly causing
accelerated strength loss. Because the fibers are in a straighter line,
which improves strength but compromises durability, loose or mushy
rope will almost always have higher break strengths than a similar
rope that is firm and holds its shape.
Strength
When given a choice between ropes, select the strongest of any
given size. A load of 200 pounds represents 2% of the strength
of a rope with a breaking strength of 10,000 pounds. The same
load represents 4% of the strength of a rope that has a breaking
strength of 5,000 pounds. The weaker rope is having to work
harder and as a result will have to be retired sooner. Braided
ropes are stronger than twisted ropes of the same size and
fiber type.

Note carefully the quoted breaking strengths of the various

Samson products. These are average breaking strengths.
Published breaking strengths are determined by standard
cordage testing and do not cover conditions such as sustained
loads or shock loading. These strengths are attained under
laboratory conditions. Remember also, that this is a breaking
strength not a recommended working load.
Construction and abrasion

It is important to choose the right rope construction for your
application, because it affects resistance to normal wear and
abrasion. Braided ropes have a round, smooth construction that
tends to flatten out somewhat on a bearing surface. This distributes
the wear over a much greater area, as opposed to the crowns of a
3-strand or, to a lesser degree, on an 8-strand rope.
Assigned working load factors

Assigned working load factors vary in accordance with the different
safety practices and policies of utilities and industrial users. However,
our recommendation, and one that is fairly well accepted in the
industry, is a minimum 5:1 working load factor. Thus, your maximum
workload should be approximately 1/5th, or 20%, of the quoted
breaking strength. This factor provides greater safety and extends
the service life of the winch line.
Elongation
It is well accepted that ropes with lower elongation under load will
give you better load controla big help at complicated job sites.
However, ropes with lower elongation that are shock loaded, like
a lowering line, can fail without warning even though it appears
to be in good shape. Low elongating ropes should be selected
with the highest possible strength. Both twisted ropes and
braided ropes are suitable for rigging. Twisted rope has lower
strength and more stretch. Braided rope has higher strength
and lower stretch.
Assume that you have seven identical ropes, each with a 30,000-lb
breaking strength and you work these ropes daily with each rope
lifting a different load, as shown in Table 5.

Table 5 shows that the higher the working load factor, the greater
the service life and the lower the replacement factor. Therefore, the
working load factor directly reflects the economy of the purchase.
Table 5. Working loads for seven ropes with breaking

strengths of 30,000 lb.
Shock Loading
Breaking
Strength
Working loads as described herein are not applicable when rope

has been subjected to shock loading. Whenever a load is picked
up, stopped, moved, or swung there is an increased force caused
by the dynamic nature of the movement. The force increases as
these actions occur more rapidly or suddenly, which is known as
shock loading. Examples of applications where shock loading
occurs include ropes used as a tow line, picking up a load on a
slack line, or using rope to stop a falling object. In extreme cases,
the force put on the rope may be two, three, or more times the
normal load involved. Shock-loading effects are greater on a low
elongation rope such as polyester than on a high-elongation rope
such as nylon, and greater on a short rope than on a long one.

For example, the shock load on a winch line that occurs when
a 5,000-lb object is lifted vertically with a sudden jerk may weigh"
30,000 lb under the dynamic force. If the winch line is rated in
the 30,000-lb break-strength range, it is very likely to break.
Where shock loads, sustained loads, or where life, limb, or

valuable property is involved, it is recommended that an increased
working load factor be used.
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Working Load*
Working Load
Factor
Number of Lifts
30,000 lb
5,000 lb
6:1
1,000
30,000 lb
6,000 lb
5:1
750
30,000 lb
7,500 lb
4:1
500
30,000 lb
10,000 lb
3:1
300
30,000 lb
15,500 lb
2:1
100
30,000 lb
20,000 lb
1.5:1
25
30,000 lb
28,000 lb
1.1:1
*Relative values only. The higher the working load factor the greater
the service life, and, of course, the lower the replacement factor.
Thus, a working load factor also directly reflects an economy factor;
if you always lifting the same weight, then the stronger the rope, the
higher the working load factor, and the longer the rope will last.

IMPORTANT NOTE: It is important to note that many industries

are subject to state and federal regulation on workload limits
that supersede the manufacturers recommendation. It is the
responsibility of the rope user to be aware of and adhere to those
laws and regulations.
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Technical Data
ROPE HANDLING AND USAGE
Winch Lines and Winching Operations
Dielectric Properties
Sharp Cutting Edges
Based on rope industry practices, dielectric property testing

is conducted on clean, new rope samples and holds true only
under such ideal conditions. Dirt, grease, other foreign matter,
and moisture (including humidity) will alter the nonconductivity/
conductivity of any synthetic rope or material. No rope
manufacturer can attest to a ropes dielectric properties under
actual operating conditions.
Removing Rope from a Reel or Coil

Synthetic-fiber ropes are normally shipped on reels for maximum
protection while in transit. The rope should be removed from the
reel by pulling it off the top while the
reel is free to rotate. This can be
accomplished by passing a pipe
through the center of the reel and
jacking it up until the reel is free
from the deck. Rope should never
be taken from a reel lying on its
side. If the rope is supplied on a
coil, it should always be uncoiled
from the inside so that the first turn
comes off the bottom in a counterclockwise direction.
Rope Storage: Coiling, Flaking, and Bagging

Great care must be taken in the stowage and proper coiling of
3-strand ropes to prevent the natural built-in twist of the line from
developing kinks and hockles. Braided ropes on the other hand
have no built-in twist and are far more resistant to kinking. Even
if kinks do develop, they cannot develop further into hockles.

