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12mm Leaded Polysteel Pot Rope sold by the metre

£1.08 Inc VAT | £0.90 Exc VAT
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Leaded polysteel is a heavy-duty rope designed for commercial fishing, crab and lobster pot ropes, aquaculture, mooring and other marine applications.

It is extremely strong and incorporates lead strands to increase weight and reduce buoyancy, helping the rope sit lower in the water for marine and fishing applications. Threads of lead are incorporated into one of the three strands to add weight and improve submergence characteristics. The lead threads are the only metal in the rope – the name Polysteel just refers to its strength!

As well as being tough and durable, it is economical too. Sold here by the metre, but even better value if you buy in bulk by reel or 220m coil.

One piece of rope: Use the quantity box to let us know the length you require in full metres and we will send you one continuous length (max 220m).

Multiple pieces: Enter the total length in full metres in the quantity box. Then tell us the number and lengths you require using the "Add Order Note" in your cart.

More information below

Delivery and Shipping

We operate a very quick turnaround, from the moment you place an order to getting it on board a fast and reliable courier service. They deliver direct to your home or workplace.

NEXT WORKING DAY: Customers in mainland UK (excluding Islands and Scottish Highlands) will usually enjoy next working day delivery on orders placed before midday. When it is really busy the delivery timescale might be 1-2 working days. For heavy items
(over 30kg) the delivery can take a little longer.

COLLECT FROM WAREHOUSE. Order online, choose the collect delivery option and we will email you when ready. Usually within 24 hours.

Returns

Returns are by prior agreement

  • Please email us in the first instance with your details and the product you wish to return.
     
  • We can only consider items that have been sold within the last 30 days and in perfect (re-saleable) condition.
     
  • We regret we cannot accept items that were cut to length (sold by the metre) or were modified (custom-made), for example a splice.
     
  • Upon safe receipt at our premises and inspection for condition, a refund will be made for the purchase price of the individual item less a 15% re-stocking fee. (If ordering a replacement product we usually waive the re-stocking fee).
     
  • Delivery charges will not be refunded.

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Description

Leaded Polysteel Rope – 12mm by the metre

Leaded polysteel is a high-performance hybrid rope designed for marine environments where durability, weight and high breaking strains are important.

By blending high-tenacity polypropylene and polyethylene fibres, this rope is 25-30% stronger than standard polypropylene.

The slightly "waxy" finish provides superior abrasion resistance, protecting the line when dragged over rocky seabeds or through metal haulers.

Why Choose Leaded Polysteel?

While both Polysteel and Leaded Polysteel are denser and tougher than regular poly rope, only the leaded version features a weighted core. If your application benefits from a rope with added weight and reduced buoyancy, Leaded Polysteel offers improved submergence compared with standard floating poly rope.

Key Properties

  • Minimum Breaking Load: 2,700kg
  • Reduced Buoyancy: Designed to sit lower in the water than standard floating rope.
  • Marine Grade: Fully resistant to rot, mildew, and UV degradation.
  • Wet Strength: Maintains 100% of its breaking strain in water.
  • Abrasion Resistant: Hard-wearing finish for heavy commercial use.
  • Easy to splice

The standard finish for this rope is for both the left and right ends to be heat sealed. If you would like to have them either soft spliced or hard spliced please visit our 'rope end finishes' category and add the number required.

Uses for Leaded Polysteel Rope

  • Pot rope
  • Aquaculture
  • Commercial fishing
  • Mooring / anchoring

Fast Delivery, Always in Stock

We keep large quantities ready to go, so you get what you need without delay. Orders placed before 12 noon (Mon–Fri) usually arrive next working day across most of the UK. Pallet orders may take slightly longer.

Order online today - we’ll get you sorted quickly and professionally.

Specifications

  • Product Code
    LEAD12CUT
  • Diameter (mm)
    12
  • Break Load (Kg)
    2,700

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Paul Rowan
After a week constantly immersed in salt water it still floats......

Purchased a 68m length for use as an outhaul, having received a sample. The 12mm dia is good to handle and run's through mooring block well. Unfortunately it is still floating on the surface after a week. The main reason for purchasing leaded was to ensure that the line sinks to avoid fouling propellers. .
NOTE FROM ROPESDIRECT ~ we have since learned from our manufacturer that this rope's intended use is that of a pot line for fishing rather than an outhaul. We have arranged for a suitable replacement rope for this customer.

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