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Disclaimer & copyright The information contained in this catalog is derived from many sources, including numerous thirdparty manufacturers and suppliers over which Southern Wire, a division of Houston Wire & Cable Company (HWC) has no control. No effort has been made to continually verify independently the original or continued accuracy of such information. HWC does not warrant, or in any manner assume responsibility for, the accuracy of the product pictures, descriptions, dimensions, characteristics, capabilities, uses or similar information contained herein. Also, all such information is subject to change from time to time without notice and HWC assumes no responsibility for revising the catalog to reflect such changes. ACCORDINGLY, THE AVAILABILITY AND SUITABILITY FOR SPECIFIC PRODUCTS FOR THEIR INTENDED PURPOSE SHOULD BE CONFIRMED AT THE TIME OF ORDER AND THE CONFORMITY OF ALL PRODUCTS TO ORDER SPECIFICATIONS SHOULD BE VERIFIED AT THE TIME OF DELIVERY. Terms and Conditions of sale are available on our website at www.houwire.com. 0, Southern Wire 0 Metro Road Olive Branch, MS 000 Fax: 7 A Division of Houston Wire & Cable Company 00 North Loop East Houston, TX 770 7000 Fax: 700 About southern wire Founded in 7, Southern Wire is a leading wholesale distributor of wire rope and rigging products. Our broad product offering from wire rope, cable, chain, rigging hardware to synthetic slings enables us to be a singlesource solution to all of our customers. We offer a large inventory of import and domestic wire rope including specialty, general purpose and galvanized options. In addition to our traditional green and white wire rope, we provide a full line of wire rope fabrication through. inch diameter including proof testing. Southern Wire also offers an extensive line of synthetic slings including web and polyround slings, private labeled with a custom name and contact information. With sales and distribution centers strategically located throughout the United States, Southern Wire is able to provide unparalleled logistics and service to its customers. This combined with the power of our parent company, Houston Wire & Cable Company, allows Southern Wire the ability to live up to our commitment of Right Product Right Place Right Time. Southern Wire has earned a reputation for understanding the unique buying requirements of our customers and exceeding our customers expectations. We are committed to increasing our customers competitive advantage through superior customer service, aggressive pricing, quality inventory and a dedicated, knowledgeable staff. Partner with a company that provides more than just wire rope, we offer solutions for success! Southern Wire Mission statement With quality and safety as our guide, it is the mission of Southern Wire to deliver superior foreign and domestic wire rope, chain, and other related rigging products and fabricated assemblies with exceptional service. By purchasing in large volumes from qualified vendors, stocking at strategically located nationwide distribution centers, and utilizing proprietary state of the art technologies, we are able to provide same day shipping of stock items at outstanding value. The Southern Wire family strives to build strong relationships with our customers, employees, vendors, and community by exceeding expectations and providing long term competitive advantages. (00)0 0 Synthetics Catalog. All data subject to change without notice.
Table of contents Synthetic Sling Catalog Information and ValueAdded Services Recommended Practices Rated Capacity Information Customize Your Sling Products Nylon and Polyester Web Slings Wide Body Type and Load Balancer Web Slings MultiLeg Bridle Polyester Roundslings Stage Slings Cordage Spectra Plasma Southern Wire Product Overview (00)0 0 Synthetics Catalog. All data subject to change without notice.
Recommended Practices For a complete review of recommended industry practices, please refer to: ASME B0. Sling Safety Standard OSHA Industrial Slings Regulations (Office of the Federal Register) Web Sling Tie Down Association Technical Manual What to do Make sure load weight is within the sling's rated capacity; slings should be long enough so the rated load is adequate when the sling to load angle is considered Select sling characteristics that are suitable for the load, hitch and environment Slings with fittings used in a choker hitch should be of sufficient length to ensure choking action is on the webbing, not the fitting Balance loads on basket hitch slings to prevent slippage Make sure fitting opening shape and size ensure proper seating in the hook and the other attachments Protect slings from being cut by sharp edges or abrasive surfaces Keep tags and labels away from the load, hook and point of choke Place blocks under a load to allow removal of sling Hitch slings so that the load is controlled Make sure personnel stand clear of suspended loads and remain alert for snagging Avoid shock loading Avoid twisting and kinking of legs (branches) Sling legs (branches) should support the load from the sides above the center of gravity when in a basket hitch Center load applied to the hook What Not to do Load slings in excess of rated capacity (consider load angle) Twist, shorten, lengthen or tie knots in slings Drag slings on the floor or abrasive surfaces Pull slings out from under a load Drop slings equipped with metal fittings Constrict or bunch slings and labels between the ears of a clevis, shackle, or in a hook Use slings that appear to be damaged Allow personnel to ride the sling or load being lifted Use slings with illegible tags (00)0 0 Synthetics Catalog. All data subject to change without notice.
Recommended Practices Acid Damage Removal from service A flat web sling shall be removed from service if any of the following is visible: If sling rated capacity or sling material identification is missing or not readable Acid or alkali burns Melting, charring, or weld spatter of any part of the web sling Holes, tears, cuts, snags, or embedded particles Broken or worn stitching in load bearing splices Excessive abrasive wear Knots in any part of the web sling Distortion and excessive pitting, corrosion or broken fittings Any conditions which cause doubt as to the strength of the sling If red core warning yarns are visible Heat Damage Cuts Abrasion Damage Exposure to common chemicals Face Cuts Chemical Polyester Nylon Acid Alcohol Aldehydes Strong Alkalis Bleaching Agent Dry Cleaning Solvent Ethers Halogenated Hydrocarbon Hydrocarbon Ketones Oil, Crude Oil, Lubricating Soaps, Detergent Water, Seawater Weak Alkalis * NO ** NO NO NO Punctures & Snags Tensile Break Illegible or Missing Tag * Disintegrated by concentrated sulfuric acid. ** Degraded by strong alkalis at elevated temperatures (00)0 0 Synthetics Catalog. All data subject to change without notice.
Rated Capacity Information Angle / factor comparison Rated capacity Angle Degrees 0 0 7 70 0 0 0 0 0 Factor.0000 0. 0. 0. 0.7 0.0 0.0 0. 0.70 0.707 0. 0.7 0.000 0. 0.0 0. The rated capacities of the slings in this catalog are given in pounds. Refer to the maximum recommended weight for which the sling is to be used in one of the standard types of lifts as illustrated. Effect of angle When slings are used at an angle (i.e. two slings or one sling in a basket attached to only one crane hook), sling capacity is reduced. How much it is reduced depends on the degree of angle. You can determine whether a sling will be rated high enough if you know the angle between the sling leg and the horizontal. Once you know this angle, multiply the sling's rating by the appropriate factor in the table This will give you the sling's reduced rating. Sling capacity decreases as the angle increases Types of hitches 0 lbs. 707 lbs. 0 00 lbs. Choker Vertical A sling capable of lifting,000 lbs. in a 0 vertical basket hitch, can only lift lbs. at a 0 angle, 707 lbs. at a angle, and 00 lbs. at a 0 angle. 000 lbs. Basket (00)0 0 Synthetics Catalog. All data subject to change without notice.
Customize Your Sling Flat web material options 00# Heavy Duty Nylon Webbing: 00# Polyester Webbing: 7000# Light Duty Nylon Webbing: 00# Reinforced Edge Webbing: Suitable for most applications. Suitable for most applications. Polyester stretches less for better load control. An economical alternative for lighter applications. These nylon web slings have polymer coated yarns woven into the edges to reduce damage and increase life. Custom Printed Tags Southern Wire can custom print tags in Polyethylene and leather. Both types have unique qualities, depending upon customer preference. (Private label programs available) Polyethylene Wear Protection Wear protection prolongs the life of the sling, ultimately resulting in cost effectiveness. Southern Wire utilizes four wear materials. Pukka (a /" felt pad, as shown), leather, Cordura, and nylon, which can be used in any of the following configurations: Eye or Body Wrapped Slings Edge guard treatment, protects from edge abrasion Lined eye, protects the sling at lifting point Velcro sliding pad, easily removable Sewnon sleeve, attached to sling Sliding sleeve, adjustable These durable tags are printed on demand by Southern Wire. Polyethylene tags offer customers greater flexibility and can be serialized, customized with company logos, and bar coded; there is no minimum quantity or premium charge for polyethylene tags. Leather Leather is the most durable of the two tags. Leather tags can be branded with serial numbers and other identifying information specific to your company. It carries a premium charge and can be purchased in any quantity. 7 (00)0 0 Synthetics Catalog. All data subject to change without notice. 7
Nylon and Polyester Web Slings TYPE TYPE hardware slings ply ply Type (TC) TC0 TC0 TC0 TC0 TC0 TC0 TC TC0 TC0 TC0 TC0 TC0 TC0 TC Type * (TT) TT0 TT0 TT0 TT0 TT0 TT0 TT TT0 TT0 TT0 TT0 TT0 TT0 TT Heavy duty Web Width Rated Capacities in Pounds Vertical Choker Basket 0 0,00,00,00,00,00,000,00,00,00,00,00,00,00,00,00,00,000 7,700 0,00,00,00,000,00,00,000,000 7,00,00,00,00,00,00,00,000,00,00 7,00,000,00,00,00,00 * Type can not be used in a choker hitch. Three and Four ply hardware slings are available upon request. Hardware Aluminum hardware is available on single ply types and slings in ", ", " and " widths. ply ply Type (TC) TC70 TC70 TC70 TC70 TC70 TC70 TC70 TC70 Type * (TT) TT70 TT70 TT70 TT70 TT70 TT70 TT70 TT70 Light duty Web Width Rated Capacities in Pounds Vertical Choker Basket,00,00,00 7,00,00,00,00,00,00,00,00,00,00,00,00 0,00,00 7,00,00,00,00,000 7,00,00 * Type can not be used in a choker hitch. Hardware Aluminum hardware is available on single ply types and slings in ", ", " and " widths. (00)0 0 Synthetics Catalog. All data subject to change without notice. WARNING decreases as the angle decreases. Do not use at an angle less than 0º from horizontal.
Nylon and Polyester Web Slings eye & eye slings TYPE TYPE Heavy duty Type Flat Eye EE0 EE0 EE0 EE0 EE0 EE0 EE0 EE EE0 EE0 EE0 EE0 EE0 EE0 EE0 EE EE0 EE0 EE0 EE0 EE0 EE0 EE0 EE EE0 EE0 EE0 EE0 EE0 EE0 EE0 EE Type Twist Eye Web Width Rated Capacities in Pounds Vertical Choker Basket 0 0 0 0,00,00,00,00,00,00,000,00,00,00,00,00,00,00,00,00,00,00,00,000,000 0,700,00,000,000 0,000,00,00,00,700,00,00,0,00,00,000 7,700 0,00,00,00,00,000,00,00,000,00 7,00,00,00,00 0,000,00,00,00,00,00,000,000,00,00,00,700,00 7,00,00,00,00,00,00,00,000,00,00,00 7,00,000,00,00,00,00,00,00,000,000,000,00 7,00,000 0,000 0,000,00,00,00 7,00,00,000 Tapering: The eyes of sling Types and are tapered beginning with " width and wider unless otherwise specified. These wider slings are tapered at the bearing points to accommodate a crane hook. Eye Length 0 0 0 0 0 0 ply ply ply ply *Cordura lined eyes must be specified at time of order. Heavy duty slings also available with reinforced edge webbing. WARNING decreases as A the Division angle decreases. of Houston Do Wire not & use Cable Company at an angle less than 0º from horizontal. (00)0 0 Synthetics Catalog. All data subject to change without notice.
Nylon and Polyester Web Slings TYPE TYPE eye & eye slings ply ply ply ply Type Flat Eye EE70 EE70 EE70 EE70 EE70 EE70 EE70 EE70 EE70 EE70 EE70 EE70 EE70 EE70 EE70 EE70 EE70 EE70 EE70 EE70 Type Twist Eye Light duty Web Width Rated Capacities in Pounds Vertical Choker Basket,00,00,00,00 7,00,00,00,00,00,00,00 7,000,00,000,000,00,000,000,000,00 0,00,00,00,00,00,00,00,00,00,00,00 7,00,00,00,00,00,00,00,00,00,00 7,00,00,00,00,00,000 7,00,00 7,000,000,00,000,000,00,000,000,000 7,000 Tapering: The eyes of sling Types and are tapered beginning with " width and wider unless otherwise specified. These wider slings are tapered at the bearing points to accommodate a crane hook. Eye Length *Cordura lined eyes must be specified at time of order. Heavy duty slings also available with reinforced edge webbing. 0 (00)0 0 Synthetics Catalog. All data subject to change without notice. WARNING decreases as the angle decreases. Do not use at an angle less than 0º from horizontal.