Three-strand and braided ropes should be coiled in a clockwise

Hockled Rope
Samson winch lines should not be exposed to sharp edges

and surfaces such as metal burrs on winch drums, sheaves,
shackles, thimbles, wire slings, etc. Our winch lines are made
from synthetic fibers and, as such, can be cut or damaged by
sharp edges. When installing winch lines on old truck units, great
care must be exercised to assure that the rope is not coming
in contact with hardware that has been scored and chewed by
previously used wire lines. Sheaves, shackles, thimbles, etc.,
should be replaced in most cases. Other metal surfaces should
be carefully examined and dressed if necessary.
Attaching Line to a Winch Drum

There are various methods of attaching a winch line to a winch
drum: using a wedge or plug and set-screw in the main body
of the drum, or using a U" bolt through the side of the flange.
Another method involves welding a round plug to the winch
drum. The soft eye at the end of the winch line is placed over the
plug and held in place with a flat keeper. The attachment method
should not have a sharp edge that will cut the line under load.
If possible, it is advisable to have an eye splice in both ends of
the winch line so that
it can be reversed in
the event of damage to
one end; however, this
is not always possible,
depending upon the
method of attachment
to the winch drum and
whether or not a closed
thimble is spliced into
the eye. If an eye is not
used at the drum end,
then this end should be
tightly whipped with a
strong twine.
Table 6. Effect of rope diameter on drum capacity.
direction (or in the direction

of the lay of the rope) and
uncoiled in a counterclockwise direction to avoid
kinks. An alternate and
perhaps better method is to
flake out the line in a figure
eight. This avoids putting twist
in the line in either direction
and lessens the risk of
kinking.
Rope Diameter
Feet on Drum
1/2"
510'
5/8"
325'
3/4"
225'
7/8"
165'
1"
125'
1-1/8"
100'
(values based on a 2' drum)
Rope Capacity of a Winch Drum

The formula for determining the length of rope that will fit
on a winch drum is
Length to be
A (B2 C2)
stored (feet)
Figure 8
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Coiling Twisting Ropes
15.3 (rope dia.)2

(Where A, B, C, and rope
diameter are expressed
in inches and length (L)
is expressed in feet.)
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Winding Rope on the Winch Drum
The first layer (wrap) around the winch drum should be put on
closely and tightly. The initial winding tension (load) should be
approximately 50 pounds. This will prevent subsequent wraps
from slipping down between turns when tension is applied.
Samson winch lines tend to
self-level. Important: Samson
recommends at least four wraps*
always be left on winch drum.

Eye Splices
The standard eye splice cannot be pulled out under tension;
however, it can be pulled out by hand when the winch line is in
a relaxed state. To prevent such tampering, it is recommended
that lock stitching or tight seizing be applied to the base or throat
of the splice.

Lock stitching may also prove advantageous on some splices

to prevent no-load opening due to mishandling. The material
required is one fid length of nylon whipping twine approximately
the same size diameter as the strands in the rope you are
lock stitching. The strands cut from the rope you are lock
stitching may also be used, but whipping twine is preferable.
You may download lock-stitch instructions from our website
SamsonRope.com or call customer service to receive them
by mail.
Eye splices at the end of winch lines (if not put in at the
factory) should be done in strict accordance with the steps and
procedures outlined in Samson splicing instructions. These
splicing methods can be easily learned and executed by line
crews and shop personnel. Assistance in splicing instruction is
available through the Samson Technical Representative in your
area. Splicing Training Kits, manuals, and tools can be ordered
through your local Samson Distributor or direct from the factory.
Instructions are also available on-line at SamsonRope.com.
*IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to their

low coefficient of friction AmSteel
and AmSteel-Blue lines must be
worked with at least eight wraps on
the drum at all times.
Danger to Personnel
Persons should be warned against the serious danger of standing
in line with a rope under tension. Should the rope separate, it
may recoil with considerable force. In all cases where any such
risks are present, or where there is any question about the load
involved or the condition of use, the working load should be
substantially reduced and the rope properly inspected before
every use.
Avoid Kinking and Hockling

The continuous use of 3-strand and 4-strand lines on one side
of a winch or windlass is a common abuse that can render a line
useless in a short time. Repeated hauling of a line over a winch
in a counterclockwise direction will extend the lay of the rope and
simultaneously shorten the twist of each strand. As this action
continues, kinks (or hockles) will develop. Once hockles appear,
they cannot be removed and the rope is permanently damaged.

