Nylon Mooring Strop – 8 Strand Rope with Stainless Steel Thimble
Heavy-duty Nylon Mooring Strop, manufactured from strong, flexible 8 strand plaited rope and finished with a spliced stainless steel thimble for added protection at the connection point.
Designed for marine mooring applications, this strop combines high breaking strength, excellent abrasion resistance and the flexibility of an 8 strand construction.
Available in 12mm, 14mm and 16mm diameters to suit a range of mooring requirements.
Key Features
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High Strength Nylon Rope – Durable construction for demanding marine applications.
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8 Strand Plaited Design – Flexible, easy to handle and resistant to kinking.
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Spliced Stainless Steel Thimble – Reinforces the rope eye and helps protect against abrasion.
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Excellent Abrasion Resistance – Performs well in both wet and dry conditions.
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Excellent UV Resistance – Suitable for outdoor and marine environments.
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Flexible Mooring Solution – Practical for securing boats and vessels.
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Three Sizes Available – Choose from 12mm, 14mm or 16mm.
Rope Sizes & Breaking Loads
| Rope Diameter |
Unspliced Rope Breaking Load |
| 12mm |
3,000kg (3.0 Tonnes) |
| 14mm |
4,100kg (4.1 Tonnes) |
| 16mm |
5,300kg (5.3 Tonnes) |
Unspliced rope breaking loads tested in accordance with ISO 2307.
Technical Specifications
| Specification |
Details |
| Material |
Nylon |
| Construction |
8 Strand Plaited |
| Available Diameters |
12mm, 14mm & 16mm |
| Eye Finish |
Spliced Stainless Steel Thimble |
| UV Resistance |
Excellent |
| Chemical Resistance |
Good |
| Melting Point |
Approx. 256°C |
| Critical Temperature |
Approx. 170°C |
| Elongation at Break |
Approx. 15–20% |
| Fibre Water Absorption |
Approx. 1–2% |
| Wet Abrasion Resistance |
Excellent |
| Dry Abrasion Resistance |
Excellent |
| Stated Rope Standard |
ISO 1141 |
| Breaking Load Test |
ISO 2307 (Unspliced) |
Custom Splicing Available
Need a different rope length, diameter or eye size?
We offer custom splicing to suit your requirements. Please contact us for more information.
A strong, flexible and abrasion-resistant mooring strop, professionally spliced with a stainless steel thimble for dependable marine use.
