8-Strand
Proton®-8
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Proton®-8 uses Dyneema® fiber for high strength and low weight, with a polyester overlay to provide the heat resistance and grip necessary for use on bitts and capstans. Its flexible, torque-free, 8-strand construction performs well on both single- and split-drum winches. Proton®-8 is Samthane coated, which increases wear life.
Features:
- Easy to splice
- Firm, yet flexible
- Heat resistant
- High coefficient of friction
- High strength-to-weight ratio
- Low water absorption
- Solid grip on winch drums, bitts, and capstans
- Torque-free construction
Applications:
- Barge and Dredge Working Line
- General Working Line / Vessel Mooring
- H-Bitt Working Line / Tug Assist
- Other Fishing Line
- Primary Mooring Line / Non-jacketed
- Secondary Mooring Line
- Trawl or Bridle Line
- Tug Mainline
- Winch Line / Tug
Specifications:
Specific Gravity:
1.09
1.09
Elastic Elongation Percentage:
At % of break strength
10%: 0.58%
20%: 0.87%
30%: 0.96%
At % of break strength
10%: 0.58%
20%: 0.87%
30%: 0.96%
Splicing Procedures Required:
8-Strand Class II
8-Strand Class II
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