What sizes of paracord are there?
All sizes of paracord (95, 275, 325, 425, 550, 750, and Para-Max) are available in these lengths: 10 feet, 25 feet, 50 feet, 100 feet, and 250 Feet.
What is the difference between 550 and 1100 paracord?
Designed to be durable and strong, the 1100 Paracord is for extra heavy-duty jobs at camp or in the field. The 5.5 mm, 16-strand construction makes it double the strength of our 550 Paracord. It’s tough cordage that offers less stretch – ideal for securing shelter and gear.
What size paracord should I get?
To make it simpler: If you want to have some general purpose cord laying around or worn in a bracelet, go with standard #550 cord. If you foresee yourself using paracord for survival often and want to go with a higher strength product, go with Mil-Spec #750.
How many mm thick is 550 paracord?
550 Paracord 7 strand (5/32″ or 4.0mm)
What widths does paracord come in?
Paracord Sizes
- Nano Cord (0.03” or 0.75mm)
- Micro Cord (0.05” or 1.18mm)
- Micro 90 Paracord (0.05” or 1.2mm)
- 95 Paracord (0.07” or 1.75mm)
- 275 Paracord (0.09” or 2.38mm)
- 325 Paracord (0.12” or 3mm)
- 425 Paracord (0.12” or 3mm)
- 550 Paracord (0.16” or 4mm)
What is paramax cord?
Paramax Utility Cord is a beefier version of 550 paracord. As a kernmantle rope, it has a twisted nylon core with a 32-strand nylon sleeve. It is also very flexible compared to other rope materials. Paramax is a smooth braided rope that has a high abrasion resistance.
How thick is 550 paracord in inches?
Cord Size Comparison Chart
Type | Diameter | # of Strands |
---|---|---|
550 Paracord | 0.16″ (4mm) | 7 |
650 Coreless Paracord | 0.20″ (5mm) | 0 |
750 Paracord | 0.16″ (4mm) | 11 |
850 Paracord | 0.18″ (4.5mm) | 8 |
How strong is 3mm paracord?
Cord Size Comparison Chart
Type | Diameter | Strength |
---|---|---|
325 Paracord | 0.12″ (3mm) | 325 Pounds |
425 Paracord | 0.12″ (3mm) | 425 Pounds |
Cali Cord | 0.12″ (3mm) | 550 Pounds |
550 Paracord | 0.16″ (4mm) | 550 Pounds |