High Strength 8/12 Strand Braided Hawser Polypropylene PP Mono Monofilament Nylon Marine Towing Rope for Mooring
1. General Description
QINGDAO JINCHENG MARITIME has serial products including varieties of nylon, polypropylene filament, polypropylene, polypropylene polyester mixed, polyester.Imported Germany technology, the products have advantages of reasonable braided structure, scientific technology, high strength, low elongation, wearing resistance, anti -corrosion and simple operation. the products are mainly used in fields of shipbuilding, ocean transportation, national defense and military industry, sea petroleum and harbor operation.
- Exceptional Floatability: 12-strand braided hawser polypropylene rope is inherently buoyant, a key advantage derived from polypropylene’s low density. Unlike heavier rope materials that sink, it stays afloat on water—even when fully saturated or carrying light attached gear. This floatability eliminates the risk of the rope sinking and getting tangled in underwater obstacles (e.g., rocks, reefs) or becoming difficult to retrieve, making it ideal for water-based tasks.
- High Tensile Strength with Braided Durability: The 12-strand braided construction optimizes the rope’s load-bearing capacity by distributing tension evenly across all strands. This design enhances polypropylene’s natural strength, allowing the hawser rope to handle heavy static and moderate dynamic loads without strand slippage or premature breakage. The tight braid also creates a smooth, consistent surface that minimizes stress points, extending the rope’s service life under demanding conditions.
- Superior Resistance to Chemicals, Moisture, and Mildew: Polypropylene’s chemical inertness, paired with the 12-strand braided structure, makes the rope highly resistant to degradation from water (fresh and saltwater), oils, solvents, and common industrial chemicals. It does not absorb moisture, preventing weight gain, rot, or mildew growth—even after prolonged exposure to damp or wet environments. This resistance ensures the rope retains its structural integrity and performance in harsh, corrosive settings.
- Lightweight and Easy to Handle: Compared to traditional hawser ropes made from materials like nylon or polyester, 12-strand braided polypropylene is significantly lighter. Its low weight reduces operator fatigue during handling, coiling, or deployment, even for long lengths of rope. The braided design also enhances flexibility, allowing the rope to bend smoothly around cleats, winches, or pulleys without kinking—simplifying use in both professional and recreational scenarios.
- Good UV Stability for Outdoor Use: The rope is formulated with UV inhibitors to resist damage from prolonged sunlight exposure. The 12-strand braid adds an extra layer of protection by shielding inner fibers from direct UV rays, preventing the rope from becoming brittle, discolored, or losing tensile strength over time. This UV stability ensures reliable performance for outdoor applications like mooring, towing, or construction, where the rope is exposed to the elements daily.
- Marine Mooring and Docking for Small to Mid-Sized Vessels: Its floatability and water resistance make it ideal for mooring boats, jet skis, or pontoons in marinas, lakes, or coastal areas. The 12-strand braid’s strength secures vessels against wind and waves, while its lightweight design simplifies tying and adjusting mooring lines.
- Recreational Water Activities: Widely used for water skiing, wakeboarding, or towing inflatable toys (e.g., tubes, rafts). Its buoyancy ensures the rope stays visible and easy to retrieve if dropped, and its flexibility provides a smooth pull for riders. It is also suitable for marking swimming areas or buoy lines in lakes, rivers, or coastal waters.
- Industrial and Construction Site Tasks: Used for securing construction materials (e.g., lumber, pipes) on job sites, especially those near water or in damp conditions. Its chemical resistance makes it suitable for handling or securing items exposed to oils or mild solvents. Additionally, its lightweight nature simplifies lifting and positioning light loads with winches.
- Agricultural Applications: Ideal for agricultural tasks like securing hay bales, tying down farm equipment on trailers, or marking field boundaries. Its moisture resistance prevents rot when used in wet farmyards or pastures, and its strength handles the weight of agricultural supplies.
- Emergency and Rescue Operations (Light-Duty): Used in light-duty water rescue scenarios, such as retrieving small objects or guiding swimmers to safety in calm waters. Its floatability ensures the rope remains visible and easy to handle, while its strength provides a reliable line for basic rescue tasks.

