Black Polyester Braid on Braid Halyard Rope – Stainless Steel Thimble Spliced
Our premium Black Polyester Braid on Braid Halyard Rope combines excellent strength, flexibility and low stretch with a professionally finished stainless steel thimble eye splice.
Manufactured from 100% High Tenacity Polyester, this double braid rope features a 24 strand outer cover and 12 strand inner core, delivering dependable performance for sailing, yacht rigging and general marine applications.
Each rope is supplied with a stainless steel thimble splice, providing a reinforced attachment point that helps protect the rope eye against abrasion and wear.
Available in 8mm, 10mm and 12mm diameters, with unspliced breaking loads up to 3,270kg.
Key Features
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100% High Tenacity Polyester – Strong, durable rope for marine and sailing applications.
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Stainless Steel Thimble Spliced – Reinforced rope eye for attachment to suitable marine fittings.
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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 3,270kg.
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Low Working Stretch – Approximately 5% for reliable sail handling.
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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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Soft & Flexible – Comfortable to handle and designed to resist hardening during normal use.
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Classic Black Colour – A practical, professional finish for yacht rigging.
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Three Diameters Available – Choose from 8mm, 10mm or 12mm.
Rope Sizes & Breaking Loads
| Rope Diameter |
Weight per 100m |
Unspliced Rope Breaking Load |
| 8mm |
5.10kg |
1,550kg (1.55 Tonnes) |
| 10mm |
7.97kg |
2,330kg (2.33 Tonnes) |
| 12mm |
11.50kg |
3,270kg (3.27 Tonnes) |
Unspliced rope breaking loads tested in accordance with ISO 2307.
Technical Specifications
| Specification |
Details |
| Product Type |
Halyard Rope with Stainless Steel Thimble Splice |
| Colour |
Black |
| Material |
100% High Tenacity Polyester |
| Construction |
Double Braid / Braid on Braid |
| Outer Cover |
24 Strand Polyester |
| Inner Core |
12 Strand Polyester |
| Available Diameters |
8mm, 10mm & 12mm |
| End Termination |
Stainless Steel Thimble Eye Splice |
| 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 |
Suitable Applications
Ideal for a range of sailing and marine applications, including:
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Mainsail & Headsail Halyards
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Yacht Running Rigging
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Sailing Rope Assemblies
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Marine Attachment Lines
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General Yacht & Boat Rigging
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Applications Requiring a Reinforced Rope Eye
Stainless Steel Thimble Splice
The stainless steel thimble helps maintain the shape of the rope eye while reducing direct contact between the polyester fibres and connecting hardware.
This makes it a practical choice for halyards and marine rope assemblies where the rope is attached to suitable shackles or other fittings.
Custom Splicing Available
Need a particular rope length, different eye size or alternative end termination?
We offer professional custom rope splicing at our London warehouse. Please contact us to discuss your requirements.
A strong, flexible and low-stretch black polyester halyard rope, professionally stainless steel thimble spliced for dependable sailing and marine use.
Please Note: Select your required rope diameter and length before ordering. The stated breaking loads apply to the unspliced rope.
