Manufactured from fibres obtained from the leaves of the Agave Sisalana plant. A tough, versatile fibre ideal for general purpose ropes used in mining, trucking and general industrial applications. Ideal for applications not requiring high strength or great elasticity.

Typical Applications

Truck Ropes
Slings
Driving Ropes
Capstan Ropes
Halters
Nets
Barrier Ropes
Rope Handles
Tug-o-War Ropes
Properties

High strength when dry but reduced marginally (10-15%) when wet
Approximately 10% elongation dry and 12-13% wet
Low energy absorption (do not stretch significantly under load)
Good abrasion
Does not float in water
Strong resistance to most chemicals and are not affected by volatile petroleum solvents, mineral oils and alkalis
Sensitive to mineral acids, paints, detergents, chemical salts and very humid or dry atmospheric conditions.
The rope is combustible
Absorb water readily and fibres lose strength when wet
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