LDPA-8

LDPA-8 is an 8-strand polyamide (nylon) rope engineered for higher strength and improved load distribution compared to traditional twisted ropes. 

Its plaited construction provides enhanced stability, reduced torque, and better handling under heavy loads. Ideal for marine mooring, offshore use, and winch/sheave operations.

Double Twisted

8-strand plaited construction

Technical Specs

SG 1.13 | Elongation 33% | MP 220°C

Superior Abrasion Resistance

Withstands heavy wear

Chemical & Corrosion Resistant

Excellent resistance

Excellent Shock Absorption

Energy-absorbing performance

Custom Sizes

Available upon request

LDPA-8 — Engineered for marine mooring and offshore operations where higher strength and load distribution are critical. The double-twisted 8-strand nylon construction delivers enhanced stability, reduced torque, and reliable performance under heavy loads.

Product Code

242

Specific Gravity

1.13

Fiber (Core/cover)

Polyamide

Splice

8-Strand

Department buoy rope slip/Mooring line/Ship to Buoy Mooring System/Super sized commercial vessel/Tug&Towing line/Winch Line/Wire Rope Replacement

  • Double twisted construction
  • Specific gravity : 1.13
  • Elongation: 33% at break
  • Melting point: 220℃
  • Good resistance to chemicals and corrosion
  • Superior abrasion resistance
  • Excellent shock absorption

SizeWeightBreaking Strength
Dia(inch)Cir (inch)Dia(mm)220m(kg)600ft(lb)tonKN
1-1/83-1/228 98 180.00 14.00 137
1-5/164 32 130 238.00 18.00 178
1-7/164-1/236 168 308.00 22.70 222
1-5/85 40 205 376.00 27.00 264
1-3/45-1/244 250 458.00 32.00 315
1-15/166 48 290 531.00 38.00 372
2-1/86-1/252 345 632.00 44.00 430
2-1/47 56 405 742.00 49:00479
2-3/87-1/260 460 845.00 55.60 545
2-1/28 64 525 962.00 62.00 610
2-7/89 72 660 1209.00 70.00 683
3-1/410 80 820 1502.00 95.00 932
3-1/211 88 990 1814.00 118.00 1155
3-3/412 96 1170 2143.00 136.50 1337
4-1/813 104 1380 2528.00 163.00 1600
4-1/214 112 1600 2931.00 186.00 1820
4-3/415 120 1850 3389.00 213.00 2090
5-1/816 128 2136 3913.00 245.00 2400
5-3/817 136 2426 4444.00 268.00 2625
5-11/1618 144 2745 5029.00 301.00 2950
6 19 152 3068 5621.00 330.00 3240
6-3/1020 160 3385 6201.00 361.00 3540
±5% tolerance according to ISO2307

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MOQ: 1 coil  |  Custom length available  |  24-month warranty