High and Low Temperature Performance
Engineered to withstand elevated temperatures
Dyneema® fiber is used in a variety of applications and environments, with broad ranges in temperature and loading conditions. Dyneema® SK78 can withstand extreme temperature fluctuations – making it equally suitable for use in the Arctic as in the Middle East. In addition, Avient’s proprietary temperature model allows for accurate prediction of rope core temperatures in high ambient temperares and/or severe use conditions. Modelling rope core temperature behavior proves the suitability of Dyneema® SK78 in Middle East mooring conditions.
FAQs
Q: What temperature conditions can Dyneema® SK78 withstand?
A: Dyneema® fiber is scientifically proven to perform very well from -40°C to 70°C, with short-term exposure up to 100°C not causing any serious loss in performance. This is well within the operating temperatures of vessel mooring lines
Q: Is the temperature performance of Dyneema® SK78 fiber affected by use in a line?
A: While individual fibers lose some strength at elevated temperatures, line strength does not deteriorate to the same degree.
Q: Can lines made with Dyneema® SK78 be used in high ambient temperatures?
A: Avient has invested in a temperature model that can predict rope core temperatures as a function of ambient temperature and load conditions. Contact us for further details.
Q: Can lines made with Dyneema® SK78 withstand extreme cold?
A: Moisture does not affect rope stiffness or strength of Dyneema® fiber – making it suitable for use in cryogenic temperatures. For this reason, Dyneema® fiber is used in hoses designed for liquefied natural gas (LNG) transfer at -162°C.
Whitepaper ‘Selecting the right fiber for mooring lines’
For more information on the exceptional tension fatigue properties delivered by Dyneema® SK78, download our new whitepaper. Convince your organization that it’s time to change to mooring lines with Dyneema® SK78.
Infographic ‘Selecting the right fiber for mooring lines’
Convince your organization that it’s time to change to mooring lines with Dyneema® SK78, download the infographic and share it internally.
Paper ‘Mooring line performance in warm climate and dynamic conditions’
Learn more about how Dyneema® SK78 is engineered to overcome extreme mooring conditions both in terms of load and temperature.
Work smarter. Choose Dyneema® SK78
To read more about what gives mooring lines made with Dyneema® SK78 their superior service life and exceptional performance, click on the proof points below.
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Abrasion Resistance
Ropes with Dyneema® have up to 4 times longer rope abrasion lifetime. Discover more. -
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High and Low Temperature Performance
Ropes with Dyneema® are engineered to withstand elevated temperatures. Discover more. -
Low Environmental Footprint
Ropes with Dyneema® have the lowest carbon footprint per unit strength. Discover more.
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Case study: Dyneema® fiber does double duty to tow and tie up stricken Modern Express
High strength, lightweight ropes made with Dyneema® tow and tie up stricken Modern Express. Read the story. -
Case study: Lines made with Dyneema® still going strong
Mooring rope made with Dyneema® fiber proves reliable and durable - even after 10 years of use. -
Case study: MV Benita
Strong and light weight ropes made with Dyneema® helped to refloat bulk carrier MV Benita. Read more! -
Case study: Switching to Samson Amsteel®-Blue ropes made with Dyneema® SK78
No incidents in two years with AmSteel®-Blue ropes made with Dyneema®. Read the case study. -
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Renowned and certified
Dyneema® SK78 fiber is renowned for its quality, consistency and performance. This has resulted in an Approval of Manufacturing Certificate by DNV GL, and in a Notification for Approval of Filament by ClassNK. If you want to know more about our certifications, please contact us.
