Saturn 12

Features

• Made with Dyneema® fiber
• New Samthane Type E coating increases residual strength as much as 15–20%
• Improved performance over other standard HMPE ropes
• Replaces wire rope size for size at 1/7th the weight
• A torque-free, flexible, and easy to handle construction
• Easy to inspect and splice in the field
• Floats

Applications

• Ship-assist lines
• Rig tow lines
• Tractor tug winch main lines/pendants
• Face and wing wires for push tugs

Saturn-12 represents the next generation in Samson’s 12-strand working lines made with Dyneema® Fiber Saturn-12 has an enhanced coating that improves abrasion resistance and increases residual strength as much as 15–20% when compared with other HMPE lines and their conventional coatings.

Saturn-12’s light weight, high strength, and low stretch makes it ideal for quick, efficient connections and controlled response. Saturn-12 has been tested in extreme conditions and is proven to provide a longer service life while reducing costs when compared to standard HMPE ropes available today.

A compliment to other Samson working lines like AmSteel®-Blue and Quantum-12, Saturn-12 is recommended for tug working lines on drums and as a pendant in ship-assist work. It is not recommended for use on H-bitts, capstans, or cleats due to its very low coefficient of friction.

Tech Specs

Specific Gravity:
.98 (floats)

Elastic Elongation Percentage:
At % of break strength
10%: 0.46%
20%: 0.70%
30%: 0.96%

Splicing Procedures Required:
Saturn-12 (Modified)
TUCK-BURY SPLICE