If, on the other hand, the line is continuously hauled over a winch
in a clockwise direction, the rope lay is shortened and the rope
becomes stiff and readily kinks.
To avoid detrimental conditions, the direction of turns over

the winch should be alternated regularly. Clockwise turns are
recommended for the initial use of a new line. If this practice is
observed, the original rope balance will be maintained and the
lines will have a much longer useful life.
Excessive turns can cause kinking in any rope but hockles

can occur only in the basic twisted ropes (3-strand, 4-strand,
and wire rope). Braided and plaited ropes cannot be hockled;
their inter-locking strand construction prevents the unlaying.
Strands run in both directions creating a torque-free balance
thus eliminating any inherent tendency toward twist or rotation.
Swivels can be used safely but are seldom necessary. One word
of caution here: when marrying a braided line to a twisted line
(and also to wire rope) the twisted line can impart its twist to the
braided line if the ropes are married without a swivel in between.
Knots and Winch Lines

Splicing is, by far, the strongest and most efficient means of
attachment. Knots should never be tied in a winch line if it can
be in any way avoided because knots can reduce the strength of
any rope (or wire) by as much as 50%. Also, avoid sharp bends
in the line where possible because this will also greatly reduce
strength.
Boom-Sheave Recommendations
To assure maximum efficiency and safety, the boom-sheave
diameter should be no less than eight times the ropes diameter.
The sheaves groove diameter should be no less than 10%
greater than the
Groove
rope diameter, and
Diameter
the groove should
8-inch
be round in shape,
Diameter
Rope
not V" shaped.
Sheave
Diameter
1-inch
Diameter
Rope
8:1
Ratio
No less than
10% greater
than rope
diamter
Twisted / plaited:
Braided:
A braided or plaited rope, being torque-free, can have twist

induced by constant working on winches. If a twist develops, it can
easily be removed by counter-rotating" when the rope is relaxed.
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Technical Data
Bending Radius
Temperature
Friction can be your best friend or worst enemy if it is not
managed properly. Friction takes place anytime two surfaces
come in contact. Mild friction, sometimes referred to as grip
is a good characteristic, especially in winching applications.
However, by definition, friction creates heat, the greater the
friction, the greater the heat buildup. Heat is an enemy to
synthetic fiber and elevated temperatures can drastically reduce
the strength and/or cause rope melt-through.
Any sharp bend in a rope under load decreases its strength

substantially and may cause premature damage or failure.
In sizing the radius of bitts, fairleads and chocks for best
performance the following guidelines are offered:

Where a rope bends more than 10 degrees around bitts or

chocks or, for that matter, is bending across any surface, the
diameter of that surface should not be less than 3 times the
diameter of the rope. Stated another way, the diameter of the
surface should be at least three times the rope diameter. A 4-to-1
ratio (or larger) would be better yet because the durability of the
rope increases substantially as the diameter of the surface over
which it is worked increases.
On a cleat when the rope does not bend radially around, the
barrel of the cleat can be one half the rope circumference
(minimum).
The ratio of the length of an eye splice to the diameter of the

object over which the eye is to be placed (for example, bollard,
bitt, cleat, etc.) should be a minimum 3-to-1 relationship and
preferably 5-to-1. In other words, if you have a bollard 2 feet in
diameter the eye splice should be 6 or 10 feet in length. By using
this ratio the angle of the 2 legs of the eye splice at its throat will
not be so severe as to cause a parting or tearing action at this
point (thimbles are normally designed with a 3-to-1 ratio).
High temperatures can be achieved when checking ropes on

a cable or running over stuck or non-rolling sheaves or rollers.
Each ropes construction and fiber type will yield a different
coefficient of friction (resistance to slipping) in a new and used
state. It is important to understand the operational demands,
and take into account the size, rope construction, and fiber type
to minimize heat buildup.
Never let ropes under tension rub together or move relative to

one another. Enough heat to melt the fibers can buildup and
cause the rope to fail quickly: as if it had been cut with a knife.
Always be aware of areas of heat buildup and take steps to

minimize it; under no circumstances let any rope come in
contact with an exhaust muffler or any other hot object. The
strength of a used rope can be determined by testing, but the
rope is destroyed in the process so the ability to determine
the retirement point before it fails in service is essential. That
ability is based on a combination of education in rope use
and construction along with good judgment and experience.
Remember, you almost always get what you pay for in the form
of performance and reliability.
Table 7. The critical and melting temperatures for

synthetic fibers.
This angle
is more than
10 degrees
Surface diameter should be at

least three times the rope diameter.
FIBER TYPE
Dyneema
Polypropylene
Nylon
Polyester
Technora
2 ft.
Bollards with
undersized horns.
CRITICAL TEMP.
MELTING TEMP.
150 F
250 F
325 F
350 F
450 F
300 F
330 F
425 490 F
480 F
900 F*
*While the term melting does not apply to this fiber, it does undergo
extreme degradation in these temperatures, and they char.
Minimum 6 Feet
Strength Degradation from Ultraviolet Light

Abrasion Protection of Line
With their outer jacket of polyester, Stable Braid, AmSteel II,
Validator SKB, and Progen II have a relatively high degree of
resistance to abrasion and melting. However, all synthetics
are subject to melting if subjected to enough friction and heat;
therefore, such practices as surging on a gypsy-head winch,
hard rendering around poles, or over cross-arms, etc., should
be avoided whenever possible.
Use of Slings with Winch Lines

The winch line itself should not be used as a choker to pick up
a pole or other objects. The hook attached on the end of the
winch line can cut deeply into the rope itself. We recommend a
separate line, sling or strap be used as the choker and not the
winch line itself.
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Prolonged exposure of synthetic ropes to ultraviolet (UV) radiation

of sunlight causes varying degrees of strength degradation.

