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KM III Max
Static ropes
KM III Max is an excellent choice for heavy exposure fixed lines, big wall hauling, caving, and a variety of rescue applications. Due to its well-balanced, low rotation and abrasion resistant design and its unique twill pattern polyester cover, it is perfect for work placement, photography and smooth descents.
9.5mm
11mm
13mm
9.5mm
11mm
13mm
Black/Yellow
Orange
Black
Black/Yellow
Black
Black/Yellow
Tech Specs
Features
TPT construction
Exceptional abrasion resistance
Specifications
Standards: EN 1891B (9.5 mm), EN 1891A (9.5, 11,12 mm), NFPA 2500 (1983)
Core: nylon (polyamide)
Cover: polyester
Braid: 32
Pattern: Twill Pattern Technology (TPT)
CE Test Results per EN 1891
| Ø | Weight | Shrinkage | Elongation | Min. Breaking Strength: Free length | Min. Breaking Strength: Sewn | Cover | Testresult | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| mm | inch | g/m | lbs/100 | % | % | daN | lbf | daN | lbf | % | |
| 9.5 | 3/8 | 60 | 4.03 | 5 | 1.8 | 2800 | 6290 | 1895 | 4260 | 43.8 | CE Test Result per EN 1891 |
| 11 | 7/16 | 91 | 6.12 | 5 | 2.1 | 3330 | 7485 | 3085 | 6935 | 55.5 | CE Test Result per EN 1891 |
| 13 | 1/2 | 116.9 | 7.86 | 5 | 1.8 | 4330 | 9730 | 3680 | 8265 | 47.4 | CE Test Result per EN 1891 |
NFPA Test Results
| Ø | Elongation | number of Falls | Testresult | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| mm | inch | at 1.35 kN (%) | at 2.7 kN (%) | at 4.4 kN (%) | average | |
| 9.5 | 3/8 | 2 | 5 | 8 | Technical use | NFPA Test Results |
| 11 | 7/16 | 2.2 | 4.4 | 6.8 | Technical use | NFPA Test Results |
| 13 | 1/2 | 1.4 | 2.7 | 4.5 | Technical use | NFPA Test Results |
KM III Max features the same great construction as our standard KM III but with the added feature of our TPT construction. This results in a smoother cover that reduces drag and creates increased fine control on descents. The smooth, low profile sheath allows for faster ascending and the reduced drag makes this rope perfect as a backup line.
KM III Max is a static rope that is perfectly suited for big wall hauling or caving as well as for fixed line installations. The smooth polyester cover with the twill pattern design creates an incredibly smooth cover with higher tensile strengths. It also adds superior handling characteristics and makes the rope highly abrasion resistant.
Our KM III Max is certified to EN and NFPA and is available in 3/8”, 7/16” and 1/2” (9.5mm, 11mm and 12.7mm) and in standard lengths ranging from 100’ (30m) to over a mile (>1600m). Custom lengths are available upon request.
Features
- Twill pattern cover design
- Very high abrasion resistance
- 32-strand cover for optimum cover/core ratio
- Polyester cover over polyamide core
- Excellent UV protection
- Perfect for long rappels or as a backup line
- Well suited as a hauling or tag line in multi-pitch climbs
Made in the USA! These cords are proudly made by expert crafts men and women in our US facility located in Fall River, Massachusetts.
Downloads
MAXIM Catalog 2022
User instruction Kernmantle ropes
Challenge Course Catalog 2021
