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3 Strand Twisted Yellow Blue White Color Polypropylene pp Marine Ropes Shipping Rope

Categories Mooring Rope
Brand Name: JC MARINETIME
Model Number: 3 / 4 / 8 / 12 STRAND ROPE
Certification: ISO / CE
Place of Origin: CHINA
MOQ: 220 Meter
Price: 30 USD Per Meters
Payment Terms: L/C, D/A, D/P, T/T, Western Union, MoneyGram
Supply Ability: 50000 Meters Per Month
Delivery Time: 5-20 days
Packaging Details: Pallet Or As Required
Part: Dock Mooring
Coil length: 220m
Weight and length tolerance: ± 5%
Spliced strength: ±10% lower
U.V.Resistance: Very Good
Service: OEM/ODM
Warranty: 12 Months
Material: polypropylene,Nylon,polyester,PP,PET/PA/PP/PE as request
Color: white,yellow,blue,black and others as requested,Customers' Requirments
Usage: mooring hawser,anchor rope,mooring tail,mooring rope,Package/mooring/towing/fishing
Diameter: 4mm-56mm,48,2-160mm (customized),6mm -144mm,24 - 120 mm
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3 Strand Twisted Yellow Blue White Color Polypropylene pp Marine Ropes Shipping Rope


3 Strand Twisted Yellow Blue White Color Polypropylene pp Marine Ropes Shipping Rope

Production Process

Step 1: Polypropylene (PP) Resin Preparation & Color Masterbatch Mixing

First, high-quality polypropylene (PP) resin pellets are selected as the base material, as PP offers inherent water resistance and durability—critical for marine and shipping use. To achieve the yellow, blue, and white coloration, color masterbatches (concentrated pigment pellets) in the three target colors are separately mixed with pure PP resin in precise proportions. This ensures uniform color distribution: yellow, blue, and white masterbatches are each blended with PP resin to create three batches of colored PP compound, avoiding color fading or streaking in the final rope.

Step 2: Melting, Extrusion & Monofilament Formation

The three batches of colored PP compound (yellow, blue, white) are fed into separate extruders. Inside the extruders, the compound is heated to a molten state (typically 180–220°C) and pushed through a spinneret—a metal plate with hundreds of tiny holes. As the molten PP exits the spinneret, it is rapidly cooled by air or water to solidify into thin, continuous monofilaments (single strands) of consistent diameter. Each color (yellow, blue, white) forms its own set of monofilaments, which are then wound onto bobbins for subsequent processing.

Step 3: Monofilament Drawing & Strengthening

To enhance the tensile strength and durability of the monofilaments (critical for withstanding shipping and marine loads), the colored monofilaments undergo a drawing process. The monofilaments are pulled through a series of heated rollers at a controlled speed, stretching the fibers to align their molecular structure. This step reduces brittleness, increases load-bearing capacity, and ensures the monofilaments can resist abrasion—essential for contact with ship hulls, docks, or cargo. After drawing, the monofilaments are rewound onto larger bobbins.

Step 4: Strand Plying (Forming 3 Colored Strands)

Next, the drawn monofilaments of each color are grouped and twisted into single strands:

  • One strand is made entirely of yellow monofilaments,
  • One strand of blue monofilaments,
  • One strand of white monofilaments.

A twisting machine rotates the monofilament bundles at a specific speed to create tight, uniform strands. The twist level is calibrated to balance flexibility and strength—too loose, and the strand may fray; too tight, and the rope may become rigid. Each colored strand is wound onto a bobbin once plying is complete.

Step 5: 3-Strand Twisting (Final Rope Formation)

The three colored strands (yellow, blue, white) are mounted onto a stranding machine (or rope-twisting machine) in a triangular arrangement. The machine rotates the three strands together in a consistent direction (e.g., right-hand twist) to interlock them into a single 3-strand twisted rope. The twisting tension and speed are precisely controlled to ensure the strands are evenly distributed, with no gaps or uneven tightness—this guarantees the rope’s structural stability under load. During this step, the yellow, blue, and white strands create a distinct, visible twisted pattern.

Step 6: Post-Processing, Inspection & Winding

After forming, the rope undergoes post-processing to remove any surface imperfections (e.g., loose monofilaments) and is inspected for quality:

  • Checks include measuring diameter consistency, testing tensile strength, verifying color uniformity, and ensuring no strand breakage.
  • Qualified ropes are then wound onto large spools or coils (in lengths tailored to shipping/marine needs, e.g., 100m, 500m) for storage and transportation. No additional chemical treatments are required, as PP’s inherent properties already meet marine/shipping standards.

