Parachute Cord : What is it?
| Parachute cords or paracords are ropes used as suspension lines in parachutes. They are usually made of nylon with different thicknesses. Individual strands can be pulled out of the braided cord to be used for a variety of purposes, such as fishing lines or threads. Paracords are resistant to scratches and rotting, and are much tougher than ordinary ropes of the same thickness.
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Kinds of Parachute Cords include the following: |
Type I ype I parachute cords have five strands and can support up to 100 pounds of weight.
They are commonly used in aircraft as dummy cords in vests.
Type II
Type II Parachute Cords have seven strands of braided nylon.
They have a tensile strength of up 550, although this is more common in Type III cords and most Type II cords are weaker.
Type III Type III Parachute Cords have seven-strand nylon cores and are covered with a nylon jacket. They are 3/16 inch thick and can support up to 550 pounds. They are commonly known as #550 cords.
Type IV
Type IV Parachute Cords have a coreless construction, consisting entirely of solid braidedd nylon. They also have a #550 tensile strength, but are solid enough to support heavy parachutes. |
Durability: Choose a parachute cord that can support heavy weights and will not break from sudden tugs or high impacts. Make sure it is waterproof and mildew-resistant. Also make sure that the strands are tightly braided and will not loosen when pulled.
Tensile strength: Choose a parachute cord with a tensile strength of 550. This will allow it to support the weight of most motorized parachutes. Parachutes with fewer suspension lines need stronger cords to better distribute the weight. |
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