Nylon and Polyester Web Slings endless or grommet TYPE Heavy duty Type (EN) EN0 EN0 EN0 EN0 EN0 EN0 EN0 EN EN0 EN0 EN0 EN0 EN0 EN0 EN0 EN EN0 EN0 EN0 EN0 EN0 EN0 EN0 EN EN0 EN0 EN0 EN0 EN0 EN0 EN0 EN Web Width 0 0 0 0 Rated Capacities in Pounds Vertical Choker Basket,00,00,00,00,00,00,00,00,00,00,00 0,700,00 0,700,00 7,00,000,000,00,700 0,700,000,00,00 0,000,00,700,00 0,00 7,00 7,00 0,700 Type endless slings are not tapered unless specified. Heavy duty slings also available with reinforced edge webbing.,00,000,00,00,000,00 7,00,00,00,00,000,00,000,00,00 0,000,00,00 7,00,000,00,00,00 7,00,000,00,00,00 0,00,000,700,00,00,00 7,00,000,00,00,00,00,00,00,00,00 7,00,00 7,00 7,00,000,000,000 7,00,00,000 0,000,00 0,000,00,00 7,00 0,000,00,00,00 ply ply ply ply WARNING decreases as A the Division angle decreases. of Houston Do Wire not & use Cable Company at an angle less than 0º from horizontal. (00)0 0 Synthetics Catalog. All data subject to change without notice.
Nylon and Polyester Web Slings TYPE endless or grommet ply ply ply ply Type (EN) EN70 EN70 EN70 EN70 EN70 EN70 EN70 EN70 EN70 EN70 EN70 EN70 EN70 EN70 EN70 EN70 EN70 EN70 EN70 EN70 Web Width Light duty Rated Capacities in Pounds Vertical Choker Basket,00,00,00,00,00,00,00,700,00,00,00,00,00 0,00,00 7,700,00 0,00,00 7,00 Type endless slings are not tapered unless specified.,00,00,00,00,00,00 7,700,00,00,000,00 0,000,000,00,00,00,00,00,00 0,00,00,00,000 7,00,00,00,00,00,000,000,00,000,00,00,00,00,000,00,00 7,00 (00)0 0 Synthetics Catalog. All data subject to change without notice. WARNING decreases as the angle decreases. Do not use at an angle less than 0º from horizontal.
Nylon and Polyester Web Slings cordura lined reversed eye slings TYPE Heavy duty Type (RE) RE0 RE0 RE0 RE0 RE0 RE0 RE0 RE0 RE0 RE0 RE0 RE0 Sling Width Rated Capacities in Pounds Vertical Choker Basket,00 7,700,000,00,000 0,000 7,00,00,00 0,000 0,700,000,00,00,00,00 0,00,000,00,00 0,00,000,0 7,00,000,00,000,000,000 0,000,00,00,000 0,000,00,000 Eye Length ply ply ply ply Light duty Type Rated Capacities in Pounds (RE) Vertical Choker Basket RE70 RE70 RE70 RE70 RE70 RE70 RE70 RE70,00,00,000,00 0,00,00,000 0,000,00,00,00,00,00,00,00,000 7,00,00,000 0,00,000,000,000 0,000 Sling Width Eye Length ply ply ply WARNING decreases as A the Division angle decreases. of Houston Do Wire not & use Cable Company at an angle less than 0º from horizontal. (00)0 0 Synthetics Catalog. All data subject to change without notice.
Wide Body and Load Balancer Web Slings TYPE Wide body basket TYPE ply ply Type (WB) WB0 WB0 WB WB WB0 WB WB0 WB WB0 WB0 WB WB WB0 WB WB0 WB Body Width 0 0 0 0 Rated Capacity Vertical Basket (lbs.),00 0,00 0,00,000,000,000,000,000,00,000 7,00 7,000 0,000 0,000 0,000 0,000 Eye Length 0 0 Eye Width / / / / Min. Sling Length 0 0 7 0 00 0 0 0 7 0 00 0 Not recommended to be used in choker configuration. Rated capacities are vertical (0º) basket. Capacity decreases as angle decreases as angle decreases. Do not use at angle less than 0º from horizontal. ply ply Type (LBA) LBA0 LBA0 LBA0 LBA LBA LBA0 LBA LBA0 LBA0 LBA0 LBA LBA LBA0 LBA Body Width 0 0 0 0 Load balancer basket Rated Capacity Vertical Basket (lbs.),000,000,000,000 0,000 0,000 0,000 0,000 0,000 0,000 0,000,000,000,000 Eye Length 0 0 Eye Width Min. Sling Length Not recommended to be used in choker configuration. Rated capacities are vertical (0º) basket. Capacity decreases as angle decreases as angle decreases. Do not use at angle less than 0º from horizontal. (00)0 0 Synthetics Catalog. All data subject to change without notice. WARNING decreases as the angle decreases. Do not use at an angle less than 0º from horizontal.
MultiLeg Bridle TYPE 0 Multileg bridle Web Width Number of Legs Rec. Oblong Rec. Alloy Rated Capacities in Pounds Size Eye Hook Vertical @ 0 @ @ 0 / ton,00 / ton,700,00,00 / ton,00,00,00 ton,00,00,00 / / ton,000 / / ton,00,00,000 / ton 7,700,00,00 / ton 0,00,00,000 / / ton,000 / / ton,00,00,000 / / ton 7,700,00,00 / ton 0,00,00,000 / ton,000 ton 0,00,00,000 ton,00,700,000 / ton 0,700,00,000 Other sizes and configurations available upon request Capacities listed above correspond with the recommended hardware above. If oblong or hook sizes are changed capacities may change. Do not use slings at angles less than 0 degrees Do not exceed rated capacities ply ply WARNING decreases as A the Division angle decreases. of Houston Do Wire not & use Cable Company at an angle lessthan 0º from horizontal. (00)0 0 Synthetics Catalog. All data subject to change without notice.
