Q. What are the uses of nylon ropes?

There are many uses of nylon ropes. The strongest rope currently in use is nylon. Because it can stretch and then return to its original length it is useful for cushioning shock loads during lifting or towing. It may last many times longer than natural fibres and has high abrasion resistance. Additionally it is resistant to most chemicals and oil. Similar to manila nylon resists sun-induced UV degradation well. Bow-to-stern tugging hawsers surging lines security lines coiled - coil cables vessel falls dump hammer ropes target tow ropes fishing cords and commercial slings are all excellent uses for nylon.