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Sterling PowerCord Cordelette - 6mm

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I noticed that the impact force going from pounds force to kilonewtons...

By Ranked #156 - Climbing Accessories and Training June 24, 2009

I noticed that the impact force going from pounds force to kilonewtons does not add up in the item description. 4800 lbf should be about 21.4 kN, not 7.2 kN. So what is the correct breaking strength for this cord, 21.4 kN or 7.2 kN?

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By Ranked #27 - Climbing Accessories and Training June 25, 2009

That is a good question. Usually the tensile (static) strength is in lbf. and the breaking (dynamic) strength is in kN. Since this is a static cord the breaking strength is weaker because this should be used only for static conditions (anchors, etc). I think i am right, hope this helps!

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Tech Specs:

Thickness:
6mm 
Type:
Accessory cord 
Length:
25ft, 7.6m 
Dry:
No 
Sheath Construction:
Single-pick 
Impact Force:
(breaking strength) 4800lb, 7.2kN 
Elongation:
Low 
Center Mark:
No 
Falls:
N/A 
Recommended Use:
Climbing anchors 
Weight:
7.4oz 
Warranty:
1 Year 
Country of Origin:
Afghanistan 

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