Edelrid Kite 9.2mm PS DS TS

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The Edelrid Kite 9.2mm is a single rope for those pushing the limits of sport climbing grades. It is light in weight, small in diameter and has a great feel to it. Being part of the Edelrid Pro line the Kite has all the best treatments applied to it, the Pro Shield and Dry Shield mean that dust and grit are repelled as well as water and the Thermo Shield makes for the classic Edelrid handling properties of durability and suppleness.

NOT Suitable for working routes or top roping

Details:

• Diameter - 9.2 mm
• Rope Type - Single
• Weight - 56 g/m
• Sheath Proportion - 43%
• Number of falls - 5-6
• Impact Force - 8.6 kN
• Dynamic Elongation - 31%
• Static Elongation - 9.0%
• Sheath Slippage - 0 mm

Rope Key: 

PS = Pro Shield - With the Pro Shield finish every single core and sheath yarn is covered with a synthetic fluoropolymer coating that is stable and non-toxic.  The microscopic (10-9 m) fluoropolymer particles are bonded to the yarns by an electro-chemical process forming an impermeable protective layer.  This both reduces the friction between the individual yarns and increases the sliding properties of these yarns, which substantially improves the rope’s loading properties.  This helps the rope to withstand the external forces (falls) exerted upon it during climbing.  Additionally, the rope is well protected against moist and dirty conditions

DS = Dry Shield - Dry Shield is a chemical finish for the sheath yarns. The finish is resistant to washing- out, providing a long lasting oleo and hydrophobic coating that keeps water, oily substances and dirt off the fibers.  Together with the Thermo Shield treatment, the Dry Shield optimizes handling, abrasion resistance and performance.  This all helps to improve the lifespan of the rope.

TS = Thermo Shield - The Thermo Shield treatment has been in use at EDELRID for more than 20 years. Thermo Shield is a thermal stabilizing process for the rope that gives it the famous EDELRID handling characteristics and feel.  The rope undergoes a heat treatment cure to stabilize and harmonize the individual yarns. This treatment cannot be washed out and ensures a supple rope throughout its working life