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Towmaster Polyester

Towmaster Polyester is a high strength, compact line with superior durability, using a 7 braided core construction with very durable overbraid protection for towing and mooring in demanding environments.

  • Longitudinal stripes make twists in the rope immediately visible
  • High abrasion resistance
  • Moderate elongation
  • Excellent elastic retention
  • Excellent UV resistance
  • Low water absorption
  • Excellent towing and mooring line for high demand environments
Specific Gravity1.38*
Melting Point225°C
Critical Temp.150°C
Elongation at Break12.8%
Coefficient of Friction0.12*
Floats / SinksSinks
UV ResistanceExcellent
Wet AbrasionSuperior
Dry AbrasionSuperior

Of all the popular fibres polyester has the best weathering characteristics and the best wet abrasion resistance. Polyester demonstrates superior capability compared to nylon in maintaining its elongation even over extended durations.

* value based on data supplied by the fibre manufacturer for new, dry fibre.

Sizing & Specifications

Dimensions & Ratings

Nominal Dia. (Inch) Nominal Dia. (MM) Size Circ. Approx. Weight (Kg/100m) Min. Tensile Spliced (Te) Min. Tensile ISO Unspliced (Te)
2 5/8″648″315125.4139.3
2 3/4″688 1/2″352137.6152.9
3″729″395152.9169.9
3 1/8″769 1/2″441183.5203.9
3 1/4″8010″489188.5209.5
3 3/8″8410 1/2″548207.9231.0
3 5/8″8811″590226.3251.4
4″9612″702270.1300.1
4 1/4″10413″825315.9351.1
4 5/8″11214″956364.9405.5
5″12015″1100417.9464.4
5 1/4″12816″1250472.9525.5
5 1/2″13617″1410534.2593.5
5 11/16″14418″1580596.3662.6
6″15219″1760662.6736.2
6 1/4″16020″1951731.8813.2
6 5/8″16821″2151805.3894.8

Other sizes available on request. Contact us to confirm current lead times and pricing.

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