Polyester Braid on Braid Rope – High Strength Double Braid Marine Rope
Our premium 100% High Tenacity Polyester Braid on Braid Rope offers an excellent combination of strength, flexibility and durability for sailing, boating, marine rigging and general-purpose applications.
Manufactured with a 24 strand braided outer cover and a 12 strand braided inner core, this double braid rope provides dependable strength, excellent abrasion resistance and comfortable handling.
Designed to remain soft and flexible during normal use, it is easy to handle and suitable for professional splicing. Its low-stretch construction makes it a practical choice for halyards, sheets, mooring lines and other demanding marine applications.
Available in 6mm, 8mm, 10mm, 12mm, 14mm and 16mm diameters, with unspliced breaking loads up to 5,630kg.
Key Features
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100% High Tenacity Polyester – Strong, durable rope designed for demanding marine use.
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Double Braid Construction – 24 strand outer cover with a 12 strand inner core.
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High Breaking Strength – Unspliced rope breaking loads up to 5,630kg.
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Excellent UV Resistance – Suitable for prolonged outdoor and marine exposure.
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Excellent Abrasion Resistance – Performs well in wet and dry conditions.
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Low Working Stretch – Approximately 5% for dependable handling under load.
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Soft & Flexible – Designed to remain supple without hardening during normal use.
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Easy to Splice – Suitable for custom rope assemblies and professional end terminations.
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Six Diameters Available – Choose from 6mm to 16mm.
Rope Sizes & Breaking Loads
| Rope Diameter |
Weight per 100m |
Unspliced Rope Breaking Load |
| 6mm |
2.87kg |
680kg |
| 8mm |
5.10kg |
1,550kg (1.55 Tonnes) |
| 10mm |
7.97kg |
2,330kg (2.33 Tonnes) |
| 12mm |
11.50kg |
3,270kg (3.27 Tonnes) |
| 14mm |
15.60kg |
4,370kg (4.37 Tonnes) |
| 16mm |
20.40kg |
5,630kg (5.63 Tonnes) |
Unspliced rope breaking loads tested in accordance with ISO 2307.
Technical Specifications
| Specification |
Details |
| Material |
100% High Tenacity Polyester |
| Construction |
Double Braid / Braid on Braid |
| Outer Cover |
24 Strand Polyester |
| Inner Core |
12 Strand Polyester |
| Available Diameters |
6mm, 8mm, 10mm, 12mm, 14mm & 16mm |
| Specific Gravity |
1.38kg/dm³ |
| UV Resistance |
Excellent |
| Chemical Resistance |
Good |
| Melting Point |
Approx. 256°C |
| Critical Temperature |
Approx. 170°C |
| Working Stretch |
Approx. 5% |
| Elongation at Break |
Approx. 15% |
| Fibre Water Absorption |
Approx. 1–2% |
| Wet Abrasion Resistance |
Excellent |
| Dry Abrasion Resistance |
Excellent |
| Stated Rope Standard |
ISO 10547 |
| Breaking Load Test Standard |
ISO 2307 |
| Supply |
Unspliced Rope, Sold by Metre |
Suitable Applications
Ideal for a wide range of marine and general-purpose uses, including:
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Yacht Halyards & Sail Sheets
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Sailing & Marine Rigging
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Boat Mooring & Dock Lines
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Marine Control Lines
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Custom Spliced Rope Assemblies
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General Outdoor & Industrial Ropework
📦 How to Order
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Select your rope diameter – Choose from 6mm to 16mm.
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Enter the length required – Each quantity represents 1 metre.
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Add the rope to your cart.
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Need splices? Add the required splicing service separately using the link below.
👉 Add Splices to This Rope – Click Here
Please Note: Splicing is not included in the rope price and must be purchased separately.
Custom Splicing Available
We offer professional rope splicing at our London warehouse, allowing you to customise your rope with suitable soft eyes and other end terminations.
Simply order your required rope length and add the appropriate splicing service separately.
For 16mm rope, please contact us to confirm the appropriate splicing service, as the linked option covers diameters up to 14mm.
Why Choose Polyester Braid on Braid Rope?
Polyester double braid rope provides an excellent balance of strength, flexibility, UV resistance and durability, making it a popular choice for sailing, boating and general marine applications.
Its braided cover and core work together to provide dependable performance, while the soft construction makes handling and splicing straightforward.
A strong, flexible and durable polyester double braid rope, available by the metre for sailing, mooring, rigging and general marine use.
