48mm-80mm 8 Strand Polypropylene Pp Marine Ropes White Color With CCS Certificates

48mm-80mm 8 Strand Polypropylene Pp Marine Ropes White Color With CCS Certificates

Description & Construction

An 8-strand polypropylene rope is a synthetic rope constructed from eight individual strands that are plaited (braided) together around a core, which is often hollow. Unlike twisted ropes, this braided structure gives it a round, smooth, and non-kinking profile.

• Material: Made from polypropylene (PP), a thermoplastic polymer.

• Construction: 8-Strand Plaited (or Braided). Visually, it looks like four pairs of strands intertwined, creating a dense, cylindrical rope. Some variants may have a parallel core for added strength.

• Key Identifier: It is often referred to as "MFP" (MultiFilament Polypropylene) rope when made from continuous filament fibers, giving it a smooth, shiny feel.

48mm-80mm 8 Strand Polypropylene Pp Marine Ropes White Color With CCS Certificates

Rope Images

48mm-80mm 8 Strand Polypropylene Pp Marine Ropes White Color With CCS Certificates

Key Features & Advantages

1. Excellent Buoyancy: Polypropylene is less dense than water (specific gravity ~0.91). This makes the rope float indefinitely, a primary reason for its use in marine and water sports applications.

2. Lightweight: It is one of the lightest synthetic ropes available, making it easy to handle, coil, and transport.

3. Cost-Effective: It is generally one of the most economical synthetic rope options.

4. Resistant to Water & Chemicals: Does not absorb water, so it doesn't get waterlogged or rot. It has good resistance to most acids, alkalis, and solvents.

5. Smooth Handling: The 8-strand plait construction is flexible, has a good hand feel, is easy to splice, and is resistant to kinking compared to twisted ropes.

6. UV Stabilized (Commonly): Most commercial polypropylene ropes are UV-stabilized to slow degradation from sunlight, though prolonged exposure should still be avoided where possible.

48mm-80mm 8 Strand Polypropylene Pp Marine Ropes White Color With CCS Certificates

Primary Applications

The unique combination of buoyancy, low cost, and lightweight dictates its use:

• Marine & Dock Lines:

  • Ski/Rope Tow Lines: Its floating characteristic is perfect for water ski, wakeboard, and tow ropes, keeping the line on the surface and away from propellers.

  • Dock & Anchor Lines: For small boats, dinghies, and as temporary mooring lines where high strength is not critical.

  • Lifeline/Throw Lines: Often used as lightweight rescue lines on vessels.

• Water Sports & Recreation:

  • Skipping Ropes, Boundary/Field Lines: For pools, beaches, and sports fields.

  • Pool Covers & Safety Lines.

• General Purpose & Utility:

  • Gardening, Agriculture: Temporary fencing, tying plants, hay bales (where its weather resistance is useful).

  • Construction: Light-duty tag lines, barrier ropes, or temporary guidelines where buoyancy or low cost is needed. Not for critical lifting or safety.

  • Cargo Securing: Light lashing on trucks or trailers for non-critical loads.

  • Decorative & Flagpoles: Often used for flag halyards due to its low cost and smooth handling.

48mm-80mm 8 Strand Polypropylene Pp Marine Ropes White Color With CCS Certificates

We can provide different class certificates like CCS, ABS, DNVGL, LR and NK.

48mm-80mm 8 Strand Polypropylene Pp Marine Ropes White Color With CCS Certificates

Company Information

Qingdao Florescence Co., Ltd is a professional manufacturer of ropes certified by ISO9001. We have set up several production bases in Shandong and Jiangsu of China to provide professional service of ropes for customers in different types.Main products are polypropylene polyethylene polypropylene multifilament polyamide polyamide multifilament, polyester, UHMWPE.ATLAS and so on.