Braid · Towing

Towmaster Polyester

Towmaster Polyester is a high strength, compact line with superior durability, using a 7 braided core construction with very durable overbraid protection for towing and mooring in demanding environments.

Longitudinal stripes make twists in the rope immediately visible
High abrasion resistance
Moderate elongation
Excellent elastic retention
Excellent UV resistance
Low water absorption
Excellent towing and mooring line for high demand environments

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Specific Gravity1.38*

Melting Point225°C

Critical Temp.150°C

Elongation at Break12.8%

Coefficient of Friction0.12*

Floats / SinksSinks

UV ResistanceExcellent

Wet AbrasionSuperior

Dry AbrasionSuperior

Of all the popular fibres polyester has the best weathering characteristics and the best wet abrasion resistance. Polyester demonstrates superior capability compared to nylon in maintaining its elongation even over extended durations.

* value based on data supplied by the fibre manufacturer for new, dry fibre.

Sizing & Specifications

Dimensions & Ratings

Nominal Dia. (Inch)	Nominal Dia. (MM)	Size Circ.	Approx. Weight (Kg/100m)	Min. Tensile Spliced (Te)	Min. Tensile ISO Unspliced (Te)
2 5/8″	64	8″	315	125.4	139.3
2 3/4″	68	8 1/2″	352	137.6	152.9
3″	72	9″	395	152.9	169.9
3 1/8″	76	9 1/2″	441	183.5	203.9
3 1/4″	80	10″	489	188.5	209.5
3 3/8″	84	10 1/2″	548	207.9	231.0
3 5/8″	88	11″	590	226.3	251.4
4″	96	12″	702	270.1	300.1
4 1/4″	104	13″	825	315.9	351.1
4 5/8″	112	14″	956	364.9	405.5
5″	120	15″	1100	417.9	464.4
5 1/4″	128	16″	1250	472.9	525.5
5 1/2″	136	17″	1410	534.2	593.5
5 11/16″	144	18″	1580	596.3	662.6
6″	152	19″	1760	662.6	736.2
6 1/4″	160	20″	1951	731.8	813.2
6 5/8″	168	21″	2151	805.3	894.8

Other sizes available on request. Contact us to confirm current lead times and pricing.

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