


Polypropylene cord for knitting in diameter 5 mm - ideal solution for knitting bags, baskets and
Products made of polypropylene cord can be washed in the machine, they are very pleasant to the touch, hold their shape well, and dust mites do not breed in them. Works made from such cord are distinguished by wear resistance, brightness, and originality. The cord has a characteristic shine, which adds a touch of sophistication and originality to the product.
A wide range of colors is available to embody your ideas - VIEW COLORS
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Polypropylene cords are characterized by buoyancy and minimal water absorption, resistance to alkalis and acids, ultraviolet radiation, non-hygroscopic, have a characteristic shine.
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| resistant to chemicals | not afraid of water | affordable price |
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| for design | for industrial and household needs |
Features
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Polyamide (kapron) | Polypropylene | Polyester (Lavsan) | Cotton |
| Density | 1.14 g/cm3 | 0.91 g/cm3 | 1.38 g/cm3 | 1.50 g/cm3 |
| Softening temperature | 170 °C | 140 °C | 225 °C | |
| Melting temperature | 215 °С | 165 °С | 260 °С | |
| Elongation at break | up to 50% | up to 30% | up to 30% | Up to 30% |
| Wet breaking load | loss up to 15% (breaking load is restored upon drying) | does not lose | does not lose | increase up to 15% |
| Resistance to sunlight | Insufficient | Insufficient (when adding light stabilizers and dyes, they are resistant to light and atmospheric conditions and almost do not lose strength for a long time) | Good | Average |
| Resistance to temperature from –40 to +60 | Good | Insufficient | Good | |
| Resistance to acids | Insufficient | Good | Good | Damaged |
| Resistance to alkalis | Good (damaged in hot alkalis) | Good | Fair (damaged in concentrated and hot alkalis) | Damaged |
| Resistance to microorganisms (rot, mold) | Good | Good | Good | Prone to rot |
| Insects | Not edible | Not edible | Not edible | |
| Fire | Hardly flammable | Hardly flammable | Hardly flammable | Highly flammable (does not emit harmful substances when burned) |
| Flexibility | Good | Sufficient (decreases at negative temperatures) | Good | Good |
| Energy absorption capacity | High | Sufficient | Good | |
| Resistance to shock loads (jerks) | Good | Sufficient | Sufficient | |
| Electrostatic properties | Dielectric | Dielectric | Dielectric | Dielectric |
| Moisture absorption | 4% | 0% | 0.4% | 8.5% |