{"product_id":"epissure-terminaison-amarre-polyamide-8-torons","title":"Splicing and termination for an 8-strand polyamide mooring line","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis option allows you to choose the\u0026nbsp;\u003cstrong\u003etermination for an 8-strand polyamide mooring line\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDepending on your setup, we can add a Dyneema whipping, create a spliced eye or produce a spliced eye with a thimble. These finishes provide a ready-to-use mooring line tailored to your boat and mooring system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis service is available exclusively for our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/gorillaropes.com\/en\/collections\/amarres-bateau\/products\/amarre-polyamide-8-torons\"\u003e8-strand polyamide mooring line\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCompatible rope\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/gorillaropes.com\/en\/collections\/amarres-bateau\/products\/amarre-polyamide-8-torons\"\u003e8-strand polyamide mooring line\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThanks to its elasticity, polyamide effectively absorbs the shock loads caused by the movement of the boat, wind and waves. Its 8-strand construction provides excellent flexibility, makes the rope easy to stow and allows custom spliced eyes to be created.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAvailable termination options\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDyneema whipping\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis finish secures the end of the mooring line and prevents the strands from unravelling. It is suitable when the end needs to remain free, be secured with a knot or be made fast directly to a cleat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlain spliced eye\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe splice forms a loop directly in the mooring line without using a knot. It allows the line to be placed quickly over a cleat, mooring bitt or bollard. When correctly made, a splice retains more of the rope’s strength than a knot and creates a clean, durable termination.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpliced eye with thimble fitting\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe thimble selected by the customer is fitted inside the spliced eye to maintain its shape and protect the rope against chafe and crushing. This finish is suitable for connecting the mooring line to a shackle, chain, ring or another attachment point.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe thimble is not included in the price of this service.\u003c\/strong\u003e It must be added separately to the basket in a size compatible with the diameter of the mooring line.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eChoosing the right thimble\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/gorillaropes.com\/en\/collections\/matelotage-entretien\/products\/cosse-en-nylon\"\u003eNylon thimble\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLightweight and corrosion-resistant, the nylon thimble protects the inside of the eye without adding a metal component. It is suitable for installations requiring a lightweight and economical solution.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/gorillaropes.com\/en\/collections\/matelotage-entretien\/products\/cosse-en-inox\"\u003eStainless-steel thimble\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe more rigid stainless-steel thimble provides excellent protection against crushing and chafe. It is particularly suitable for heavily loaded connections involving a shackle, chain or metal ring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChoose a thimble that matches the diameter of the mooring line and add it to the basket with the splicing service. We will fit it directly into the eye when making the splice in our workshop.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eChoosing the correct diameter option\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eØ10 mm and below:\u003c\/strong\u003e select the “Ø ≤ 10 mm” option.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbove 10 mm:\u003c\/strong\u003e select the “Ø \u0026gt; 10 mm” option.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis distinction accounts for the time required to complete the work and, for versions with a thimble, the thimble size required for the diameter of the mooring line ordered.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eImportant:\u003c\/strong\u003e this service must be ordered with the corresponding 8-strand polyamide mooring line. The termination is made directly in our workshop before shipping.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFor each splice, add 1 metre to the required usable length of the mooring line.\u003c\/strong\u003e For example, to obtain a finished mooring line approximately 12 m long with a spliced eye, order 13 m of rope.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you require a splice at both ends, order two splicing services and add 2 metres to the required usable length. Please also specify the internal length of each eye in the order comments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the difference between a plain eye and an eye with a thimble?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA plain eye remains flexible and is particularly suitable for placing the mooring line over a cleat, mooring bitt or bollard. A thimble stiffens and protects the inside of the eye when it is connected to a shackle, chain, ring or metal fitting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy choose a splice instead of a knot?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA splice forms a compact loop directly in the rope and retains more of its strength than a knot. It also avoids creating a bulky termination at the end of the mooring line.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat size will the eye be?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe make the eye to the internal length you specify. Please provide this measurement in the order comments. Contact us before ordering if you require a particularly large eye or a special configuration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs the thimble included in the price of the splice?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. The price of the service includes making the splice and fitting the thimble. The nylon or stainless-steel thimble must be added separately to the basket in a size compatible with the diameter of the mooring line.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShould I choose a nylon or stainless-steel thimble?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA nylon thimble is lightweight, economical and corrosion-resistant. A stainless-steel thimble is more rigid and provides better resistance to crushing for heavily loaded connections involving a shackle, chain or metal ring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow do I choose the correct thimble size?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe thimble must match the diameter of the mooring line ordered. Select the appropriate diameter directly on the nylon or stainless-steel thimble product page.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow do I choose the correct diameter option?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor a mooring line with a diameter of 10 mm or less, choose the “Ø ≤ 10 mm” option. For a mooring line with a diameter greater than 10 mm, choose the “Ø \u0026gt; 10 mm” option.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy do I need to add 1 metre of rope per splice?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaking the eye requires additional rope to form the loop and gradually splice the strands back into the rope. This metre must be added to the required usable length.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow do I order a splice at both ends?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOrder two splicing services corresponding to the diameter of the mooring line and add 2 metres to the required usable length. Specify the internal length of both eyes in the order comments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan this service be ordered separately?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. This option must be ordered with our 8-strand polyamide mooring line. 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