Abrasion test comparisons of Vectran® and aramid braids were conducted by a high-performance rope and cable company using the test shown schematically in Figure 14. Without marine finish on the braid, Vectran® outperformed aramid (Table 11). With marine finish applied to both Vectran® and aramid braids, Vectran® again showed superior abrasion resistance.
Table 11: Braid Abrasion of Vectran® HT*
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Cycles-to-Failure* |
| |
Vectran® HT |
Aramid |
*Eight-strand plain braid, 64X1500 denier threadlines, All tests dry (KAI) |
| 600 lbƒ Load |
|
|
| Without marine finish |
286 |
83 |
| With marine finish applied |
1250 |
93 |