Polyester fibers are the least affected by UV exposure, and the

resulting strength degradation of exposed fibers is negligible.
Nylon is more susceptible to strength loss due to ultraviolet rays,
but with both polyester and nylon, the degree of susceptibility to
UV damage is dependent on the type of fiber and the various UV
inhibitors with which the fiber manufacturer treats them
(i.e., Samthane coating).
Polyolefin and PBO fibers are severely affected by ultraviolet

exposure, especially in their natural, undyed, and/or uncovered
states.
Harmful Chemicals
Certain chemicals break down synthetic fibers. Sulfuric acids,
alkalis, and chlorinate hydrocarbons over 160 F are to be
avoided, while strong cleaning agents or bleaches may be
harmful. If you are unsure about the effect of a specific chemical,
contact our customer service department for more information.
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Technical Data
Avoid Shock Loading

Shock loading of any line, synthetic, manila, or wire, produces

a drastically different set of physical properties and results as
compared with normal loading. Shock loading is a jerking or
snatching of a line, or a very sudden change in tension such as
from a relaxed state or low load to one of high load. A sudden drop
off a platform as short a distance as four inches actually doubles
the ropes load. Similarly, an over wrap falling off" the winch drum
can result in a 50% shock load. This results in accelerated wear
of the rope. For more information about working load factors and
shock loading, turn to page 39.
Abrasion
When a 12-strand single braid rope such as AmSteel-Blue is first
put into service, the outer filaments of the rope will quickly fuzz up.
This is the result of these filaments breaking, which actually forms
a protective cushion and shield for the fibers underneath. This
condition should stabilize, not progress. If the surface roughness
increases, excessive abrasion is taking place and strength is
being lost.

When inspecting the rope, look closely at both the inner and outer
fibers. When either is worn, the rope is obviously weakened.
Open the strands and look for powdered fiber, which is one sign
of internal wear. Estimate the internal wear to estimate total fiber
abrasion. If total fiber loss is 20%, then it is safe to assume that the
rope has lost 20% of its strength as a result of abrasion.
As a general rule for braided ropes, when there is 25% or more

wear from abrasion, or the fiber is broken or worn away, the rope
should be retired from service. For double braid ropes, 50% wear
on the cover is the retirement point, and with 3-strand ropes, 10%
or more wear is accepted as the retirement point.
Fatigue
Synthetic fibers have memory: they remember and retain the
effects of being overloaded and shock loaded. This why winch
line procedures are so important to reducing the danger of shock
loading, which prolongs the life of the rope and reduces premature
down grading. If there is reason to believe that a line has been
shock loaded above its recommended working load, it should be
logged. If a number of these instances occur, the line should be
inspected and rotated.
Glossy or Glazed Areas

Glossy or glazed areas are signs of heat damage with more
strength loss than the amount of melted fiber indicates. Fibers
adjacent to the melted areas are probably damaged from excessive
heat even though they appear normal. It is reasonable to assume
that the melted fiber has damaged an equal amount of adjacent
unmelted fiber.
End-for-Ending
It is recommended that every winch line be rotated end-for-end on a
periodic basis. This will vary high stress and wear points and extend
useful life. The recommended end-for-ending period is six months,
at which time visual inspection and washing can also be done.
Rope Inspection and Retirement

One of the most frequently asked questions is: When should

I retire my rope? The most obvious answer is before it breaks.
But, without a thorough understanding of how to inspect it and
without knowing the load history, you are left making an educated
guess. Unfortunately, there are no definitive rules nor are there
industry guidelines to establish when a rope should be retired
because there are so many variables that affect rope strength.
Factors like load history, bending radius, abrasion, chemical
exposure or some combination of those factors, make retirement
decisions difficult. Inspecting your rope should be a continuous
process of observation before, during, and after each use. In
synthetic fiber ropes, the amount of strength loss due to abrasion
and/or flexing is directly related to the amount of broken fiber in
the ropes cross section. After each use, look and feel along every
inch of the rope length inspecting for damage as listed below.
Discoloration
With use, all ropes get dirty. Be on the lookout for areas of
discoloration that could be caused by chemical contamination.
Determine the cause of the discoloration and replace the rope if it
is brittle or stiff.
Inconsistent Diameter
Inspect for flat areas, bumps or lumps. This can indicate core or
internal damage from overloading or shock loads and is usually
sufficient reason to replace the rope.
Inconsistent TEXTURE
Inconsistent texture or stiff areas can indicate excessive dirt or grit
embedded in the rope or shock load damage and is usually reason
to replace the rope.
RESIDUAL STRENGTH TESTING

Samson offers customers residual strength testing of our ropes,
which is critical in determining retirement criteria. Periodic testing
of samples taken from ropes currently in service ensures that
retirement criteria are updated to reflect the actual conditions
of service.
Visual Inspection
The load-bearing capacity of double braid ropes such as Stable
Braid is divided equally between the inner core and the outer cover.
If upon inspection, there are cut strands or significant abrasion
damage the rope must be retired because the strength of the entire
rope is decreased.

