Marlow Excel D12 SK78 Dyneema Rope

Marlow Excel D12 SK78 Dyneema Rope

Marlow Excel D12 is a lightweight, high strength, low-stretch, low-creep 12-strand hollow braid produced from 100% Dyneema SK78, ArmourCoated during manufacture for enhanced UV and wear resistance.

Excellent for lashings, metal shackle replacement, wire replacement on a number of applications including cascade purchase systems and trapeze wires. Diameters can be reduced for all control line applications from those used for polyester ropes thanks to its high break loads. 

Message us to request specific lengths and finishing. We can splice the ends to any customer specification, including onto blocks and fittings.

Marlow Excel D12 specification and construction

• Single, 12 Strand, Hollow Braided Line
• 100% HMPE  (High Modulus Polyethylene) Dyneema SK78
• ArmourCoat: High-Penetration PU (Polyurethane) Impregnation Treatment for enhanced Grip, UV and Wear Resistance

Dyneema® SK78 Attributes

• Strength for strength, it is lighter than steel and does not splinter
• Opportunity to save weight in the rig and on deck by downsizing in diameter
• Workable, more supple, user-friendly replacement for stainless steel wire and hardware, for example: soft shackles and running backstays
• Specific Gravity = 0.98: Dyneema floats and absorbs no water
• Easier to inspect and rectify than wire
• Manufactured in the UK
• Ideal for all rigging control lines
• 100% low stretch, low elongation
• Low creep, minimal recoil
• ArmourCoat for enhanced grip, UV and wear resistance
• Spliceable 12-strand hollowbraid
• Excellent abrasion resistance
• Very light weight, floats, zero water absorption/shrinkage
• Good chemical resistance
• Good UV resistance
• High linear strength enables potential reduction in diameter

We stock 3 diameters in black. The minimum break load is:

• 4mm - MBL 1070kg
• 5mm - MBL 2120kg
• 6mm - MBL 3140kg

Quantity of 1 = 1m (e.g. quantity of 15 = 15m continuous length of rope). To order multiple pieces of specific lengths, make a note in the 'order special instructions' box in the cart.