Samson Tenex 12-Strand Rigging Rope 600' (Red)
Samson Tenex 12-Strand Rigging Rope 600' (Red)
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Description
FULL PULL ROPE / SAMSON TENEX
Low-stretch rope. Straightforward splicing.
Samson Tenex™ combines a 12-strand polyester construction with a protective Samthane coating for strength, abrasion resistance and easy splicing. Choose a red 600 ft spool in the diameter that fits your rigging, pulling or utility application.
12-strand polyester
Single-braid construction with a firm feel and low stretch.
Samthane-coated
Coating helps resist abrasion and snagging during use.
Easy field splicing
Uses Samson’s 12-Strand Class I splice instructions.
How to order
- Choose your diameter in the Size selector: 1/4", 3/8", 1/2" or 3/4".
- Each option is a 600 ft spool in red. Set Quantity to the number of spools you need.
- Check the selected option for current pricing and availability. Shipping charges are calculated at checkout.
Need another color? Additional colors are available by request with a 4–6 week lead time. Email sales@fullpullrope.com to confirm your color and order details.
Tenex specifications
The chart covers the four sizes offered on this page. Strength values are Samson’s published spliced breaking strengths for Tenex, product code 826.
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| Nominal diameter (in. / mm) |
Spool length |
Rope weight (lb / 100 ft) |
Average break strength (lb) |
Minimum break strength (lb) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1/4" / 6 mm | 600 ft | 2.1 | 3,400 | 3,100 |
| 3/8" / 9 mm | 600 ft | 3.9 | 6,300 | 5,700 |
| 1/2" / 12 mm | 600 ft | 8.0 | 12,500 | 11,300 |
| 3/4" / 18 mm | 600 ft | 17.2 | 24,400 | 22,000 |
Breaking strength is not a working load limit. Select a suitable design factor for the application and account for rope condition, terminations, bends and dynamic loading. See the Rope Users Guide before use.
Source: Samson Tenex specifications, checked October 12, 2026. Inch and metric diameters are shown as published by Samson. Rope weights exclude spool and packaging.
Stretch under load
Samson publishes the following elastic elongation for Tenex:
- 1.40% at 10% of breaking strength
- 2.30% at 20% of breaking strength
- 3.00% at 30% of breaking strength
Selection, splicing & inspection
Confirm that the rope, splice and hardware are suitable for your intended load and application. Follow Samson’s applicable 12-Strand Class I splicing instructions. Inspect the rope before use and follow the Tenex Inspection & Retirement Guide when deciding whether to repair or retire it.
Product resources
Need help choosing a size?
Email sales@fullpullrope.com with your application, required diameter, quantity and any special color request.
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