{"product_id":"8mm-black-hmpe-12-strand-by-the-metre","title":"8mm Black HMPE 12-strand by the metre","description":"\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e8mm Black HMPE rope cut to length.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eHMPE (High Modulus Polyethylene) is perhaps the strongest type of rope in the world. It is a high-performance solution for demanding applications where strength, durability, and very low stretch are essential. Often used as a lightweight alternative to steel wire, it is ideal for lifting, towing, winching, mooring, anchoring, and dairy slurry scraper systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThe manufacturing process involves heating under tension which trains the molecules to withstand greater loads. And because it has an abrasion-resistant PU coating, it can resist grit and dirt for longer. All this is why our 12-strand HMPE rope is perfect for working in the toughest conditions like\u003cspan style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eforests, in rough countryside, at sea and on farms. It’s also a go-to rope for theatres, film sets and other settings where you need higher strength in a thinner rope.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"BZ_Pyq_fadeIn\"\u003eWhy \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"BZ_Pyq_fadeIn\"\u003eChoose \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"BZ_Pyq_fadeIn\"\u003eHMPE \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"BZ_Pyq_fadeIn\"\u003eInstead \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"BZ_Pyq_fadeIn\"\u003eof \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"BZ_Pyq_fadeIn\"\u003eSteel \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"BZ_Pyq_fadeIn\"\u003eWire?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eDesigned to replace steel wire winch ropes on 4x4s and recovery vehicles, HMPE rope is lighter and typically stronger for the same diameter, with low stretch for more predictable towing and recovery. Unlike steel wire, which can recoil dangerously if it snaps, HMPE rope dissipates energy at maximum breaking load and does not ‘whip’, making towing and recovery operations safer and easier.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eTypical Uses for HMPE Rope\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin-top: 0cm;\" type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003eWinch lines and recovery ropes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003eReplacement for steel wire rope\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003eLifting and rigging applications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003eTowing and recovery systems\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003eMarine mooring and anchoring lines\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003eHalyards and control lines on sailing boats\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003eFilm and stunt rigging\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003eForestry and arborist rigging\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003eDairy slurry scraper systems\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003eIndustrial pulling and hauling application\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eEasy to Work With\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eIt is lightweight, flexible and easy to handle, so a pleasure to use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThe standard finish for this rope is for both the left and right ends to be heat sealed. If you would like to have them eye spliced please visit our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.ropesdirect.co.uk\/collections\/rope-ends-splicing-whipping-and-end-caps\"\u003e'rope end finishes'\u003c\/a\u003e category.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eKey Characteristics\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin-top: 0cm;\" type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l1 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003eMBL 7,000kg\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l1 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003ePre-stretched, heat set and with a PU coating.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l1 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003eSpecific Gravity 0.97 (Floating)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l1 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003eMaximum working temperature 80°C - Melting point 150°C,\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l1 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003eManufactured to EN ISO 10325 in Europe for RopesDirect.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eFast Delivery, Always in Stock\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eWe 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eOrder online today - we’ll get you sorted quickly and professionally.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ropes Direct","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56076842238325,"sku":"HMPE8BLK","price":3.7,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0914\/0410\/8149\/files\/HMPE_Black_8mm.jpg?v=1764340337","url":"https:\/\/www.ropesdirect.co.uk\/products\/8mm-black-hmpe-12-strand-by-the-metre","provider":"RopesDirect","version":"1.0","type":"link"}