Polyester Roundslings Removal from service A polyester roundsling shall be removed from service if any of the following is visible: If sling identification tag is missing or not readable. Melting, charring, or weld spatter of any part of the web sling. Holes, tears, cuts, embedded particles, abrasive wear or snags that expose the core fibers of the polyester roundsling. Broken or worn stitching in the cover which exposes the core fibers. Fittings when damaged, stretched or distorted in any way. Polyester roundslings that are knotted. Acid or Alkali burns of the sling. Any conditions which cause doubt as to the strength of the polyester roundsling. Code SWG0 SWG0 SWG0 SWG0 SWG0 SWG0 SWG0 SWG00 SWG0 SWG00 SWG00 SWG00 SWG000 Endless Roundslings lift capacities according to type (color) and hitch used Color Purple Green Yellow Tan Red Orange Blue Orange Grey Orange Brown Olive Black Rated Capacities in Pounds Vertical Choker Basket,0,00,00 0,00,00,00,00,000,700 0,000,00,00 0,000,0,0,70,00 0,0,0 7,000 0,000,00,000,00,0 7,000,00 0,00,00,00,00,00,00 0,000,00 0,000 0,00,00 0,000 Min. Length (ft.).. Endless and Eye & Eye style of roundslings are made to a tolerance of ± % of the specified length (± " minimum tolerance) and can stretch % at rated capacity. Matched sets must be specified at time of order. Approx. Weight (lbs/ft.) 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0.0.0.70.0.0.0.0 Code SWG0 SWG0 SWG0 SWG0 SWG0 SWG0 SWG0 SWG00 SWG0 SWG00 SWG00 SWG00 SWG000 Eye and eye Roundslings lift capacities according to type (color) and hitch used Color Purple Green Yellow Tan Red Orange Blue Orange Grey Orange Brown Olive Black Rated Capacities in Pounds Vertical Choker Basket,0,00,00 0,00,00,00,00,000,700 0,000,00,00 0,000,0,0,70,00 0,0,0 7,000 0,000,00,000,00,0 7,000,00 0,00,00,00,00,00,00 0,000,00 0,000 0,00,00 0,000 Min. Length (ft.)* 0 0 Approx. Weight (lbs/ft.) 0. 0. 0. 0. 0. 0..0.70.00.0.0.70.0 Standard Eye Length 0 0 * Shorter length available using smaller eye lengths Must specify eye and eye when ordering. Endless and Eye & Eye style of roundslings are made to a tolerance of ± % of the specified length (± " minimum tolerance) and can stretch % at rated capacity. Higher capacity roundslings available upon request. Matched sets must be specified at time of order. (00)0 0 Synthetics Catalog. All data subject to change without notice. WARNING decreases as the angle decreases. Do not use at an angle less than 0º from horizontal.
Polyester Roundslings Code BSWG0 BSWG0 BSWG0 BSWG0 BSWG0 BSWG0 BSWG0 BSWG00 BSWG0 BSWG00 BSWG00 BSWG00 BSWG000 Color Purple Green Yellow Tan Red Orange Blue Orange Grey Orange Brown Olive Black part braided Roundslings lift capacities according to type (color) and hitch used Rated Capacities in Pounds Vertical Choker Basket,700,00,00 7,000,00,00,000,00 7,000 0,00,00,00,00,00 0,00 7,00,00,00,00,00 0,00,00,00 0,000,00,00,00 7,000,00,000 7,00,00 0,000 7,00,000 0,00 70,00,00,000 Min. Length (ft.) / / / / 7 / 0 0 / / Weight (lbs/ft.) 0....0.7.... 7..7. Standard Eye 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 Width at Load / / / / / / / 7 7/ / 0 / / Thickness at Load / / / / / / / / / / / Min. ** Hardware Diameter / / / / / / / / / Eye Diameter / / / / / / / / Code BSWG0 BSWG0 BSWG0 BSWG0 BSWG0 BSWG0 BSWG0 BSWG00 BSWG0 BSWG00 BSWG00 BSWG00 BSWG000 Color Purple Green Yellow Tan Red Orange Blue Orange Grey Orange Brown Olive Black part braided Roundslings lift capacities according to type (color) and hitch used Rated Capacities in Pounds Vertical Choker Basket,00,000,00,000,00 7,00 7,000,00 0,00,700 0,00,00 0,000 7,00,00,00,00,00,00 7,00 7,00,00 0,00,00 7,00,000 7,00,000 7,000 7,000,00,00,000,00 0,00 7,00 0,00,00,000 Min. Length (ft.) / / / / 7 / 0 0 / / Weight (lbs/ft.).......... 0 Standard Eye 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 Width at Load / / / 7 / / / / / / Thickness at Load / / / / / / / / / / / Min. Hardware Diameter / / / / / / / / / / Eye Diameter / / / / / / / / / / / ** This is the smallest recommended connection hardware diameter to be used for a vertical hitch Braided Roundslings length tolerance is ±% of the ordered length (sling at rest). At its rated capacity, a braided roundsling will stretch approximately % Matched Sets must be specified at the time of order. Shorter lengths available using smaller eye lengths. WARNING decreases as A the Division angle decreases. of Houston Do Wire not & use Cable Company at an angle lessthan 0º from horizontal. (00)0 0 Synthetics Catalog. All data subject to change without notice.
Stage Slings Benefits of steel wire core over other rigging options Improved cut resistance over standard polyester yarn core roundsling. Higher heat resistance over standard polyester yarn core roundsling. More flexible than standard wire rope sling, conforms to load for better grip. Lighter than standard wire rope slings, thus easier to handle and lower shipping costs. Core Polyester Yarn Polyester Yarn Polyester Yarn Steel Wire Code SWG0BS SWG0BS SWG0BS SWG0FF Stage slings black Rated Capacities in Pounds Color Vertical Choker Basket Black,0,0,00 Black Black Black,00,00,00,0,70,0 0,00,00 0,00 Min. Length (ft.). Approx Weight (lbs/ft.) 0.0 * Max. length on steel wire core sling is ft. All stage slings are made with a single wall nylon jacket. Endless style of roundslings are made to a tolerance of ± % of the specified length (± % minimum tolerance) and can stretch % at rated capacity...0.0* 0.0 0.0 0. (00)0 0 Synthetics Catalog. All data subject to change without notice. WARNING decreases as the angle decreases. Do not use at an angle less than 0º from horizontal.
