The core is made of 100% UHMWPE fiber, and the outer sheath is nylon or polyester. It meets the safety factor of 7:1 in accordance with EN1492-2 and GB/T8521-2. 

It is 8-10times lighter than high-quality steel. Specific gravity (g/cm³): 0.97 (floats on water). 

Elongation at working load limit (W.L.L.) is ~0.5%, with a capacity up to 3500 tons. 

Length can reach 50 meters. 

Operating temperature range: -50°C to +70°C. 

Weight reduction: 80% lighter than steel wire ropes; 60% lighter than polyester round (and rope) slings. 

It has good acid and alkali resistance.