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*Colours are illustrative. Please call 1684 892222 for accurate samples. R Cord / 16 Plait Polyester A basic 16 carrier polyester cord that is manufactured to a high specification where quality is paramount. Available in white and colours to order. The R range of small cords is manufactured from high tenacity polyester using a 16 carrier braiding machine. The smooth construction allows for a product that runs smoothly through hardware ensuring that the product lifespan is maximised while delivering high break loads. The cords are frequently used within the window blind industry, however can be used for all general purpose small cord applications. Standard reel sizes are detailed although other options are available including pre-cut lengths. Smooth construction *Large colour range (1.4mm) Good longevity 228.8 1 16 221 1. 1 2 2212 1.2 1 32 2214 1.4 42 2216 1.6 54 2218 1.8 65 222 2. /1 91 2222 2.2 8 113 2225 2.5 6 122 2227 2.7 212 2232 3.2 4 338 1.4mm, 2mm, 2.2mm, 2.7mm and 3.2mm available with a centre core from stock Core Cover 16 plait Polyester Polyester ^2 C ^2 C 2/ Alabaster 521/ Mustard 541/ Red 551/ Terracotta 6/ Antelope 582/ Navy 571/ Sherwood Green 581/ Wedgewood 559/ Dark Chocolate 531/ Peach 5/ Shimmer Gold 59/ Black 3/ Magnolia 561/ Plum 51/ Silver Grey / Natural K Cord / 8 Plait Polyester Polyester cross braided cord in 8-plait construction for flexible, easy handling and good roundness. The K Range construction is particularly suitable for positive grip in cord locking mechanisms. Technical quality polyester fibres give the cord an attractive bright and durable finish in natural, black and a variety of stained wood colour range. Special dyed colours are available in batch quantities. Good for grip and holds a knot *Large colour range (2.5mm and 2.8mm) Good longevity 216 1.6 53 218 1.8 75 22 2. 1 1 222 2.2 8 11 225 2.5 6 12 228 2.8 1 235 3.5 3 23 24 4. 2 32 2 5. 2 4 26 6. 2 59 Cover 8 Plait polyester Good ^2ºC 476/ Biscuit 1/ Bone 559/ Dark Chocolate 387/ Dark Coffee 237/ Forest Green 165/ Llama 334/ Kielder Beech 338/ Mahogany 384/ Mulberry 552/ Rich Gold 5/ Shimmer Gold 551/ Terracotta
Ladderstring English Braids Ladderstring has undergone some significant improvements in recent years. The product is available in the full range of diameters and sizes. The dedicated dye plant can be configured to any possible colour requested, subject to a minimum order quantity, although there is a standard range of colours available direct from stock. Type FX12 FX13 FX21.5 FX22 RX28 RX31 RX42.3 RX44 Slat width 15/16 15/16 25 25 35 35 Pitch 12 13 21.5 22 28 31 42.3 44 Ladder Width 18.5 18.5 29 29 39 39 55 55 Sides flat flat flat flat round round round round Rungs 2 2 2 2 4 4 4 4 Colours Stocked yes yes yes yes yes no (to order) yes no (to order) Packed 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 Special sizes and constructions available to order in minimum batch quantities A = slat width B = pitch C = ladder width D = side weave E = number of rungs KP Cord / 8 Plait Pre-stretched Polyester A traditional all round performer, 8 plait pre-stretched polyester finds a multitude of uses. Designed for a low stretch high value product, the rope has durability that allows it to be used in many general purpose applications. Good all round durability High knot strength Abrasion resistant construction Good grip on winches UV resistant Torsionally stable construction Lengths (Kg/1m) 183 3 1/3.9 2 184 4 2 1.5 42 185 5 1/3 2.1 6 186 6 1/3 3.2 88 188 8 2 5.7 1 Core 8 Plait Polyester Specific gravity 1.38 ^23ºC Extension at % 5% 4 3 2 1 % 2% 4% 6% 8% / White 96/ Red 91/ Blue
PK Cord / 8 plait polypropylene These ropes are made for a variety of uses where colour is essential. The multifilament polypropylene is UV stabilized so it will not suffer degradation when used in environments with high solar radiation. The range of colours suit applications where quick recognition is key. The cord is light, flexible and floats. Feature and Benefits Bright colours Knots well Buoyant 4 3 2 1 % 5% 1% 15% 2% 242 2 1.1 2425 2.5.3 1 243 3 3.4 13 2435 3.5 3.5 175 244 4 2.7 275 24 5 3 1.1 44 246 6 3 1.5 56 248 8 2 2.7 1,6 Cover 8 plait polypropylene ^17ºC 91/ Blue 928/ Green 96/ Red 98/ Yellow 9/ Black / White Sprintline / 16 PLAIT PRE-STRETCHED POLYESTER A supple yet high tenacity cord suitable for a wide range of purposes. The cord is pre-stretched, which is a process which takes away the constructional stretch and makes a solid and round product. Good strength Low stretch Hard wearing Distinctive colours Resistant to kinking 4 3 2 1 % 2% 4% 6% 8% 1% 173 3 2 1.9 26 174 4 1 3.1 46 175 5 1 4.4 62 176 6 1 6.1 83 Core 16-Plait Polyester Specific gravity 1.38 ^23ºC Extension at % 5% 956/ Red 93/ Grey 993/ Yellow 968/ Blue 928/ Green 989/ Black Starter Cord Specifically designed to work with engine recoil systems, Starter Cord is constructed in a way that may outlast the engine they are installed in. Manufactured with a 16-carrier machine, this provides a smooth finish with a tighter pitch and rounder appearance. Hard wearing Slightly stretchy Smooth Standard 193 3. 1. 23 1935 3.5 1.7 3 194 4. 1.85 4 1945 4.5 1 1.2 47 19 5. 1 1. 51 1955 5.5 1 1.7 58 196 6. 1 1.9 7 Core Cover Twisted 16 Plait Nylon Nylon Poor Poor Average Average ^24ºC ^24ºC
