POLYPROPYLENE ROPE

Because of its light weight, polypropylene is the only rope which floats, and for this reason is very popular for use as pool markers and water sports. Polypropylene is affected by sunlight deterioration (more so than any other synthetic or natural fiber rope), but its life can be extended by storing it away from direct sunlight.

Polypropylene begins to weaken at 150° F and melts at 330° F, the lowest melting point of all synthetic ropes. It is generally an all-purpose rope for the average consumer.

PRODUCT OVERVIEW

Floats
Good knot retention
Low stretch
Can be stored wet or dry
Resistant to oils, most chemicals, rot and mildew
Great for use as swimming pool marker rope, while camping, or in general use applications

CONSTRUCTION

Twisted
Hollow Braid
Solid Braid
Diamond Braid

ROPE MATERIAL COMPARISON

Use the table below to see how polypropylene compares to other rope materials.

	NYLON	POLYESTER	POLYPROPYLENE	SISAL	COTTON
STRENGTH	EXCELLENT	GOOD	VERY GOOD	POOR	POOR
FLOATS	NO	NO	YES	NO	NO
STRETCH	MODERATE	LOW	HIGH	VERY LOW	VERY LOW
UV RESISTANCE	VERY GOOD	EXCELLENT	POOR	GOOD	POOR
ROT/MILDEW RESISTANCE	EXCELLENT	EXCELLENT	EXCELLENT	POOR	POOR
ABRASION RESISTANCE	VERY GOOD	EXCELLENT	GOOD	FAIR	POOR
STORAGE REQUIREMENTS	WET OR DRY	WET OR DRY	WET OR DRY	DRY	DRY
OIL/GAS RESISTANCE	VERY GOOD	VERY GOOD	VERY GOOD	FAIR	POOR