2. Application Scope

Marine Mooring & Docking

  • Used as mooring lines and dock lines for small to medium-sized vessels (e.g., fishing boats, recreational yachts, small cargo ships). The 3-strand twisted structure provides sufficient flexibility to tie secure knots (e.g., cleat hitch, bowline), while PP’s water resistance prevents rot or weight gain from seawater. The yellow-blue-white coloration enhances visibility, making the rope easy to spot in low-light or choppy water—reducing the risk of accidental tripping on decks or tangling with other equipment.

Shipping Cargo Securement

  • Ideal for securing cargo on ships, barges, or docks. It is used to tie down containers, pallets, or loose goods (e.g., machinery parts, construction materials) during transit. PP’s high tensile strength resists shifting caused by wave motion or ship vibration, while the twisted structure ensures the rope stays tight without slipping. The lightweight nature of PP also makes it easy for crew members to handle and adjust, even when securing heavy loads.

Marine Recreational & Auxiliary Use

  • Applied in recreational marine activities, such as:
    • Tying inflatable water toys (e.g., tubes, rafts) to boats;
    • Setting up temporary swimming area markers (the bright yellow-blue-white colors improve visibility for swimmers and other vessels);
    • Securing fenders (boat bumpers) to hulls to prevent damage during docking.
      Its non-abrasive surface also avoids scratching boat paint or inflatable materials.

Small Vessel Towing & Assistance

  • Used for light-duty towing of small vessels (e.g., dinghies, jet skis) behind larger boats in calm coastal waters or harbors. The 3-strand design’s strength handles the tow load, while PP’s elasticity absorbs minor shocks from wave action—reducing strain on both the towing and towed vessels. The coloration ensures the rope is visible to nearby boats, minimizing collision risks.

Port & Dock Maintenance

  • Employed in port and dock maintenance tasks, such as:
    • Securing temporary barriers (e.g., to block off construction zones on docks);
    • Tying down maintenance equipment (e.g., hoses, tools) to prevent loss overboard;
    • Assisting in lifting light components (e.g., small metal parts, cleaning supplies) using pulleys.
      Its resistance to saltwater and UV radiation ensures longevity, even with constant exposure to marine environments.

2. Main performance


MaterialPolyamide
Multifilament
Polyamide
Yarn
Polypropylene
Multifilament
PolypropylenePolyesterPolypropylene and
Polyester Mixed
Spec.Density1.14
no floating
1.14
not floating
0.91
no floating
0.91
Floating
1.27
no floating
0.95
Floating
Melting Point215℃215℃165℃165℃260℃165℃/260℃
Abrasion ResistanceVery GoodVery GoodMediumMediumGoodGood
U.V.ResistanceVery GoodVery GoodMediumMediumGoodGood
Temperature resistance120℃max120℃max70℃max70℃max120℃max80℃max
Chemical resistanceVery GoodVery GoodGoodGoodGoodGood

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
PP Multifilament
丙纶长丝
Polypropylene
丙纶
Polyester
涤纶
PET/PP Mixed
丙纶/涤纶混合绳
Dia.CirKtexKNKtexKNKtexKNKtexKNKtexKNKtexKN
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
41/2103.7102.66.32.362.1122.97.02.8
63/4227.9226186.5175.9275.617.56.8
814013.84010.93211.43010.44810.03111.9
101-1/46221.26215.74716.84515.37615.648.518.2
121-1/28930.18924.16823.96521.711022.369.925.7
141-3/412140.012133.09532.99029.914831.295.134.7
16215851.915842.512140.711537.019539.812444.8
182-1/420064.320053.915551.914847.224549.815756.1
202-1/224779.224766.718962.618056.930362.319468.7
222-3/429994.029980.423175.022068.236774.723582.1
24335511235593.627387.726079.743789.627996.3
263-1/4417129417111.532010130592.2512105328113
283-1/2484149484127373115355105594120380130
303-3/4555169555143425132405120682134437148
324632192632161483146460132778154497167
364 - 1/ 2800240800200614182585166982190629210
4059872949872417562217202011215235776257
445-1/2119035111902899242668802421468275939308
486142041214203381092308104028017503291110364
526-1/2167047916703931281357122032520503841320424
567193055019304501491408142037123804391520489

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