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Cotton

Cotton

Properties:

  • Density: 1.38 g/cm³
  • Melting point: Does not melt
  • Elongation at break: approx. 20%
  • Abrasion resistance: Low
  • UV resistance: Low
  • Water absorption: High

Applications:

  • Lead ropes
  • Decorations and art
  • Macrame work

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Laid rope, Crafts & Interior design

Description

Cotton ropes are 3-strand ropes made of 100% cotton. These ropes are known for their softness and comfort in use, with a reduced risk of unpleasant friction or ”burns” while handling. Here is a detailed description:

Material and properties: Cotton ropes are made entirely from 100% cotton fiber, or alternatively from recycled cotton fibers.

  • Virgin cotton: The cotton fibers used for rope production can be either virgin (natural) cotton fibers or recycled cotton from textile waste.
  • Color: These ropes are known for their soft and comfortable feel in the hand, making them ideal for projects where comfort is important. They have a natural “beige white” color, which is the natural appearance of cotton. Cotton ropes have an elongation at break of approximately 20%. They absorb a lot of water and the fiber is sinking.

Applications: Cotton ropes have many uses and are especially popular in decorative and craft projects.

  • Macramé: Cotton ropes are very popular for use as decorations and macrame work, where the softness and flexibility of the rope are valuable properties.
  • Equitation: cotton ropes are often used as lead ropes for animals, where their gentle feel in the hand is beneficial.

Advantages: Cotton ropes offer a pleasant and comfortable user experience and are ideal for projects where both aesthetics and comfort matter. They provide a natural and relaxed feel while being durable and useful for a variety of purposes.

Specification

Diameter [mm]MBL [kp]Weight [g/m]
511014
617020
829033
1045055
1260080
14800105
161100120
201600190

MBL: minimum breaking load. Stated breaking loads apply to new rope.