Kernmantle Rescue Ropes

Replace those old manilla/sisal ropes with modern rescue ropes!

Synthetic fibre ropes are recommended for Civil Defence Rescue purposes. The construction style provides a rope that is strong and resistant to damage, yet is light and easy to handle.

The criteria for synthetic fibre ropes are laid down in Australian Standard AS4142.3- 1993,
(Fibre ropes-Part 3 Man-made fibre rope for static life rescue lines):

• Minimum diameter 11mm
• Static kernmantel construction
• Minimum rated strength 3000kg
• 100% Polyamide (Nylon)
• Spin / twist resistant
• Abrasion resistant
• Good handling and knotting properties
• Maximum 3% elongation at 80kg load
• Maximum 10% elongation at 375kg load
• Maximum 20% elongation at 3000kg load
• Contrasting core and sheath colours
• Coded with an identification tape in the core.

This construction style provides a rope that is strong and resistant to damage,
yet is light and easy to handle.

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