Cordage Nominal Size Diameter / / / / 7/ / / / / 7/ / / / / / / / / / / / / / / / / / / Circumference / / / / / / / / / / / / / / 7 7 / / 0 7 Linear Density (Lbs/00ft).7...7.7...7...7...7. 7.0 7..0 0 0 0 Cordage Strand comparative weight strength and working load chart Manila Nylon Polypropylene MBS (in Lbs) 0 0 00,,7,,0,0,0,0,00,0 0,00,0,00,0 0,0,0 7,00,00,00,00,00,00 7,00,00,00,00 WLL (Lbs) Design Factor. 7 0 0 0 7 7 7 00,0,,,,,,700,07,,00,7,7,7, 7,7 Linear Density (Lbs/00ft) 0..7...0.0.00.0....7..7.7 7.0 7. 7.0 00 7 7 7 0 7 00 0 0 77 70 MBS (in Lbs) 0,0,00,0,0,70 7,00,0,00 7,00,00,00,00,00,00,00 7,00,00,00,00 07,000,000,000 7,000,000,000 7,000,000,000,000,000,000 0,000,000 WLL (Lbs) Design Factor 7 70 0 7 00 7,070,0,0,00,0,00,0,00,70,0 7,00 7,0,0 0,00,000,00,00,700,00 7,000 0,00,00 0,00,00,00,00 Linear Density (Lbs/00ft) 0...0.0.0.0.0 7.0 0...0 0.. 7. 0...0.0.0 7.0.0 07 0 7 0 0 7 0 MBS (in Lbs) 70,0,,70,,,0,0,70,00,00,00 7,00,700,700 0,00,00,00,00,000,00 0,00 0,00 0,00,00,000,00,00,00 0,000 7,00,00 7,00 0,00 WLL (Lbs) Design Factor 0 0 7 7 7,00,,,0,7,0,,,7,7,,77 7,7,7,7,,,0, 0,,,00,7, Diameters are approximate. The reference for rope size is its linear density or weight per unit length. Linear Density is considered standard. Tolerances are ± 0% for diameters below mm inclusive; ± % for diameters 0 mm inclusive; ± % for mm diameter and larger. Minimum Breaking Strength (MBS) values in individual rope standards are based on data from a number of rope manufacturers and the result of computation by regression analysis. The MBS values are based on ropes tested with Eye Splices, making the values approximately 0 % lower than ropes tested without splices. Working Load Limit (WLL) is determined by dividing the new rope MBS by a selected Design Factor. CAUTION Working loads are recommended guidelines only. Specs are based on test of new and unused ropes of current manufacturers. Once rope is put into service it is continuously deteriorating. Manila rope will deteriorate in storage even under ideal conditions. WARNING decreases as A the Division angle decreases. of Houston Do Wire not & use Cable Company at an angle less than 0º from horizontal. (00)0 0 Synthetics Catalog. All data subject to change without notice.
Spectra Strand & x Specific gravity: 0.* Melting point: F (0 C) Critical temp.: 0 F ( C) Coefficient of friction: 0.0.* Elongation at break: % % Fiber water absorption: 0% UV resistance: moderate Wet abrasion: superior Dry abrasion: superior * value based on data supplied by the fiber manufacturer for new, dry fiber authorized distributor type approved product Strand x Strand Nominal Diameter Inch 7/ / / / / / 7/ / / / / 7/ / / / / / / / / / / / / / / MM. 0 0 0 7 0 Sizes available up to /" diameter (00mm). Tensile Strengths are determined in accordance with Cordage Institute 00. Test Methods for Fiber Rope. Weights are calculated at linear density under standard preload (00d ) plus %. See page for application and safety information. Spectra is a Registered Trademark of Honeywell. Spectra strand & x Size Approximate Weight Min Tensile Strength (circ in.) Lbs/00 ft. Kg/00 m Lbs kn / / / / / 0. 0..00.0.0 0.0 0.0.0.0.0 ABS and DNV Type Approved Sizes / / / / / / / / / / / / 7 7/ / 0.70.0.0 7.0 0.... 7....7.7.7 7.. 0.0.0.0 7.0 7.0.0.0.0.0.0.0.0...... 7... 7. 7..7.0.. 0.. 7.....,,00,00,000,000,00,00,00 7,700,00,00,000 7,000,000,00 0,00,00,00 7,00,000,000 70,000 7,700 0,000 70,00 0,000 0,00,00 7,000 00,000.00.00.0.7 0.0.. 00.... 7. 0. 0. 0.. 0.. 7. 0.7 000. 0.0. 0.. 0.. 7. 0. 00. Spectra strand provides very high strength, low stretch and excellent abrasion resistance in a single braid construction. The equivalent weight rope is more than times as strong as polyester and has less than one half of the elongation. Spectra strand is delivered standard with a polyurethane finish and is easily spliced using a simple lockstitch type splice, or Tuck Splice. Its soft, torque free braided construction provides easy handling. 0 (00)0 0 Synthetics Catalog. All data subject to change without notice. WARNING decreases as the angle decreases. Do not use at an angle less than 0º from horizontal.
Spectra Strand & x Rope Specifications Minimum Tensile Strengths Minimum Tensile Strengths shown are for new (unused) rope and will decrease after use. All tests are performed in accordance with Cordage Institute Standard CI 00. The rope strength will be reduced after use due to heat, abrasion, ultraviolet or chemical exposure. The tensile strengths may be further reduced by up to 0% as a result of knots or kinks. Minimum Tensile Strengths are defined as two standard deviations (typical about 0%) below the average. Maximum Working Loads Maximum Working Loads are determined by dividing the tensile strength by the safety factor. The safety factor is a function of the physical properties of the rope, age and history, the type of service it will be subjected to and the risks involved if failure occurs. For a rope manufacturer to give blanket working load recommendations would be like a car manufacturer giving the "safe driving speed" of their cars. Obviously the conditions of use far outweigh the design characteristics of the rope. Typically safety factors vary from : (for new rope used in applications with uniform loading and where failure would cause little or no risk to equipment or personnel) to 0: (for conditions involving moderate shock loading, possibility of snags or kinks or where failure could cause severe risk to equipment or personnel). Rope Weights Rope Weights shown are average and may vary plus or minus %. Working Elongation Working Elongation is shown from a preload tension of 00 times the diameter squared per the Cordage Institute Standard. Special Requirements Factory Splicing Various types are available for all of our ropes. Splices can be provided with various types of chafe protection or coatings. Custom Lengths Special constructions are available upon customer request. Rope Terminations Southern Wire can provide custom terminations such as thimbles, links, rings, and custom hardware. Terminations are available in plastic, bronze, stainless steel and galvanized steel. Please call or fax your requirements for a quotation. load % of MBL Features & Benefits Very low stretch Very high strength Soft hand Torque free Easy splicing Floats Plasma x Elongation (%) 0 0 0 0 0...7. elongation % Special Coatings Coatings such as polyurethane, polyethylene and vinylesters may be applied to any of the synthetic ropes to improve snag resistance, sunlight resistance or for color coding. Southern Wire can provide ropes with a variety of finishes to meet your needs. Commercial and Military Specifications Certificates of compliance are supplied at no charge if requested when placing the order. Certified test reports can be provided at an additional charge when requested at the time of order. Applications Vessel mooring lines Tug winch lines Emergency towlines Utility winch and pulling lines Recreational vehicle winch lines Theatrical rigging lines WARNING decreases as A the Division angle decreases. of Houston Do Wire not & use Cable Company at an angle less than 0º from horizontal. (00)0 0 Synthetics Catalog. All data subject to change without notice.
