Description:
Light, floating utility line that is easy to handle. NRS Rescue Rope 3/16 inch (NRS item 45403.01) is an economical polypropylene rope with 650 lbs. of tensile strength. It holds knots well, resists rot, dries fast and floats, which makes it handy for water rescue teams, raft guides and boat crews who need line on and off the water. Find more rescue rope and rigging equipment.
Features
- Floats: the line stays on the surface where you can see it.
- Holds knots well: tie it off and it stays put.
- Resists rot and dries fast: a good fit for gear that lives wet.
- Easy to handle: on the water or on shore.
- Buy what you need: sold by the foot or in 300 foot spools.
Specifications
- Size: 3/16 inch
- Material: polypropylene
- Tensile strength: 650 lbs.
- Elongation: dynamic
- Floats
- Maximum continuous length sold by the foot: 300 feet
Sizes & options
Length options: Per Foot or 300' Spool. Choose Per Foot and enter the number of feet you need as the quantity; the longest continuous piece sold by the foot is 300 feet. Spools are sold whole.
Questions about the 3/16 inch rescue rope
What is the breaking strength of NRS 3/16 inch rescue rope?
It has a tensile strength of 650 lbs.
How do I order a custom length?
Choose Per Foot and enter the number of feet you need as the quantity, up to 300 continuous feet. For a full spool, choose 300' Spool; spools are sold whole.
Does this rope float?
Yes. It is polypropylene, so it floats. It also resists rot and dries fast.
Is it a static or dynamic rope?
NRS lists its elongation as dynamic.
Is the 3/16 inch rescue rope flame resistant or rated for firefighting?
No. It is water rescue gear and is not rated for fire or high-heat use. It is not flame resistant, not structural firefighting PPE and not NFPA 1971 certified.
Where can I buy the NRS Rescue Rope 3/16 inch?
Right here. The Public Safety Store is an authorized NRS dealer. Outfitting a rescue team or need help with sizing? Contact us. Every order is covered by our price match guarantee and easy 30-day returns.
