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Page 67: of Maritime Reporter Magazine (August 1994)
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• 1 m ' 'I • Equal to or greater than wet nylon strength • Excellent UV resistance • Floats in fresh or salt water •Approximately 80% stronger than Polypropylene • Unique copolymer extruded fiber is 100% more abrasion resistant than regular yarn or monofilament because once in service, it develops a "feathered"surface protecting it against further abrasion •Lightweight, very low elongation •Distinctive gold color with red/green tracer yarns • Replaces Premium Polyester • 10% stronger & costs 20% less than Premium
Polyester • Retains strength when wet • Excellent UV resistance • 20-25% lighter than polyester • Excellent abrasion resistance • Excellent wet abrasion resistance • Elongation less than Premium Polyester • White with gold tinge & red/green tracer yarns
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