Plasma Strand Specific gravity: 0.* Melting point: F (0 C) Critical temp.: 0 F ( C) Coefficient of friction: 0.0.* Elongation at break: % % Fiber water absorption: 0% UV resistance: moderate Wet abrasion: superior Dry abrasion: superior * value based on data supplied by the fiber manufacturer for new, dry fiber authorized distributor Strand Nominal Diameter Inch 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.07 0. / / / / / 7/ / / / / / 7/ / / / / / MM...7. 0 0 Plasma strand Size Approximate Weight Min Tensile Strength (circ in.) Lbs/00 ft. Kg/00 m Lbs Te (tonnes) 0. 0. 0. 0. 0.0 / / / / / 0.0 0.07 0.0 0. 0.7 0...0.0.70 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0.70.0.70.0 ABS and DNV Type Approved Sizes / / / / / / / / / /.0.0 7.0 0..... 7....7.7.0.0....7.. 0. 7... 7. 70 0 7 70,00,00,00,000,700 7,00,000,00 7,00,00,00 7,000,00 0,000,00 7,000,000,000,000 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0.0.0.0.0 7.0.0. 7.....0...7 7.. 00. Tensile Strengths are determined in accordance with Cordage Institute 00.. Test Methods for Fiber Rope. Minimum Tensile Strength (MTS) published assumes spliced eye terminations at each end of the rope. Weights actually calculated at linear density under state preloaded (00d ) plus %. Diameter and circumference size published is nominal and reflects rope size after loading (0 cycles) to 0% of MTS. See reverse side for application and safety information. Plasma is a Trademark of Cortland. Plasma strand is the highest strength synthetic rope available. Plasma strand is manufactured from High Modulus Polyethylene (HMPE) that has been enhanced by Cortland's patented recrystallization process. This process is especially effective in medium to large diameter ropes where strengths are over 0% higher and creep is significantly less than that of standard Spectra strand. Plasma strand is delivered standard with a polyurethane finish and is easily spliced using a simple lockstitch type splice, or Tuck Splice. Its soft, torque free braided construction provides easy handling. type approved product (00)0 0 Synthetics Catalog. All data subject to change without notice. WARNING decreases as the angle decreases. Do not use at an angle less than 0º from horizontal.
Plasma Strand Rope Specifications Minimum Tensile Strengths Minimum Tensile Strengths shown are for new (unused) rope and will decrease after use. All tests are performed in accordance with Cordage Institute Standard CI 00. The rope strength will be reduced after use due to heat, abrasion, ultraviolet or chemical exposure. The tensile strengths may be further reduced by up to 0% as a result of knots or kinks. Minimum Tensile Strengths are defined as two standard deviations (typical about 0%) below the average. Maximum Working Loads Maximum Working Loads are determined by dividing the tensile strength by the safety factor. The safety factor is a function of the physical properties of the rope, age and history, the type of service it will be subjected to and the risks involved if failure occurs. For a rope manufacturer to give blanket working load recommendations would be like a car manufacturer giving the "safe driving speed" of their cars. Obviously the conditions of use far outweigh the design characteristics of the rope. Typically safety factors vary from : (for new rope used in applications with uniform loading and where failure would cause little or no risk to equipment or personnel) to 0: (for conditions involving moderate shock loading, possibility of snags or kinks or where failure could cause severe risk to equipment or personnel). Rope Weights Rope Weights shown are average and may vary plus or minus %. Working Elongation Working Elongation is shown from a preload tension of 00 times the diameter squared per the Cordage Institute Standard. Special Requirements Factory Splicing Various types are available for all of our ropes. Splices can be provided with various types of chafe protection or coatings. Custom Lengths Special constructions are available upon customer request. Rope Terminations Southern Wire can provide custom terminations such as thimbles, links, rings, and custom hardware. Terminations are available in plastic, bronze, stainless steel and galvanized steel. Please call or fax your requirements for a quotation. load % of MBL Plasma x Elongation (%) 0 0 0 0 0...7. elongation % Special Coatings Coatings such as polyurethane, polyethylene and vinylesters may be applied to any of the synthetic ropes to improve snag resistance, sunlight resistance or for color coding. Southern Wire can provide ropes with a variety of finishes to meet your needs. Commercial and Military Specifications Certificates of compliance are supplied at no charge if requested when placing the order. Certified test reports can be provided at an additional charge when requested at the time of order. Features & Benefits Lowest stretch Highest strength Low creep Soft hand Torque free Easy splicing Floats Applications Replacement for wire rope Vessel mooring lines Inland river barge lines Lifting slings Recreational vehicle winch lines Utility winch and pulling lines Theatrical rigging lines WARNING decreases as A the Division angle decreases. of Houston Do Wire not & use Cable Company at an angle less than 0º from horizontal. (00)0 0 Synthetics Catalog. All data subject to change without notice.
