Technical specifications
| Diameter [mm] | Weight [g/m] | MBL [daN] |
|---|---|---|
| 2 | 3 | 70 |
| 3 | 6 | 150 |
| 4 | 12 | 400 |
| 5 | 19 | 600 |
| 6 | 24 | 800 |
| 8 | 41 | 1400 |
| 10 | 70 | 2000 |
| 12 | 89 | 2500 |
Description
Orion 500 represents a modern approach to traditional sailing rope design, combining proven polyester construction with contemporary aesthetics through trendy and fresh colour options that appeal to style-conscious sailors. This versatile rope features a robust polyester core wrapped in a durable polyester cover, delivering reliable performance characteristics whilst offering enhanced visual appeal for modern sailing applications.
Available in four medium diameters from 6mm to 12mm with maximum breaking loads ranging from 800 to 2500 daN, Orion 500 accommodates comprehensive sailing requirements for medium-sized vessels and substantial rigging applications. The weight progression from 24g/m to 89g/m reflects the robust construction necessary for reliable performance whilst maintaining manageable handling characteristics.
The advanced polyester cover construction ensures exceptional ease of splicing, allowing sailors to create professional terminations and custom rigging solutions with minimal effort. This splicing advantage makes Orion 500 particularly valuable for sailors who prefer to customise their rigging systems or require frequent modifications to accommodate different sailing configurations and seasonal changes.
The modern colour palette provides sailors with aesthetic options that complement contemporary boat designs whilst maintaining the practical performance characteristics essential for halyards, sheets, and control line applications. This combination of style and substance, along with the comprehensive diameter range, makes Orion 500 the ideal choice for sailors seeking reliable performance with modern visual appeal across their complete rigging requirements.
