NOW AVAILABLE! New option on pullers-
AMSTEEL BLUE® by Samson Rope.
Amsteel Blue® FAQ
Note: As of 12/15/09 Amsteel Blue is a new option on our pullers. Our website will gradually be updated with information. Until we know the actual demand for Amsteel, our regular cable pullers take top priority. So, there may be delays in shipping the Amsteel.
¤ I don’t believe a "rope" could be stronger than cable. Is it really?
¤ What models do you offer with Amsteel Blue?
¤ What do the new pullers weigh?
¤ Why are the prices so much higher than cable?
¤ Can I buy them at a better price from one of your suppliers?
¤ Since Amsteel Blue is so much stronger than cable, why not use ¼”?
¤ Is 35 feet the longest you can get on the puller?
¤ Can you notify me of future new products that you may offer via email?
- What is Amsteel Blue?
- Amsteel Blue® is an amazing synthetic rope that is stronger than cable, but so light that it floats. This is not your typical poly rope – it is constructed of a 12-strand, single-braid, 100% Dyneema® SK-75 fiber with Samthane coating. The average strength of 5/16" Amsteel Blue® is 13,700 lbs.! The manufacturer of the rope is Samson Rope, located in the state of Washington. For more information on Amsteel Blue® you can go to their website (www.samsonrope.com) or simply search the internet.
- Amsteel Blue® is…
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- Stronger, yet lighter than cable.
- So lightweight it floats.
- Totally flexible.
- Easy on your hands – it has no wire wickers.
- Greaseless.
- Impervious to rust or kinking.
- Resistant to permanent smashing.
- Whiplash-free. (does not store energy, cannot whiplash if broken)
- Safe – this rope does not conduct electricity.
- Lightweight – it reduces the overall weight of The More Power Puller®!
- I don’t believe a "rope" could be stronger than cable. Is it really?
- Yes. Not that we don’t trust the manufacturer of the ropes own test results, but we had our own tests done at a certified lab in Columbus, Ohio to see how it performed on The More Power Puller®. The answer is still yes, it is stronger than cable.
- What size do you use?
- 5/16”
- What models do you offer with Amsteel Blue?
- 3 ton with 35 feet (Model # 3-35-A-SLT) and a 2 ton with 20 feet (Model # 2-20-A-SLT). At this time, we are only offering them with the safety latches.
- What are the prices?
- Go to our Prices & On-line Orders page for the prices.
- What do the new pullers weigh?
- 3-35-A-SLT, with box and all, it is 23.2# Without tackle block on rope, it is 19.2#.
2-20-A-SLT, with box and all, it is 21.8# Without tackle block on rope, it is 19.2#. - Why are the prices so much higher than cable?
- Because the Amsteel Blue cost us much more than cable. It also takes a considerable amount more time to do the splices, etc.
- Can I buy them at a better price from one of your suppliers?
- Possibly, but we have only had a chance to notify a very few suppliers about the new option.
- I already own The More Power Puller and would like to replace the cable with Amsteel Blue. Do you offer replacement rope?
- Yes. It comes in either 20’ or 35’ with the end hook (w/safety latch) spliced on the rope. Note: The 35’ length of rope will only fit on the reel hubs that are 1 ½”, not the older 2” hubs. The reel attachment (part # RF) is not 100% installed. Please go to our documents section for the installation directions, and soon to be pictures of the process. We will gladly install the rope for you here at our factory in Newark, Ohio at no charge.
- Since Amsteel Blue is so much stronger than cable, why not use ¼”?
- Safety. After the rope goes around our reel hub its strength is reduced.
- Is 35 feet the longest you can get on the puller?
- Yes. It actually has 37 feet, but we loose about 2 feet of “use” with the splices.
- Can you notify me of future new products that you may offer via email?
- Sure, just let us know. FYI: Your email would only be used for this purpose.
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