Plasma x Specific gravity: 0.* Melting point: F (0 C) Critical temp.: 0 F ( C) Coefficient of friction: 0.0.* Elongation at break: % % Fiber water absorption: 0% UV resistance: moderate Wet abrasion: superior Dry abrasion: superior * value based on data supplied by the fiber manufacturer for new, dry fiber authorized distributor type approved product Nominal Diameter Inch MM / / / / / / / / / / / / / / / / / / / / / / / / / / / 7 7 / 7 / 7 / 7 / 7 / / / 0 0 7 7 0 00 0 0 0 0 0 7 7 0 00 / / 7 7 / / / 0 0 / / / / / / / 7 7 / / / 0 0 / / / / / 7 0 7 7 7 0 7 0 7 70 7 7 0 0 7 7 7 7 Plasma x Min Tensile Strength Min Tensile Strength ISO Size Approximate Weight Spliced Rope Unspliced Rope (circ in.) Lbs/00 ft. Kg/00 m Lbs MT (tonnes) Lbs MT (tonnes) ABS and DNV Type Approved Sizes Up to " Diameter (mm) 7 0 7 0 0 7 7 7 7 0 7 0 0 7 7 07 7 7 77,000,000,000,000,000 0,000,000 0,000 70,000 0,000 0,000,0,000,0,000,7,000,0,000,,000,7,000,7,000,0,000,7,000,0,00,,000,,000,7,00,0,000,7,00,,000,0,000,0,00,,000,,000,,00,7,000,,00,0,000,0,000,,00,,000,7,000,77,000,,000 0 70 0 7 0 7 770 7 00 0 7 7 7 7 0 7 0 0,00,00,0 7,00,00,00,00 7,00,700,00,0,00,,000,,00,,000,,000,0,000,,000,00,000,0,000,,000,,000,,000,7,000,77,000,,000,0,000,0,000,0,000,7,000,7,000,,000,0,000,0,000,0,000,,000,77,000,,000,,000,,000,0,000,,000 7 7 7 00 7 0 7 7 0 7 0 7 7 7 0 00 0 Size: Diameter and circumference are nominal. A new unused rope in relaxed state will measure larger; loading and use compacts ropes, sets splices and lessens rope size. This is especially prevalent in sizes above " diameter. Published nominal sizes from /" and larger represent stabilized or preloaded size. Weights: Published weights of sizes /" " diameter are calculated at linear density under stated preload (00d ) plus %. For this chart, sizes /" /" diameter represent uncycled, (nonstablized weights). Tensile Strengths: Tensile Strength determined in accordance with Cordage Institute 00 Test Methods for Fiber Ropes and ISO 07. Plasma is a Trademark of Cortland. (00)0 0 Synthetics Catalog. All data subject to change without notice. WARNING decreases as the angle decreases. Do not use at an angle less than 0º from horizontal.
Plasma x Plasma x is a strand braided rope in which each of the strands is, in turn, a strand rope, or braided primary strand. Plasma x is manufactured from High Modulus Polyethylene (HMPE) that has been enhanced by Cortland's patented recrystallization process. This process is especially effective in medium to large diameter ropes where strengths are over 0% higher and creep is significantly less than that of standard Spectra strand. This patented construction addresses the most critical properties of the fibers to provide a very high strength translation efficiency for larger ropes. This design allows for long lay lengths, making rope that is more flexible for bending applications, easy to inspect, and can be quickly spliced using standard strand splicing techniques. Plasma x is supplied with our standard polyurethane finish, although other coatings can be applied to suit specific applications. Rope Specifications Minimum Tensile Strengths Minimum Tensile Strengths shown are for new (unused) rope and will decrease after use. All tests are performed in accordance with Cordage Institute Standard CI 00. The rope strength will be reduced after use due to heat, abrasion, ultraviolet or chemical exposure. The tensile strengths may be further reduced by up to 0% as a result of knots or kinks. Minimum Tensile Strengths are defined as two standard deviations (typical about 0%) below the average. Maximum Working Loads Maximum Working Loads are determined by dividing the tensile strength by the safety factor. The safety factor is a function of the physical properties of the rope, age and history, the type of service it will be subjected to and the risks involved if failure occurs. For a rope manufacturer to give blanket working load recommendations would be like a car manufacturer giving the "safe driving speed" of their cars. Obviously the conditions of use far outweigh the design characteristics of the rope. Typically safety factors vary from : (for new rope used in applications with uniform loading and where failure would cause little or no risk to equipment or personnel) to 0: (for conditions involving moderate shock loading, possibility of snags or kinks or where failure could cause severe risk to equipment or personnel). Rope Weights Rope Weights shown are average and may vary plus or minus %. Working Elongation Working Elongation is shown from a preload tension of 00 times the diameter squared per the Cordage Institute Standard. load % of MBL Special Requirements Plasma x Elongation (%) 0 0 0 0 0...7. elongation % Factory Splicing Various types are available for all of our ropes. Splices can be provided with various types of chafe protection or coatings. Custom Lengths Special constructions are available upon customer request. Rope Terminations Southern Wire can provide custom terminations such as thimbles, links, rings, and custom hardware. Terminations are available in plastic, bronze, stainless steel and galvanized steel. Please call or fax your requirements for a quotation. Special Coatings Coatings such as polyurethane, polyethylene and vinylesters may be applied to any of the synthetic ropes to improve snag resistance, sunlight resistance or for color coding. Southern Wire can provide ropes with a variety of finishes to meet your needs. Commercial and Military Specifications Certificates of compliance are supplied at no charge if requested when placing the order. Certified test reports can be provided at an additional charge when requested at the time of order. Features & Benefits Applications World's strongest rope for its weight Long lengths available High flex fatigue and abrasion resistant Easy to splice, inspect, and repair Neutrally buoyant in water Select sizes are ABS & DNV type approved Replacement for wire rope heavy lift slings Tug vessel assist lines Vessel mooring lines Offshore working ropes Lashings WARNING decreases as A the Division angle decreases. of Houston Do Wire not & use Cable Company at an angle less than 0º from horizontal. (00)0 0 Synthetics Catalog. All data subject to change without notice.
