Blocked splice on HMPE / Dyneema® braid: the step-by-step tutorial

HMPE/Dyneema® is renowned for its exceptional performance in nautical applications: high strength, low elongation, excellent UV and abrasion resistance. But to take full advantage of these qualities, the right termination technique must be used.
Today we present our video tutorial for making a locked splice on a single HMPE/Dyneema® braid – a safe, durable and easy-to-implement finish.

Why choose the blocked splice?

Unlike the simple splice , which retains more than 95% of the rope's strength but must be secured with stitches, the locked splice self-locks and remains stable even without tension.
It is therefore the ideal technique when:

• The stitches are difficult to achieve

• The rope is subjected to regular cycles of tension and release

• We are looking for a compact, solid and aesthetic finish

Necessary material

To make a locked splice, you will need:

• A hollow HMPE/Dyneema® braid

• A long-eyed needle
  

• A marker

💡 Gorilla Ropes Tip : To extend the life of the splice, protect the friction area with a polyester, Dyneema® or Technora® sheath.

The advantages of the blocked splice

• ✅ No sewing required

• ✅ Self-locking : does not come undone even when not in use

• ✅ >95% of resistance retained

• ✅ Professional aesthetics and compact finish

The complete video tutorial

📹 Watch the step-by-step tutorial to make your blocked splice on a single HMPE/Dyneema® braid: