CHOOSING THE CORRECT ANCHOR RODE
Advice on how to select the correct anchor line and chain rode for your boat.
Whitsunday Discount Marine recommends 3 strand nylon rope for anchor line due to its stretch and strength. Silver or polypropylene rope is not recommended.
Nylon 3 Strand:
1.4mm of rope diameter per meter of boat length
Chain length = boat length (preferable)
Chain diameter:
8mm anchor line: 6mm chain
10mm anchor line: 8mm chain
12mm anchor line: 8mm chain
14mm anchor line: 8mm chain
16mm to 20mm anchor line: 10mm chain
| COMPARISON OF BREAKING AND WORKING LOADS OF NYLON 3 STRAND ROPES | ||
| Rope Size |
Breaking Load
Kg
|
Working Load
Kg
|
| 8mm | 1,215 | 338 |
| 10mm | 1,872 | 520 |
| 12mm | 2,700 | 750 |
| 14mm | 3,690 | 1,025 |
| 16mm | 4,770 | 1,325 |
| 18mm | 6,030 | 1,675 |
| 20mm | 7,470 | 2,075 |