Plasma Eye & Eye Slings Plasma Sling Ratings in Hitch Configurations Vertical, choker and basket hitches. Basket hitches at varying angles ratings based on Design Factor of : Vertical Choker 0 0 0 0 or > Nominal Size Dia. Inches Dia. MM Circ. Inches MBL lbs. / / / / / / / / / / / / / / / / / / / / / / / / / / / / / / / / 7 7 / 7 / 7 / 7 / 7 / / / 0 0 0 7 7 0 00 0 0 0 0 0 7 7 0 00 / / / / / / 7 7 / / / 0 0 / / / / / / / 7 7 / / / 0 0 / / / / / 0,000,00 7,000,000,000,000,000,000,000,000,000 0,000,000 0,000 70,000 0,000 0,000,0,000,0,000,7,000,0,000,,000,7,000,7,000,0,000,7,000,0,00,,000,,000,7,00,0,000,7,00,,000,0,000,0,00,,000,,000,,00,7,000,,00,0,000,0,000,,00,,000,7,000,77,000,,000 Plasma Eye & eye Slings,000,0,00,000,00,00,00,00 7,000,00,00 0,000,00,000,000 70,000,000,00 0,000,00 0,000,00,00,00 7,000,00,00,00 7,000,00,000,00,000,00,00 70,00,00 77,700 7,00 7,700,00,00 70,00,00 7,00,00,00 Sling Ratings in Pounds Plasma Strand x Construction 7,00 0,7,0,00,0,0,0 0,0,00,0 7,0,00,0 0,00,00,000 0,00 77,0 00,000 0,70,00,0 7,0,0 00,00 0,0,0,0 7,00,00,00,00,000 0,0,0,0,0,0 0,0,0 0,0 7,0,0 7,00 7,0 7,0 77,0,000,0,00,000 7,00,00,00,00,000 7,00,00,000,00,000,000 0,000 7,000,00 00,000,00 0,000,00 7,00 70,00 7,000 770,00 7,00,00,000,000,0,000,,000,70,000,7,00,,00,,00,,00,,00,,00,,00,,00,,00,70,00,77,00,,00,,00,,00 7,00,,0,00,0 7,0 Plasma x,0 0,70 0,700,0,0 0,00 0,0,00,00,000,00 7,70,000 7,70,00,0 7,0,0,00,0 70,0 7,00 00,700,0 7,00,00,00,0,0,0,70,0,00,,0,7,00,,0,7,0,,0,,00,7,0,7,0,7,0,,0,7,0 0,00,7,0,00,0,0,0 7,0,00,0,0,00,0,00,00,000,00 0,0 0,000,70,00,0 7,0,0,00,0 7,0,0,00,00 7,00 77,00,000,00,0,0 7,0,0,70,0,0,0,70,,0,7,0,,0,,0,,0,,0,7,0,000,0,00,000,00,00,00,00 7,000,00,00 0,000,00,000,000 70,000,000,00 0,000,00 0,000,00,00,00 7,000,00,00,00 7,000,00,000,00,000,00,00 70,00,00 77,700 7,00 7,700,00,00 70,00,00 7,00,00,00 Minimum Break Load (MBL) in pounds and is determined using spliced test samples in accordance with Cordage Institute 000 Test Method for Fiber Ropes The recommended Design Factor (DF) of : on this chart is based on several existing lifting sling standards including ASME B0.. This DF takes into account various factors including the use of HMPE (High Modulus Polyetheylene) fiber which is extremely durable and resistant to repeated high loads. Plasma rope slings have and can be used with different DF ratios: however, this decision must be made by a qualified person or designer of the lift in conjunction with the rope manufacturer. Cortland does not recommend the use of slings in a choker hitch at a lifting angle less than 0. (00)0 0 Synthetics Catalog. All data subject to change without notice.
Plasma Endless Grommet Slings Plasma Sling Ratings in Hitch Configurations One splice in one leg Vertical, choker and basket hitches. Basket hitches at varying angles Vertical Choker 0 0 0 0 or > Nominal Size Dia. Inches Dia. MM Circ. Inches MBL lbs. / / / / / / / / / / / / / / / / / / / / / / / / / / / / / / / / 7 7 / 7 / 7 / 7 / 7 / / / 0 0 0 7 7 0 00 0 0 0 0 0 7 7 0 00 / / / / / / 7 7 / / / 0 0 / / / / / / / 7 7 / / / 0 0 / / / / / Plasma endless grommet slings,00,0,0 7,0,00,0 0,0,00,70 70,00 7,0 7,00,00,0,000,7,000,0,00,,000,,00,0,00,7,00,0,000,7,00,00,00,0,0,0,000,7,0,,7,,00,,70,0,7,,000,,,,0,0,00,7,,,0,7,00,00,,,0,,77,70,00,,0 7,7,7 7,,00 7,,00 7,,0,,00,00,,0,0,0 7,0,00 0,0 7,0,0,70 7,00,0 7,00 7,00 0,00 0,00,0,00,0 0,00,0 0,00 0,0 0,00,0, 7,0 777,0,7 7,00,,0,0,0,0,,0,0,,0,00,70,7,70,07,,,70,,70,,,,00,0,0,77,070,,0 Sling Ratings in Pounds Plasma Strand x Construction,00,0,0,0,7, 7,,,70,,,0 7, 7,0 0,0,00,0, 0,000 7, 0,0,0,00,,0 0,7,,,70,0,0 7,0 77,00 0, 7,7,, 0,,,0,,07,,,7,,7,,,,,,,,0,0 7,7 7,,00,,7 7,, 0,70,,7,0,0,00,0 0,00,0, 7,00 7, 0,0,,00,0,0,,,70,,,,,,,,70,,,,0,,0,77,0,,,07,07,,,07,,,,,,,,,0,00,,,7,,,7,7,,7,,,, 7,0,0,0, Plasma x,, 7,0,07,7 7,7 00,0,,, 7,0,,, 77,,,,, 7,,0,,,,,00,0,,,,0,,7,,,0,0,,,0,7,0,7,07,0,07,00,7,0,,,,7,07,,0,,,,7,,,7,7,,07,7 7, 0, 0, 7,0 77, 00,000 0,7 7,7 7,,,0 0, 0,70,70 7,0,0 7, 70, 7,7 7,70 0,7 0,,70 7,0,0,,07,7,,,,,7,7,,,,77,,7,,,7,0,,0,0,,70,0,0,,,0,,0,7,0,0,,00,,0,0,0 7,0,00 0,0 7,0,0,70 7,00,0 7,00 7,00 0,00 0,00,0,00,0 0,00,0 0,00 0,0 0,00,0, 7,0 777,0,7 7,00,,0,0,0,0,,0,0,,0,00,70,7,70,07,,,70,,70,,,,00,0,0,77,070,,0 MBL rating of a Plasma rope in a grommet sling form, is created by using the vertical leg MBL multiplied by.. The grommet ratings are conservative and follow the guidelines established by the Cordage Institute. However, higher ratings may be used after consultation with the manufacturer. MBL rating of Plasma rope endless grommet slings used in a vertical basket life is. times the vertical grommet MBL rating. This conservative value is used until further testing, especially on Large diameters can be performed. For lift applications or clarifcation, please contact Southern Wire. Cortland does not recommend the use of slings in a choker hitch at a lifting angle less than 0. 7 (00)0 0 Synthetics Catalog. All data subject to change without notice.