2.Main performance
Material 材料 | Polyamide Multifilament 锦纶复丝 | Polyamide Yarn 锦纶线 | Polypropylene Multifilament 丙纶长丝 | Polypropylene 丙纶 | Polyester 涤纶 | Polypropylene and Polyester Mixed 涤纶丙纶混合 |
Spec.Density 比重 | 1.14 no floating | 1.14 not floating | 0.91 no floating | 0.91 Floating | 1.27 no floating | 0.95 Floating |
Melting Point 熔点 | 215℃ | 215℃ | 165℃ | 165℃ | 260℃ | 165℃/260℃ |
Abrasion Resistance 耐磨性 | Very Good | Very Good | Medium | Medium | Good | Good |
U.V.Resistance 防紫外线 | Very Good | Very Good | Medium | Medium | Good | Good |
Temperature resistance 使用环境 | 120℃max | 120℃max | 70℃max | 70℃max | 120℃max | 80℃max |
Chemical resistance 耐化学腐蚀性 | Very Good | Very Good | Good | Good | Good | Good |
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
Specification 规格 | PA Multifilament 锦纶复丝 | PAYarn 锦纶 | PPMultifilament 丙纶长丝 | Polypropylene 丙纶 | Polyester 涤纶 | PET/PP Mixed 丙纶/涤纶混合绳 |
| Dia. | Cir | Ktex | KN | Ktex | KN | Ktex | KN | Ktex | KN | Ktex | KN | Ktex | KN |
| 直径 | 圆 周 | 线密度 | 破断强力 | 线密度 | 破断强力 | 线密度 | 破断强力 | 线密度 | 破断强力 | 线密度 | 破断强力 | 线密度 | 破断强力 |
| 20 | 2-1/2 | 247 | 81 | 247 | 70 | 189 | 64 | 180 | 58 | 303 | 64 | 194 | 70 |
| 24 | 3 | 355 | 114 | 355 | 101 | 273 | 89 | 260 | 81 | 437 | 91 | 279 | 98 |
| 28 | 3-1/2 | 484 | 152 | 484 | 133 | 373 | 118 | 355 | 107 | 594 | 122 | 380 | 133 |
| 32 | 4 | 632 | 196 | 632 | 169 | 483 | 148 | 460 | 135 | 778 | 157 | 497 | 170 |
| 36 | 4-1/2 | 800 | 245 | 800 | 210 | 614 | 186 | 585 | 169 | 982 | 194 | 629 | 214 |
| 40 | 5 | 987 | 300 | 987 | 253 | 756 | 226 | 720 | 205 | 1215 | 240 | 776 | 262 |
| 44 | 5-1/2 | 1190 | 358 | 1190 | 303 | 924 | 271 | 880 | 246 | 1468 | 285 | 939 | 314 |
| 48 | 6 | 1420 | 420 | 1420 | 355 | 1092 | 315 | 1040 | 286 | 1750 | 336 | 1110 | 371 |
| 52 | 6-1/2 | 1670 | 489 | 1670 | 413 | 1281 | 364 | 1220 | 331 | 2050 | 392 | 1320 | 432 |
| 56 | 7 | 1930 | 561 | 1930 | 473 | 1491 | 416 | 1420 | 378 | 2380 | 448 | 1520 | 499 |
| 60 | 7-1/2 | 2220 | 640 | 2220 | 539 | 1721 | 476 | 1630 | 433 | 2730 | 499 | 1750 | 569 |
| 64 | 8 | 2530 | 723 | 2530 | 603 | 1943 | 539 | 1850 | 490 | 3110 | 579 | 1990 | 644 |
| 72 | 9 | 3200 | 905 | 3200 | 759 | 2457 | 676 | 2340 | 615 | 3930 | 721 | 2520 | 805 |
| 80 | 10 | 3950 | 1102 | 3950 | 928 | 3045 | 832 | 2900 | 756 | 4850 | 884 | 3110 | 982 |
| 88 | 11 | 4780 | 1326 | 4780 | 1106 | 3686 | 998 | 3510 | 907 | 5870 | 1061 | 3750 | 1183 |
| 96 | 12 | 5690 | 1561 | 5690 | 1301 | 4379 | 1178 | 4170 | 1071 | 6990 | 1255 | 4470 | 1397 |
| 104 | 13 | 6670 | 1816 | 6670 | 1556 | 5145 | 1351 | 4900 | 1228 | 8220 | 1448 | 5260 | 1622 |
| 112 | 14 | 7740 | 2091 | 7740 | 1775 | 5985 | 1560 | 5700 | 1418 | 9500 | 1652 | 6050 | 1877 |
| 120 | 15 | 8880 | 2387 | 8880 | 2027 | 6B25 | 1791 | 6500 | 1628 | 10900 | 1902 | 6980 | 2142 |
| 128 | 16 | 10110 | 2703 | 10100 | 2296 | 7770 | 2022 | 7400 | 1838 | 12400 | 2152 | 7950 | 2417 |
| 136 | 17 | 11400 | 3040 | 11400 | 2584 | 8820 | 2276 | 8400 | 2069 | 14000 | 2448 | 8950 | 2713 |
| 144 | 18 | 12800 | 3386 | 12800 | 2889 | 9780 | 2540 | 9400 | 2309 | 15700 | 2703 | 10100 | 3029 |
| 160 | 20 | 15800 | 4141 | 15800 | 3565 | 12100 | 3112 | 11521 | 2829 | 19400 | 3335 | 12500 | 3703 |