What is the cable construction?
The core strength member is made up of 16 parallel bundles of PBO, tension balanced to optimize alignment for enhanced fatigue, stiffness, and strength. Proprietary technology is utilized to allow for marginal bending around the specially designed spreader tip adapters. During production, the cables are additionally put under tension to maximize fiber alignment.

What is cable's jacket material and process?
POWERLITE PBO Rigging uses a proprietary blend of synthetics to create a jacket that will resist abrasion, cuts, light, and moisture. Similar materials have proven successful in outdoor applications for over 25 years. The jacket is melted and extruded over the fiber core during the manufacturing process.

What is the minimum bend radius?
POWERLITE PBO Rigging should only take a permanent bend around the specially designed spreader tip adapters. The remaining rigging should be linear under normal circumstances. When coiling for transport, the rigging can be stored in a 2' coil.

What are the fittings made of?
The primary component of the terminal is 6061-T6 Aircraft Grade aluminum, hard coated to provide the highest corrosion resistance possible. The mast/deck mating connections are made from 316 Stainless Steel.

Will POWERLITE PBO Rigging stretch over time?
Stretch over time is referred to as "creep". Although all materials have creep, high modulus materials such as PBO have exceptionally small movements that are negligible when tensioned and used properly.