Core-dependent double braids such as AmSteel II have 100%

of their load-bearing capacity handled by the core alone.
For these ropes, the jacket can sustain damage without
compromising the strength of the load-bearing member.
Inspection of core-dependent double braids can be misleading
because it is difficult to see the core.
In the case of 12-strand single braids such as AmSteel and

AmSteel-Blue, each of the 12-strands carries approximately 8.33%,
or 1/12th, of the load. If upon inspection, there are cut strands or
significant abrasion damage to the rope, the rope must be retired
or the areas of damage removed and the rope repaired with the
appropriate splice.
Details on visual inspection are located on pages 4647.
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Samson has established test methods that comply with industry

standard methods like CI-1500, with more stringent specifications
and testing instructions to eliminate wide tolerances or generalized
procedures, resulting in more consistent, reliable data for our
customers, and more accurate assessment of retirement criteria.
Samson offers customers residual strength testing of our ropes.

Periodic testing of samples taken from ropes currently in service
ensures that retirement criteria are updated to reflect the actual
conditions of service.
Samson R&D maintains the largest-capacity testing machine for

synthetic rope in the industry, capable of testing rope to failure up
to 1.1 million pounds. The machine is fully computer controlled,
provides automated cycle loading, and precise elongation
measurements. All data is acquired, stored, calculations performed,
and reports generated automatically for an efficient evaluation of
your ropes condition.
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Glossary of Terms
ABRASION RESISTANCE: The ability of
a fiber or rope to withstand surface wear and
rubbing due to motion against other fibers or
rope components (internal abrasion), or a contact
surface such as wraps on a winch drum (external
abrasion), which can be a portion of the rope itself.
BLOCK CREEL: A method of rope making.
A given length of rope is produced from a ropemaking machine where all the subcomponents of
the rope structure are continuous without splices.
The term arises from filling all creels or bobbins to
maximum (block creels) and ends the rope-making
process when the first one is empty.
BRAID: n. A rope or textile structure formed by
a braiding process. v. The intertwining of strands
in a braiding process to produce a tubular rope
structure.
BRAID, DOUBLE: A rope constructed from an
inner hollow braided rope (core) that has another
hollow braided rope constructed around its exterior
(cover). Core and cover may be either plain or twill
braid and both share any load on the rope, but not
necessarily in equal amounts. Also called braidon-braid.
BRAID, HOLLOW (Also: Braid, Single Braid,
Diamond): A single braid rope construction of
either plain or twill braid. The center is hollow.
On the surface all strands are parallel to the axis.
BRAID, SOLID: A cylindrical braid in which
each strand alternately passes under and over one
or more of the other strands of the rope while all
strands are rotating around the axis with the same
direction of rotation. On the surface, all strands
appear to be parallel to the axis.
BRAIDER SPLICE: In a braided rope, the
continuation of a single interrupted strand (or
multiple strands) with another identical strand that
is braided from the same carrier. The interrupted
and replacement strands are arranged in parallel
over some distance, and are buried, or tucked, into
the braid to secure them into the braid. To maintain
maximum strength, the strands should overlap one
another for a sufficient distance.
BREAKING LENGTH: A convenient term
for comparing the strength-to-weight ratio of
textile structures from one product to another. The
calculated length of a specimen whose weight is
equal to the breaking load.
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BREAKING STRENGTH: For cordage, the

nominal force (or load) that would be expected
to break or rupture a single specimen in a tensile
test conducted under a specified procedure. On a
group of like specimens it may be expressed as
an average or as a minimum based on statistical
analysis.
CYCLE LENGTH: The length along the axis

required for a strand to make one revolution
around the rope.
Note: Breaking force refers to an external force

applied to an individual specimen to produce
rupture, whereas breaking strength preferably
should be restricted to the characteristic average
force required to rupture several specimens
of a sample. While the breaking strength is
numerically equal to the breaking force for
an individual specimen, the average breaking
force observed for two or more specimens of
a specific sample is referred to or used as the
breaking strength of the sample.
DENIER: The system used internationally for

the numbering of silk and man-made filament
yarns, with the exception of glass yarns. It is the
primary unit for determining the size of a yarn and
is based on its linear density. Officially, it is defined
as the number unit weights of 0.05 grams per
450-meter length. Denier is equivalent numerically
to the number of grams per 9,000 meters. In
the English numbering system, 1 denier equals
4,464,528 yards to the pound. Denier is also used
to indicate the thickness of a man-made fiber
staple. For example, a staple is said to be 3 denier
if 1,488,176 linear yards of the (continuous) staple
would weigh one pound. The metric equivalent is
Tex, the grams mass of 10,000 meters of yarn.
BREAKING STRENGTH, MINIMUM:

