WHY REPLACE STEEL WIRE ROPE?
| Feature | HMPE Rope | Steel Wire Rope |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | Very light | Very heavy |
| Safety | Low snap-back risk | High snap-back risk |
| Corrosion | No corrosion | Rust easily |
| Handling | Easy & flexible | Difficult & dangerous |
| Maintenance | Low | High |
DESIGNED FOR REAL MARINE APPLICATIONS
Port Mooring
For container ships, bulk carriers and tankers
Stable under heavy loads and long-term use
Tugboat Towing
Handles dynamic loads with high strength
Improves safety and efficiency
Offshore Operations
Suitable for oil & gas platforms
Performs reliably in harsh marine environments
1.Reduced Snap-back Risk
Snap-back is one of the most dangerous hazards in mooring operations. When a traditional rope or steel wire fails under high tension, the stored energy is suddenly released, causing the line to recoil violently. This can result in severe injuries or even fatalities to nearby crew.
HMPE ropes significantly reduce this risk thanks to their low elongation and high strength. With minimal stretch under load, less energy is stored in the line, which greatly limits the snap-back force in case of failure. This makes mooring operations safer, more controlled, and more predictable.
2.Lightweight & Easy Handling
Compared to steel wire rope, HMPE rope weighs as little as 1/8 of the weight, dramatically reducing the effort required for handling. This allows crews to work more efficiently with less manpower and less fatigue.
The lightweight design improves safety on deck, reduces operational downtime, and makes installation and replacement much faster—especially critical in time-sensitive marine operations.
3.Long Service Life
Designed for durability, HMPE rope delivers outstanding resistance to abrasion and UV degradation, even in the toughest offshore and port conditions. This ensures consistent performance and extended service life compared to conventional ropes.
By reducing the frequency of replacement and maintenance, it helps operators cut long-term costs while improving operational reliability—making it a cost-effective solution for demanding marine applications.
4.Stable Structure for Winch Use
Designed for reliable winch performance, HMPE rope features a non-rotational construction that prevents twisting and kinking under tension. This ensures consistent and smooth operation during winding and unwinding.
By maintaining stability on the drum, it reduces operational issues, minimizes downtime, and improves safety—making it ideal for high-frequency winch and towing applications.
HOW TO CHOOSE THE RIGHT HMPE ROPE？
Not sure which rope fits your project?
We help you select based on:
- Vessel type (tugboat, tanker, bulk carrier)
- Required breaking strength (MBL)
- Working conditions (port, offshore, towing)
KEY SPECIFICATIONS
- Material: UHMWPE
- Structure: 8-strand / 12-strand
- Density: 0.97 (Floating)
- Elongation: 3–4%
- Diameter: 20mm – 96mm
HMPE ROPE DATA SHEET
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| Size | Weight | MBL（Unspliced) | LDBF(Spliced) | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dia.mm | Cir.inch | g/m | kgs/220m | kN | ton | kN | ton |
| 6 | 3/4 | 18 | 4 | 35 | 3.5 | 31 | 3.2 |
| 8 | 1 | 34 | 8 | 64 | 6.6 | 58 | 5.9 |
| 10 | 1-1/4 | 55 | 12 | 101 | 10.3 | 91 | 9.3 |
| 12 | 1-1/2 | 83 | 18 | 150 | 15.3 | 135 | 13.8 |
| 14 | 1-3/4 | 110 | 24 | 197 | 20.1 | 177 | 18.1 |
| 16 | 2 | 130 | 29 | 230 | 23.5 | 207 | 21.1 |
| 18 | 2-1/4 | 184 | 40 | 322 | 32.9 | 290 | 29.6 |
| 20 | 2-1/2 | 227 | 50 | 384 | 39.2 | 346 | 35.3 |
| 24 | 3 | 324 | 71 | 533 | 54.4 | 480 | 49 |
| 28 | 3-1/2 | 444 | 98 | 704 | 71.9 | 634 | 64.7 |
| 32 | 4 | 589 | 130 | 918 | 93.7 | 826 | 84.3 |
| 36 | 4-1/2 | 720 | 158 | 1104 | 112.7 | 994 | 101 |
| 40 | 5 | 880 | 194 | 1329 | 135.6 | 1196 | 122 |
| 42 | 5-1/4 | 979 | 215 | 1459 | 148.9 | 1313 | 134 |
| 44 | 5-1/2 | 1078 | 237 | 1589 | 162.1 | 1430 | 146 |
| 46 | 5-3/4 | 1171 | 258 | 1698 | 173.2 | 1528 | 155.9 |
| 48 | 6 | 1264 | 278 | 1807 | 184.4 | 1626 | 166 |
| 50 | 6-1/4 | 1388 | 305 | 1971 | 201.1 | 1774 | 181 |
| 52 | 6-1/2 | 1512 | 333 | 2136 | 217.9 | 1922 | 196.1 |
| 54 | 6-3/4 | 1636 | 360 | 2300 | 234.7 | 2070 | 211.2 |
| 56 | 7 | 1760 | 387 | 2464 | 251.5 | 2218 | 226 |
| 58 | 7-1/4 | 1885 | 415 | 2622 | 267.6 | 2360 | 240.8 |
| 60 | 7-1/2 | 2010 | 442 | 2778 | 283.4 | 2500 | 255.1 |
| 62 | 7-3/4 | 2135 | 470 | 2936 | 299.5 | 2642 | 269.6 |
| 64 | 8 | 2260 | 497 | 3092 | 315.5 | 2783 | 284 |
| 66 | 8-1/4 | 2423 | 533 | 3293 | 336.1 | 2964 | 302.5 |
| 68 | 8-1/2 | 2585 | 569 | 3496 | 356.7 | 3146 | 321 |
| 70 | 8-3/4 | 2748 | 605 | 3697 | 377.2 | 3327 | 339.5 |
| 72 | 9 | 2910 | 640 | 3898 | 397.7 | 3508 | 358 |
| 74 | 9-1/4 | 3065 | 674 | 4080 | 416.3 | 3672 | 374.7 |
| 76 | 9-1/2 | 3220 | 708 | 4263 | 435 | 3837 | 391.5 |
| 78 | 9-3/4 | 3375 | 743 | 4444 | 453.5 | 4000 | 408.2 |
| 80 | 10 | 3530 | 777 | 4628 | 472.2 | 4165 | 425 |
CERTIFIED FOR MARINE USE
Qualified Premium Mooring Rope
Boyuan Rope is a professional mooring rope manufacturer. And our products meet third-party certifications.
Our certificates include: ISO 9001, BV, SGS, CCS, DNV, ABS, LR, etc.
