OTS Vectran™
OTS Vectran™
2-strand braided rope, five times stronger than steel and ten times stronger than aluminum. Using liquid crystal polymer (LCP) technology, Vectran™ has excellent tensile properties as well as a high strength modulus.
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Applications
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Special Properties
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Characteristics
| Material | Vectran™ |
| Colour of rope | Golden |
| Elastic elongation | 0,45 at 10% 0,65 at 20% 0,80 at 30% of breaking load |
| Water absorption | <0,1% |
| Abrasion resistance | Very good |
| Fatigue resistance | Good |
| UV exposure | Poor |
| Chemical resistance | Good |
| Melting range | 330ºC |
| Max work temp. | 150ºC |
