Yellow Polyester Paracord Type III
This US Made Paracord consists of a Polyester sleeve (outer layer) and a core of Nylon yarns. Polyester Paracord cannot be fused together with Nylon Paracord due to its chemical make up. Polyester and Nylon both have their own advantages and disadvantages for use. The overview below contains the most important features of Polyester and Nylon paracord. ATTENTION! - Polyester Paracord cannot be fused together with Nylon Paracord. - Polyester Paracord and Nylon Paracord with the same name may differ in colour.
Polyester vs. Nylon
- Polyester doesn't absorb water like Nylon does.
- Polyester doesn't shrink when it's wet.
- Polyester does have a rougher surface than Nylon Paracord.
- Polyester has a lower Elasticity than Nylon Paracord
- Polyester is more resistant to wear and UV light.
- Polyester is weaker than Nylon under steady pressure.
Specifications:
- Diameter: ca. 3,8 mm
- High Quality Yarns
- Polyester Rope Sleeve is 32-stands
- Core contains 7 Nylon core threads
- Tensile strength: 550 lbs (249 kg)
- Density Polyester: 1,38 g/cm³
- Made in the U.S.A.
- Washable at 30 °C
- UV, Mildew & Rot Resistant!
