Production Process and Application Scope of High Tenacity 18MM 20mm 22mm 24mm 36mm 28mm Polypropylene (PP) Marine Rope (Yellow Color, 3-Strand Twisted, Wood Reel Packing)

1. Production Process

Step 1: Raw Material Preparation (Polypropylene Resin Treatment)

• Base Material Selection: High-tenacity polypropylene (PP) resin pellets are chosen as the core raw material, often with added modifiers (e.g., UV stabilizers, anti-oxidants, and anti-mildew agents). These additives enhance the rope’s resistance to sunlight, saltwater corrosion, and microbial growth—critical for marine applications.
• Color Masterbatch Mixing: Yellow color masterbatch (a concentrated pigment carrier compatible with PP) is blended with the PP resin pellets in a precise ratio. This ensures uniform color distribution throughout the final rope, avoiding fading or streaking.

Step 2: PP Fiber Extrusion and Drawing

• Melting and Extrusion: The mixed PP resin (with color and additives) is fed into a twin-screw extruder. Inside the extruder, the resin is heated to 180–220°C to melt into a viscous fluid, which is then forced through a spinneret (a metal plate with hundreds of tiny holes) to form continuous, thin PP filaments (known as "tow").
• Drawing (Stretching for High Tenacity): The extruded PP tow is immediately pulled (drawn) by a set of high-speed rollers at a controlled temperature (typically 80–100°C). This stretching process aligns the polymer molecules in the filaments, significantly increasing their tensile strength and reducing elongation—key to achieving the "high tenacity" property of the rope.
• Cooling and Setting: After drawing, the high-tenacity PP filaments are cooled with air or water to solidify their structure, preserving the enhanced strength.

Step 3: Filament Spooling and Yarn Formation

• Spooling: The cooled, high-tenacity PP filaments are wound onto small bobbins (spools) to form "single-end yarns." Each bobbin contains a consistent length of filament to ensure uniformity in subsequent steps.
• Yarn Plying (Optional): For thicker rope diameters (e.g., 36mm), multiple single-end yarns may be twisted together (plied) to form thicker "yarn strands." This step adjusts the yarn’s thickness to match the target rope diameter (18mm, 20mm, 22mm, 24mm, 28mm, 36mm).

Step 4: 3-Strand Twisting (Core Rope Formation)

• Strand Arrangement: Three identical yarn strands (or plied yarns) are mounted on a twisting machine’s creels (spool holders), positioned at 120° angles to each other.
• Twisting Process: The machine pulls the three strands downward while rotating them in a consistent direction (either S-twist or Z-twist). This twisting action interlocks the strands tightly, forming the 3-strand twisted structure. The twist density is precisely controlled—higher twist density improves the rope’s abrasion resistance, while lower density balances flexibility and strength.
• Diameter Calibration: During twisting, sensors monitor the rope’s diameter to ensure it meets the target specifications (18mm to 36mm). Adjustments to the machine’s tension or twist speed are made in real time to correct deviations.

Step 5: Post-Treatment for Performance Enhancement

• Heat Setting: The newly twisted rope is passed through a heated chamber (or exposed to hot air) at 100–130°C. This "heat setting" process relaxes internal stresses in the PP strands, preventing the rope from untwisting (creeping) during use and stabilizing its length and structure.
• Surface Finishing (Optional): For applications requiring extra abrasion resistance, a thin, clear PP coating may be applied to the rope’s surface. This coating does not affect the rope’s flexibility or buoyancy but extends its service life in rough environments.

Step 6: Cutting, Inspection, and Wood Reel Packing

• Cutting to Length: The continuous rope is cut into standard lengths (e.g., 100m, 200m, or custom lengths) using automated cutting machines with precision blades.
• Quality Inspection: Each cut rope is inspected for:
  • Tensile strength (via load-testing samples to ensure compliance with high-tenacity standards).
  • Diameter consistency (using calipers at multiple points).
  • Color uniformity (checking for fading or discoloration).
  • Twist integrity (ensuring no loose strands or breaks).
• Wood Reel Packing: Qualified ropes are wound onto cylindrical wood reels (custom-sized to fit different rope diameters). The wood reels are sturdy, moisture-resistant, and designed for easy storage, transportation, and unwinding during use. Each reel is labeled with specifications (diameter, length, material, color) for traceability.

2. Application Scope

Marine and Boating Industry

• Docking and Mooring: Used as mooring lines for boats, yachts, sailboats, and commercial vessels (e.g., fishing boats, cargo ships). Its high tenacity withstands strong currents and wind forces, while its buoyancy prevents sinking if dropped overboard—easy to retrieve.
• Anchoring: Serves as anchor ropes for small to medium-sized vessels. The 3-strand twist provides excellent grip on anchor chains, and its resistance to saltwater corrosion ensures long-term use in ocean or coastal waters.
• Towing and Safety: Used as tow ropes for water sports (e.g., water skiing, wakeboarding) or to tow small boats. Its flexibility and high tensile strength reduce the risk of breaking under dynamic loads. It also functions as auxiliary safety ropes (e.g., for securing life rafts or boarding ladders).

Industrial and Logistics Applications

• Cargo Securing: Ideal for securing cargo on trucks, trailers, or shipping containers. Its high tenacity resists shifting during transportation, and it is lightweight (easier to handle than steel cables) while remaining durable enough for heavy loads.
• Construction and Rigging: Used in light to medium construction tasks, such as securing scaffolding, lifting small construction materials (e.g., tools, pipes), or marking hazardous areas on job sites. The yellow color enhances visibility, improving on-site safety.
• Warehouse and Storage: Employed as tying ropes for bundling packages, pallets, or bulk goods (e.g., textiles, plastics). The wood reel packing allows for neat, space-efficient storage and easy unwinding during daily use.

Outdoor and Recreational Use

• Camping and Hiking: Used as tent guy lines, hammock ropes, or gear-securing ropes. Its waterproof property ensures it remains strong even in rain or damp conditions, and its lightweight design is easy to carry in backpacks.
• Agriculture and Farming: Serves as fencing ropes for temporary livestock enclosures (e.g., for sheep, goats) or to secure hay bales, farm equipment, or irrigation pipes. It resists rot and microbial growth, making it suitable for outdoor farm environments.
• Water Rescue: Utilized by lifeguards or rescue teams in lakes, rivers, or coastal areas. Its buoyancy helps keep victims afloat, and its high tenacity ensures it can withstand the force of rescue operations.

Specialized Applications

• Aquaculture: Used in fish farms to secure net cages, floats, or feeding equipment. Its resistance to saltwater and UV rays prevents degradation in long-term aquatic environments, protecting the integrity of aquaculture systems.
• Municipal and Emergency Services: Employed by fire departments or emergency response teams as temporary rescue ropes (for low-risk scenarios) or to cordon off accident sites. The bright yellow color ensures high visibility, even in low-light conditions.

1.PHOTOS

2. Main performance

3.Technology Comparison

Coil length: 220m

Spliced strength:± 10% lower

Weight and length tolerance:± 5%

MBL=Minimum Breaking Load conform ISO 2307

Other sizes available upon request

4.Parameter Table