Techna-line / 12 STRAND TECHNORA Techna-line with Technora is used wherever safety and protection are essential. The unique properties of Technora give a number of significant advantages over other synthetic yarns and steels in ropes and cables. Applications range from mooring cables, hoisting cables, cables for deep-sea applications, ropes for installing high-voltage cables, elevator cables and lines for para-gliders. Technora ropes provide accurate positioning of theatre stage equipment with no fire-related issues and in black are easy to conceal. Torsionally stable construction High strength to diameter ratio Good UV resistance for Aramid fibre Very resistant to heat 4 3 2 1 % 1% 2% 3% 4% 5% Length 3762 3 2m.68 8 3763 4 2m 1.37 17 3764 5 2m 1.82 227 3765 6 2m 2.5 312 3767 8 2m 3.88 481 Core Cover 12 Strand na Technora na Specific gravity 1.44 na Good na Good na Good na Good na Melting point DC Cord / 12 Strand Dyneema Made from the specialist fibre Dyneema, this cord is easy to splice, and resistant to abrasion and most chemicals. This 12-strand construction is used to ensure maximum strength. 12 Strand construction Very high strength to weight ratio Treated with specialised coating Very long lasting Stronger than steel Safer than steel in operation 91/ Blue 9/ Black 96/ Red 98/ Yellow Extension 6 4 3 2 1 new rope worked rope % 1% 2% 3% Length 532 2 75/2.4 477 533 3 75/2.5 918 534 4 75/2.7 1,62 535 5 75/2.9 2,34 536 6 75/2 1.4 2,7 538 8 75/2 2.8 4, Core Cover 12 strand n/a Dyneema SK78 PU Coating Specific gravity.97 n/a Very Good n/a Very Good n/a Very Good n/a Poor n/a DS CORD / DYNEEMA WITH POLYESTER COVER This specialist fibre cord has a pre-stretched and treated Dyneema core and a polyester cover for protection and better grip. Available in a range of bright colours. Dyneema SK78 core Bright colours with matching cores 32 Plait polyester cover High strength with low extension Improved longevity Hard wearing cover / White 91/ Blue 9/ Black & Yellow 96/ Red Extension 6 4 3 2 1 982/ Neon 968/ Pink new rope worked rope % 1% 2% 3% 541 1 2.1 5415 1.5 2.15 7 542 2 2.3 12 543 3 2.6 37 544 4 2 1.1 49 545 5 2 1.7 1,2 546 6 2 2.5 1,91 Core Cover 12 Strand 32 Plait Dyneema Polyester Specific gravity.97 1.38 Good Good Good Good Good Good Good Good Melting point 1ºC
Shock Cord Super stretch shock cords made with the finest natural rubber filament. Shock cord produced from natural rubber has an extension and reproducibility that synthetic rubber fibres are unable to match. Only when the finest natural rubber is used as a core under controlled extension with a braided cover added can a reliable and reproducible extension be achieved. High quality multifilament rubber core European quality Polypropylene coloured cover Very high extension levels Bright colour range for ease of identification Reliability and durability Load (N) Load to give extension (N) 1% 3% 75% 493 3 1.7 3 5 8 494 4 1 1.2 4.5 7.5 11.5 495 5 1 2. 6 11 17.5 496 6 1 3. 6 15.5 24.3 498 8 1 5. 23 4 64.9 491 1 1 8.2 3 51.6 83 4912 12 1 11. 16 147 232 2 2 1 1 Load for 75% extension 3mm 4mm 5mm 6mm 8mm 9mm 1mm 12mm 9/ Black 91/ Blue 96/ Red / White 98/ Yellow SK Cord / 8-Plait Matt POLYESTER A softer spun polyester providing good levels of grip in a hard wearing construction. 8 plait construction with spun polyester Full colours available Traditional look Hard wearing Easy to handle Easily identified 4 3 2 1 % 5% 1% 15% 2% 123 3 1m 1.1 11 124 4 1m 1.2 22 125 5 1/3m 1.5 3 126 6 1/3m 2.5 56 128 8 2m 3.9 8 121 1 1m 6.1 98 Core 8 Plait Matt Polyester Specific gravity 1.38 ^23ºC 452/ Buff 96/ Red / White & Blue 91/ Blue 9/ Black N Cord / 16 PLAIT NYLON Lighter than Polyester, this flexible and durable cord is manufactured with a 16 carrier machine providing a smooth flat finish. This general purpose cord is ideal for applications where some stretch is required. Smooth construction Ability to absorb shock loads Susceptible to UV light 42 1.25 132 42 2 132 12 425 2.5 132 19 43 3 132 2 435 3.5 132 33 44 4 132 38 445 4.5 132 46 4 5 132 62 Cover 16 plait Nylon Specific gravity 1.15 Poor Average ^22 C ENGLISH BRAIDS LIMITED SPRING LANE, MALVERN, WORCESTERSHIRE WR14 1AL Tel: +44 ()1684 892222 Email: sales@englishbraids.com www.englishbraids.com