Pelican Rope The Ape Tree Rigging Rope - 5/8" - 17,000 lbs MBS
The Ape by Pelican Rope is a premium double-braid polyester tree rigging rope engineered for professional arborists. With a minimum breaking strength of 17,000 lbs, this 5/8" diameter rope handles heavy limb and trunk lowering with confidence. The double-braid construction provides excellent grip, minimal stretch, and superior abrasion resistance for demanding tree work applications.
Key Features
- Double-braid polyester construction
- 17,000 lbs minimum breaking strength
- 5/8" diameter
- Low stretch for controlled lowering operations
- Excellent abrasion resistance for bark and hardware contact
- Firm hand for easy rigging and knot tying
- High visibility colors
- Made in the USA by Pelican Rope
Applications
Professional tree rigging, limb lowering, trunk sections, crane-assisted tree removal, and heavy-duty arborist rigging where high strength and low stretch are critical for controlled operations.
Specifications — Pelican Rope The Ape Tree Rigging Rope 5/8"
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Diameter | 5/8" (15.9mm) |
| Construction | Double Braid |
| Cover | 100% Polyester with Urethane Coating |
| Core | 100% Polyester |
| Minimum Breaking Strength | 17,000 lbs |
| Weight | 20.48 lbs per 100ft |
| Stretch | Low Stretch |
| Features | Torque Free, Abrasion Resistant, UV Protected |
| Available Lengths | 150ft & 200ft hanks, 600ft spools |
Product Specifications
Every product includes Working Load Limit (WLL), manufacturer traceability code, and country of origin. For per-variant dimensions and detailed spec charts, see the Related Items tab (if this product has multiple sizes) or the Spec Sheet PDF linked in the Description tab.
Available on request
- Test certificate — proof-test certificate tied to manufacturer traceability code (rigging hardware, chain, wire rope; slings ship with a capacity tag).
- Mill certificate — raw material chemistry and mechanical properties (hardware / chain / wire rope only).
- DNV / ABS / NORSOK documentation for offshore or subsea applications.
- Custom configurations — non-standard lengths, colors, hardware combinations.
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Standards & Compliance
Every product we carry is individually marked with Working Load Limit (WLL), manufacturer traceability code, and country of origin. Inspection and mill certificates are available on request — email sales@slingcenter.com with your order number.
Governing Standards
- ASME B30.9 — slings (web, round, wire rope, chain) inspection and use
- ASME B30.26 — rigging hardware (shackles, eye bolts, links, turnbuckles)
- ASME B30.10 — hooks
- OSHA 1910.184 and 1926.251 — general industry and construction sling safety
- WSTDA WS-2 and RS-1 — web and round sling design
- 49 CFR 393.102 to 393.130 — DOT cargo tie-down
- NACM — welded steel chain grade specs
Inspection & Safety
Before every use: visual check for cracks, corrosion, distortion, wear, and illegible markings. Annually (minimum): documented periodic inspection by a trained inspector. Remove from service at first sign of damage. Never repair rigging hardware by welding, heating, or bending.
WARNING: Improper use of rigging can cause death or serious injury. Never exceed the rated Working Load Limit. Apply derating for side-loading, elevated temperature, or chemical exposure. Final application decisions must be made by a Qualified Person per OSHA 1926.32(m).
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