Dyneema® rope: lighter than steel, just as strong.
Heavy lift slings, Dyneema® SK78, connecting lines, softshackles and tow cables — new from stock or used from our surplus trade.
Dyneema® is a synthetic fibre made from ultra-high-molecular-weight polyethylene (UHMWPE / HMPE) that, at the same diameter, can be up to fifteen times stronger than steel wire rope, while weighing only a fraction as much. For merchant shipping, inland shipping, fishing and offshore work, this means less physical strain when lifting and towing, no corrosion, and a rope that floats — a major advantage when working overboard.
BijRinus supplies Dyneema® SK78 and HMPE products both new and used. New material comes with full specifications and certification; used material is assessed for wear and remaining breaking strength before being offered for sale again.
Besides ready-made products such as heavy lift slings, softshackles and tow cables, BijRinus also splices Dyneema® to size — in the shop in Harlingen or on-site aboard your vessel. Not sure about the condition of your current lines? We also carry out rope inspections with a full report and tensile test.
Advantages
- 15x stronger than steel at the same weight
- Very light and buoyant
- High cut resistance
- Low stretch and low shrinkage
- Resistant to moisture, UV and chemicals
- Long service life
Applications
- Mooring line
- Tow line
- Offshore
- Winch line
Used Dyneema®
Besides new material, we have specialised for years in recycling and reusing Dyneema®, particularly in diameters from 18 mm to 44 mm. Thanks to our extensive stock, these can be delivered quickly. The cables are tested and checked for defects; where necessary, they are cut back and re-spliced. Thicker diameters are widely used in towing and pushing operations and as winch cable in inland shipping; the very thickest sizes serve as towing or salvage cable in coastal and merchant shipping. Used Dyneema is very competitively priced and still offers a high breaking strength.
For temporary projects, Dyneema towlines are also available for rental. Not sure which size you need? Take a look at our guide on measuring rope correctly.
BijRinus also supplies Dyneema® through its specialised sister brand BR Ropes, active since 2016 in high-grade towlines for offshore, inland shipping, towing and pushing operations, and merchant and coastal shipping.
Specifications (indicative)
| Diameter | Circumference | Weight | Breaking strength |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 mm | 0.25″ | 0.4 kg/100m | 0.7 t |
| 3 mm | 0.37″ | 0.5 kg/100m | 0.9 t |
| 4 mm | 0.50″ | 1.1 kg/100m | 1.4 t |
| 5 mm | 0.63″ | 1.5 kg/100m | 2.2 t |
| 6 mm | 0.75″ | 2.0 kg/100m | 3.7 t |
| 7 mm | 0.88″ | 2.7 kg/100m | 4.6 t |
| 8 mm | 1.00″ | 3.6 kg/100m | 6.0 t |
| 10 mm | 1.25″ | 5.9 kg/100m | 10.4 t |
| 12 mm | 1.50″ | 8 kg/100m | 14 t |
| 14 mm | 1.75″ | 11 kg/100m | 18 t |
| 16 mm | 2.00″ | 14 kg/100m | 24 t |
| 18 mm | 2.25″ | 18 kg/100m | 30 t |
| 20 mm | 2.50″ | 22 kg/100m | 38 t |
| 22 mm | 2.75″ | 27 kg/100m | 45 t |
| 24 mm | 3.00″ | 33 kg/100m | 53 t |
| 26 mm | 3.25″ | 37 kg/100m | 61 t |
| 28 mm | 3.50″ | 43 kg/100m | 69 t |
| 30 mm | 3.75″ | 48 kg/100m | 78 t |
| 32 mm | 4.00″ | 55 kg/100m | 89 t |
| 34 mm | 4.25″ | 62 kg/100m | 100 t |
| 36 mm | 4.50″ | 69 kg/100m | 110 t |
| 38 mm | 4.75″ | 77 kg/100m | 121 t |
| 40 mm | 5.00″ | 86 kg/100m | 134 t |
| 42 mm | 5.25″ | 98 kg/100m | 145 t |
| 44 mm | 5.50″ | 104 kg/100m | 160 t |
| 46 mm | 5.75″ | 115 kg/100m | 174 t |
| 48 mm | 6.00″ | 126 kg/100m | 190 t |
| 50 mm | 6.25″ | 136 kg/100m | 203 t |
| 52 mm | 6.50″ | 146 kg/100m | 215 t |
| 56 mm | 7.00″ | 172 kg/100m | 250 t |
| 60 mm | 7.50″ | 196 kg/100m | 280 t |
| 64 mm | 8.00″ | 220 kg/100m | 314 t |
| 68 mm | 8.50″ | 248 kg/100m | 348 t |
| 72 mm | 9.00″ | 290 kg/100m | 380 t |
| 80 mm | 10.0″ | 357 kg/100m | 459 t |
| 88 mm | 11.0″ | 425 kg/100m | 530 t |
| 96 mm | 12.0″ | 506 kg/100m | 630 t |
| 104 mm | 13.0″ | 595 kg/100m | 685 t |
| 112 mm | 14.0″ | 695 kg/100m | 790 t |
| 120 mm | 15.0″ | 793 kg/100m | 902 t |
The breaking strength of spliced rope is approximately 10% lower (ISO 2307). Please request the current, certified specification sheets from BijRinus.
What we supply
Heavy lift slings
For heavy lifting jobs in offshore and shipbuilding, made to size.
Softshackles
A lightweight alternative to steel shackles, easy to operate.
Connecting lines
For connecting fishing nets and gear in the fishing industry.
Tow cables
Floating tow lines for inland shipping and salvage, in various lengths.
About Dyneema®
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