Cordage Institute standard. A value based on a
statistically significant number of breaking load
tests and the standard deviation used to establish
the minimum value.
CLASS I ROPE: Rope constructions produced
with non-high-modulus fibers that impart the
strength and stretch characteristics to the rope
that have tenacities of 15 grams/denier (gpd)
or less and a total stretch at break of 6% or
greater. Typical Class I ropes are produced with
traditional fibers such as: olefin (polypropylene or
polyethylene), nylon, and polyester. These fibers
can be used in combination or singularly in the
various rope constructions such as: 3-strand,
8-strand, 12-strand braids, double braids,
or core-dependent braids.
CLASS II ROPE: Rope constructions produced
with high modulus fibers that impart the strength
and stretch characteristics to the rope that have
tenacities greater than 15 grams/denier (gpd) and
a total stretch at break of less than 6%. Typical
Class II ropes are produced with: HMPE (Dyneema
fiber or Spectra), Aramid (Technora or Kevlar),
LCP (Vectran), PBO (ZYLON) and carbon fibers.
These fibers can be used in combination or
singularly in the various ropes constructions such
as: 3-strand, 8-strand, 12-strand, double braids,
or core-dependent braids.
CORE-DEPENDENT BRAIDS: Braidedcover rope constructions that utilize an internal
core member or members to create the desired
strength and stretch characteristics of the rope.
The primary function of the external cover braid
is to contain the core or cores and create the
desired degree of rope firmness. Based on the
fiber or combination of fibers used in the cover
braid, the following characteristics of the rope can
be altered: coefficient of friction, wear resistance,
specific gravity, and heat resistance due to friction.
Core-dependent braided ropes typically have
internal strength members produced with parallel
bundled fiber cores, a single braid core, multiple
braid cores, or multiple 3-strand cores. This type of
rope construction can be produced with traditional
fibers, high-modulus fibers, or combinations
of both fiber groups, and offers the potential of
creating a wide range of design parameters.
DEGRADATION: The loss of desirable physical

properties by a textile material due to some
process of physical or chemical phenomenon.
DYNAMIC LOAD (for cordage): Any rapidly

applied load that increases the load significantly
above the normal static load when lifting or
suspending a weight. Dynamic effects are greater
on a low elongation rope such as manila than on a
higher elongation rope such as nylon, and greater
on a shorter rope than on a longer one. Also, any
rapidly applied load to cordage that may change its
properties significantly when compared to slowly
applied loads.
EXTRUSION: For polymer filaments. The
process of producing filaments by forcing a
polymer through a die.
FATIGUE: The tendency of a material to weaken
or fail during alternate tension-tension or tensioncompression cycles. In cordage, particularly
at loads well below the breaking strength, this
degradation is often caused by internal abrasion
of the fibers and yarns, but may also be caused
by fiber damage due to compression. Some
fibers develop cracks or splits that cause failure,
especially at relatively high loads.
FIBER: A long, fine, very flexible structure that
may be woven, braided, or twisted into a variety of
fabrics, twine, cordage, or rope.
FINISH: An oil, emulsion, lubricant, or the like,
applied to fibers to prevent damage during textile
processing or to improve performance during use
of the product.
HYDROLYSIS: The attack of the water ions
on polymeric molecules, which results in polymer
chain scission and loss of the fibers physical
properties.
LAID ROPES: Ropes made by twisting three
or more strands together with the twist direction
opposite that of the strands.
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Glossary of Terms
LAY LENGTH: The actual distance required to
make one complete revolution around the axis of
any element in a strand, cord, or rope.
POLYMER: A long-chain molecule from which

man-made fibers are derived; produced by linking
together molecular units called monomers.
LIQUID CRYSTAL POLYMER (LCP):

A thermoplastic multifilament yarn spun from a
proprietary liquid crystal polymer. LCP fiber is five
times stronger than steel and ten times stronger
than aluminum for its weight. It has excellent
chemical resistance and no creep.
POLYPROPYLENE (PP): A polyolefin resin,

produced from the polymerization of propylene
gas, and used in the production of manufactured
fiber. Polypropylene may be extruded into a
number of fiber forms for use by the ropemaker.
MONOFILAMENT: A yarn consisting of one

or more heavy, coarse, continuous filaments
produced by the extrusion of a polymeric material
suitable for fiber production.
MULTIFILAMENT: A yarn consisting of
many fine continuous filaments produced by the
spinning of a polymeric material suitable for fiber
production.
NAPPING: A process that raises the surface
fibers of a fabric, cord, or rope by means of rapid
passage over metal surfaces.
NOMINAL SIZE: A designation that has been
determined by the measurement of another
property. For rope, diameter is considered
a nominal property and is based upon the
measurement of the linear density of the rope in
accordance with some standard.
NYLON (PA) FIBER: A manufactured fiber
in which the fiber-forming substance (polyamide)
is characterized by recurring amide groups
as an integral part of the polymer chain. The
two principal types of nylon fiber used in rope
production are type 6.6 and type 6. The number
in the type designation is indicative of the number
of carbon atoms separating the acid and amine
groups in the polymer chain.
pH: Value indicating the acidity or alkalinity of a
material. A pH of 7.0 is neutral; less than 7.0 is
acidic, and more than 7.0 is basic.
POLYESTER (PET) FIBER: A manufactured
fiber in which the fiber-forming substance
(polyester) is characterized by a long chain
polymer having 85% by weight of an ester of a
substituted aromatic carboxylic acid.
POLYETHYLENE (PE): A polyolefin resin,
produced from the polymerization of ethylene
gas, and used in the production of manufactured
fiber. Polyethylene is similar to polypropylene in its
properties but has a higher specific gravity and a
lower melting point.
POLYETHYLENE, EXTENDED CHAIN:
A polyolefin fiber that is characterized by the gel
spinning at a very high rate for narrow molecular
weight distribution to produce an extremely high
tenacity material. The strength of the fiber is
approximately 10 times that of steel on a weightfor-weight basis.
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ROPE, EIGHT-STRAND PLAITED: A rope

