≥ 430–977 NBreaking strength by construction
40–120 TPMTwist level range
100% dielectricNon-metallic replacement for steel rip wires
4 constructions1000D×2 to 1500D×3
Product description
RC rip cords are twisted, plied para-aramid constructions providing controlled, repeatable sheath opening. High breaking force at low linear density, with full dielectric compatibility in non-metallic cable designs.
Typical designs
Sheath opening for indoor, outdoor and all-dielectric cable constructions; non-metallic replacement for steel rip wires.
Engineering note
Breaking strength of plied rip cord may vary with twist level, winding condition and package form. Rip cord performance shall be verified in the finished cable sheath construction.
Specifications
| Property | Unit | RC1000D/2 | RC1000D/3 | RC1500D/2 | RC1500D/3 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Construction | — | 1000D × 2 ply | 1000D × 3 ply | 1500D × 2 ply | 1500D × 3 ply |
| Linear density, spec. / typ. | dtex | 2200 ±5% / 2230 | 3300 ±5% / 3345 | 3340 ±5% / 3360 | 5010 ±5% / 5040 |
| Tenacity, spec. / typ. | cN/dtex | ≥ 19.5 / 20.5 | ≥ 19.5 / 20.5 | ≥ 19.5 / 20.5 | ≥ 19.5 / 20.5 |
| Breaking strength, spec. / typ. | N | ≥ 430 / 455 | ≥ 640 / 685 | ≥ 650 / 680 | ≥ 977 / 1033 |
| Elongation at break, spec. / typ. | % | 2.0–4.5 / 3.2 | 2.0–4.5 / 3.4 | 2.0–4.5 / 3.4 | 2.0–4.5 / 3.4 |
| Twist level, spec. / typ. | TPM | 60–120 / 80 | 60–120 / 70 | 60–120 / 70 | 40–100 / 60 |
| Oil pick-up, spec. / typ. | % | 0.8–1.8 / 1.0 | 0.8–1.8 / 1.0 | 0.8–1.8 / 1.0 | 0.8–1.8 / 1.0 |
Test methods: ASTM D1907 (linear density), ASTM D2256 (tensile), ASTM D1423 (twist), ASTM D2257 (oil pick-up). Other plies, deniers and twist levels available on request.
Supply documentation
- Product Data Sheet (TDS) with specification and typical values
- Certificate of Analysis (CoA) where applicable, with batch traceability
- Safety Data Sheet (SDS)
- Packing list and batch identification
- RoHS / REACH declarations where applicable