Description
Polyethylene Rope – Lightweight Marine & Utility Fibre Rope
Polyethylene rope is a lightweight, durable synthetic fibre rope designed for reliable performance in Australian outdoor, marine, and industrial environments. Manufactured from high-quality polyethylene (PE) fibres, this rope offers excellent resistance to water absorption, UV exposure, rot, mildew, and most chemicals. Its low-density construction allows the rope to float on water, making it ideal for marine ropes, boating lines, fishing applications, and coastal use.
Suitable for light to medium-duty applications, polyethylene fibre rope provides consistent handling, good knot retention, and moderate abrasion resistance. Commonly produced in high-visibility colours, it is widely used across marine, agricultural, construction, and general utility industries. Polyethylene rope is manufactured to meet general industry requirements, making it a cost-effective and reliable rope solution for Australian conditions.
In marine environments, polyethylene rope is commonly used for anchoring and mooring applications where lightweight handling and buoyancy are required. Its floating properties help reduce the risk of propeller fouling and make line retrieval easier, particularly in small craft, tenders, and temporary moorings. While suitable for short-term or light-duty anchoring and mooring, polyethylene rope is often paired with chain or other rope types in permanent or higher-load marine setups.
Sizing
| Rope Size | Coil Size | Breaking Strain |
| 4mm | 250m | 300kg |
| 6mm | 250m | 370kg |
| 8mm | 250m | 620kg |
| 10mm | 125m | 930kg |
| 12mm | 125m | 1250kg |
| 14mm | 125m | 1400kg |
| 14mm | 250m | 1400kg |
| 16mm | 125m | 2100kg |
| 18mm | 125m | 2600kg |
| 20mm | 125m | 3150kg |
| 22mm | 125m | 3750kg |
| 24mm | 125m | 4400kg |
| 28mm | 125m | 5900kg |
