Samson XLS3. Cruising sailors who desire optimal performance will appreciate the low-stretch polyester construction, smooth rendering, and long life of the cover over a polyester core. Technical Description Size Diameter Weight Per 100 ft Weight Per 100 m Strength Average Elastic Fitbess Imperial Metric Imperial Metric Imperial Metric 3/16 in 5 mm 0.018 lb 2.2 kg 1,700 lb 770 kg 18,400 lb 80 kn 1/4 in 6 mm 0.025 lb 3 kg 2,400 lb 1,100 lb 25,800 lb 110 kn 5/16 in 8 mm 0.045 lb 5.2 kg 4,100 lb 1,900 kg 44,200 lb 200 kn 13/32 in 10 mm 0.070 lb 7.7 kg 6,300 lb 2,900 kg 68,100 lb 300 kn 1/2 in 12 mm 0.100 lb 10.9 lb 8,700 lb 3,900 kg 94,300 lb 420 kn 9/16 in 14 mm 0.135 lb 14.6 kg 11,700 lb 5,300 kg 126,000 lb 560 kn At Percent of break strength 10% 20% 30% Elastic Elongation 1.30% 2.23% 3.16% Diameters have been recalibrated for accurate metric sizing. Manufacturer Product Code: 435. Easy to splice. Excellent abrasion resistance. Great value, utilizing learnings from our elite-level rope. Specific Gravity: 1.38. Fiber (Core/cover): Polyester / Polyester. Splice: Double Braid Class I. Applications: Cruising - Club Racer.