of which the strands are generally plaited in pairs,
and mainly used for marine purposes.
ROPE, FIBER: A compact but flexible,
torsionally balanced structure produced from
strands that are laid, plaited, or braided together
to produce a product that serves to transmits a
tensile force between two points. Generally greater
than 3/16" diameter.
SPECIFIC GRAVITY: Ratio of the mass of a
material to the mass of an equal volume of water.
SPLICE: The joining of two ends of yarn,
strands, or cordage by intertwining or inserting
these ends into the body of the product. An eye
splice may be formed by using a similar process
joining one end into the body of the product.
TWISTING: The process of combining two or

more parallel textile elements by controlling the
lineal and rotational speeds of the material to
produce a specific twist level.
WORKING LOAD LIMIT: The working
load that must not be exceeded for a particular
application as established by an engineer or
supervisor, or regulatory or standards setting
agency.
YARN: A generic term for a continuous strand
of textile fibers, filaments, or material in a form
suitable for intertwining to form a textile structure
via any one of a number of textile processes.
YARN, SINGLE: The simplest textile structure
available for processing into rope, twine, or
cordage.
YARN, PLIED: A yarn formed by twisting
together two or more single yarns in one operation
in a direction opposite to the twist direction of the
single yarns to produce a balanced structure.
STRAND: The largest individual element used

in the final rope-making process and obtained by
joining and twisting (or braiding) together several
yarns or groups of yarns.
STAPLE: The staple length of natural fibers
varies from less than 1" for some cotton fibers
to several feet for some hard fibers. Man-made
fibers are cut to a definite length, usually about
1-1/2" but occasionally down to 1", so they can
be processed on the cotton, woolen, and worsted
systems. The term staple (fiber) is used in the
textile industry to distinguish natural or cut length
of man-made fibers from filament.
TENSILE STRENGTH, MINIMUM (Also:
Breaking Strength, Minimum): A value based on
a large number of breaking-force tests that is two
standard deviations below the mean.
TORQUE: A force or a combination of forces
that produces or tends to produce a twisting or
rotating motion. When used in describing the
performance or characteristic of yarn, the term
torque refers to the character that tends to make it
turn on itself as a result of twisting.
TWIST: The number of turns about the axis
applied to a fiber, yarn, strand, or rope over a given
length to combine the individual elements into
a larger and stronger structure. The direction of
rotation about the axis denoted as S (left hand)
or Z (right hand) twist.
TWIST, BALANCED: In a plied yarn or cord,
an arrangement of twist that will not cause the
yarn or cord to twist on itself when held in the
form of an open loop.
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Rope Retirement Checklist

Inspection and Retirement Checklist*
Any rope that has been in use for any period
of time will show normal wear and tear. Some
characteristics of a used rope will not reduce
strength while others will. In addition while
to others will. Below we have defined normal
conditions that should be inspected on a
regular basis.
*REFERENCES Cordage Institute International, International Guideline CI2001-04,
Fiber-Rope Inspection and Retirement Criteria: Guidelines to Enhance Durability
and the Safer Use of Rope, 2004.
Single Braid Inspection and Retirement

As a rope is used, it will undergo normal changes such as
constructional elongation and splice setting (see page 38
for definitions). Compression and pulled strands are rope
conditions that do not reduce the strength of the rope and
can easily be corrected.
If upon inspection you find any of these conditions, you must consider
the following:

> the length of the rope,

> the time it has been in service,

> the type of work it does,

> where the damage is, and

> the extent of the damage

> before deciding to repair or retire it.
In general, it is recommended to:

> Repair the rope if the observed damage is in localized areas.

> Retire the rope if the damage is over extended areas.
REDUCED VOLUME Repair or retire

What
> 25% reduction
Cause > Abrasion

> Sharp edges and surfaces
> Cyclic tension wear
Compression Not a permanent characteristic

What
> Visible sheen

> Stiffness reduced by flexing
the rope

> Not to be confused with melting
> Often seen on winch drums
Cause > Fiber setting

Corrective Action
Flex the rope to remove compression
PULLED STRAND Not a permanent characteristic

What > Strand pulled away
from the rest of the rope

> Is not cut or otherwise
damaged
Cause > Snagging on equipment or
surfaces
Corrective Action
Work back in to rope
MELTED OR GLAZED FIBER Repair or retire

What
> Fused fibers

>

>

>
Visibly charred and melted

fibers, yarns, and/or
strands
Extreme stiffness
Unchanged by flexing
Cause > Exposure to excessive heat
DISCOLORATION Repair or retire

What
> Fused fibers
> Brittle fibers

> Stiffness
Cause > Chemical contamination
Inconsistent diameter Repair or retire

