Typical Specifications
| Dynamic ropes | ||
|---|---|---|
| Diameter | Typical impact force* | Typical weight |
| 8.1mm (~5/16") | 6 kN (1350 lb) | 42g/m (0.45oz/ft) |
| 9.8mm (~3/8") | 8 kN (1800 lb) | 63g/m (0.67oz/ft) |
| 11mm (~7/16") | 9 kN (2000 lb) | 78g/m (0.84oz/ft) |
*Dynamic ropes are rated for a certain number of falls (usually 5-10) at a given impact force.
| Static ropes | ||
|---|---|---|
| Diameter | Typical breaking strength | Typical weight |
| 9mm (~11/32") | 21 kN (4700 lb) | 51g/m (0.55oz/ft) |
| 10mm (~3/8") | 27 kN (6000 lb) | 66g/m (0.71oz/ft) |
| 10.5mm (~13/32") | 30 kN (6750 lb) | 69g/m (0.74oz/ft) |
| 11mm (~7/16") | 34 kN (7650 lb) | 75g/m (0.81oz/ft) |
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