1AR78 is DSM Dyneema®SK78 single braid that is coated with a protective finish prior to braiding.
SK78 is a high strength and minimal creep fiber that offers no water uptake. SK78 offers a better strength and creep option compared to SK75. It is a great option when looking for a light weight line that exhibits a great strength to weight ratio and is considered the industry standard in performance line.
Applications Include: Backstays, halyards, purchase systems, strops, lashings
| AR78 | ||||||||||
| Diameter (mm) | 1.8 | 2.5 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 8 | 9.5 | 11 | 12.5 |
| Diameter (in) | 5/64 | 3/32 | 1/8 | 5/32 | 3/16 | 1/4 | 5/16 | 3/8 | 7/16 | 1/2 |
| Breaking Strength (lbs) | 750 | 1250 | 2175 | 4500 | 5175 | 7650 | 13750 | 15250 | 25500 | 31250 |
| Weight (lbs/100ft) | 0.16 | 0.25 | 0.35 | 0.65 | 0.85 | 1.18 | 2.19 | 2.87 | 3.89 | 5.15 |