What
> Flat areas
> Lumps and bumps
Cause > Shock loading

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> Broken internal strands
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Rope Retirement Checklist

Double Braid and Core-Dependent
Double Braid Inspection and Retirement
MELTED OR GLAZED FIBER Repair or retire

What
There are two types of double braid rope. For the purpose

>

>

>
of this discussion consider the following:

> Double braid has the cover integrated with the core, and
> Core-dependent double braid has a cover only for abrasion
protection and the core bears the weight of the load.
If the cover is damaged on a double braid, the strength of the
rope has been compromised. If the cover on a core-dependent
double braid has been damaged, the strength of the rope
may not be compromised and close inspection of the line is
necessary to make the determination.
> Fused fibers

Visibly charred and melted
fibers, yarns, and/or
strands
Extreme stiffness
Unchanged by flexing
Cause > Exposure to excessive heat
DISCOLORATION Repair or retire
CUT STRANDS Repair or retire
What
> Fused fibers
> Brittle fibers

> Stiffness
Cause > Chemical contamination
What > Three or more

adjacent cut strands
Cause > Abrasion

INCONSISTENT DIAMETER Repair or retire

What

REDUCED VOLUME Repair or retire

What
> Flat areas

> Lumps and bumps
Cause > Shock loading

> 50% volume reduction
> Broken internal strands
Cause > Abrasion

Retire The Rope When its Time

Regular inspection of the lines will help determine when
the rope will need to be retired.
Internal abrasion can be determined by pulling one
strand away from the others and looking for powdered
or broken fiber filaments (Fig. 1 and Fig. 2).
Fig. 1 Inspect for internal abrasion.
Fig. 2 Inspect for internal abrasion.
Fig. 3 Compare surface yarns

with internal yarns.
To determine the extent of outer fiber damage from abrasion, a single yarn in all abraded areas
should be examined. The diameter of the abraded yarn should then be compared to a portion of the
same yarn or an adjacent yarn of the same type that has been protected by the strand crossover
area and is free from abrasion damage (Fig. 3).
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REGISTERED TRADEMARK NOTICES:
AmSteel is a registered trademark of Samson Rope Technologies.
DPX is a trademark of Samson Rope Technologies.
Spectra is a registered trademark of Honeywell Corporation.
Technora is a registered trademark of Teijin, Ltd.
Vectran is a registered trademark of Hoechst Celanese Corporation.
Zylon PBO is a registered trademark of Toyobo Co., Ltd.
Dyneema is a registered trademark
of Royal DSM N.V.
Dyneema is DSMs high-performance
polyethylene product.
Innegra -S is a
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With a record of more than 130 years of creating quality and

Samson has continued to pioneer new technology, utilizing

Samson was founded in 1878, and the companys famed

> DPX, a proprietary fiber technology,

Samson took a huge leap forward in 1957 by inventing the

> A patented heat-resistant coating and rope

In the 1980s Samson continued to pioneer new technologies,

partnered with DSM Dyneema , and in 1996 introduced

SSR-100-3 3-S Pg. 19

Quik-Splice 12-S Pg. 11

Quantum-12 12-S Pg. 11

PTS-12 Nylon 12-S Pg. 10

Pro-Set-3 3-S Pg. 18

Pro-Master 3-S Pg. 18

ML-12 12-S Pg. 10

Dura-Plex 12-S Pg. 9

Chafe Protection Pg. 22

AmSteel-Blue 12-S Pg. 8

AmSteel II Plus DB Pg. 14

AmSteel 12-S Pg. 8

Product Guide (listed alphabetically)

Samson pushes the forefront of fiber, coating, and rope construction

Hollow Braid Construction

Specialty Braid Construction

PTS-3 Nylon (660)............................ 23

Ultra Blue-3 3-S Pg. 20

Tenex-TEC 12-S Pg. 13

Tenex 12-S Pg. 12

Tech-12 12-S Pg. 12

Super Strong DB Pg. 16

Static Rope DB Pg. 21

Stable Braid DB Pg. 15

SSR-1200-3 3-S Pg. 19

Whoopie Sling (689).........................

Glossary of Terms. ........................ 44

Where people and technology make

Vertical Lifelines Pg. 23

Validator-12 12-S Pg. 13

The Samson Advantage:

VEHICLE Winch Lines

12-S Innegra-S Dyneema Blend

12-S DPX (Dyneema Polyester Blend)

3-S Polyester Olefin Blend

PTS-3 Nylon Lifeline 23

12-S Polyester plied over Olefin

*DB = Double Braid, HB = Hollow Braid, 3-S = 3-Strand, 12-S = 12-Strand

Class I rope constructions consist of traditional fibers

High-Performance Synthetic Fiber Ropes

flex-fatigue and abrasion. For many applications, AmSteel performs.

performance synthetic rope for use as pilot, intermediate, and/

High-Performance Synthetic Fiber Ropes

Quantum-12 utilizes Samsons patented DPX fiber technology. Quantum-12 is a lightweight

AmSteel : More Than a Rigging Rope

12-Strand Single Braids

specifically formulated to match end-user requirements and specific rope

Product Code: 870

> Made with Dyneema and

> Pulling/stringing lines