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TUFLEX BRAIDED ROUNDSLINGS

For multi-part heavy lifting, braided Tuflex roundslings offer you additional security.
Safety Built-In Features and Benefits
Maintains all the basic Tuflex features plus ...
Tuflex braids are made from three (6-Part), or four
(8-Part) individual Tuflex roundslings. Should one
of these component slings be damaged while in use,
the remaining undamaged slings will be able to assist
in safely returning the load to the ground.
Promotes Safety
Braided construction offers engineered safety.
Lightweight and more flexible than chain slings.
Saves Money
Large capacity slings are generally purchased for one
   major lift, then rarely used again. Braided Tuflex round-
   slings can be returned to us for disassembly, inspection,
   and re-tagging as individual slings.
braided tuflex roundslings
6-part flat braid offers wide-body for load stability.
Saves Time
Easy to transport and hook-up.
6 Part Flat Braid (B6E)
Part
No.
Color Rated Capacity (lbs.)* Min.
Length
(ft.)*
Approximate Measurements
Vertical
vertical roundslings
Choker
choker roundslings
Basket

basket roundslings
Weight
(lbs./ft.)
Std
Eye
Length
(EL)
(in.)

Width
at
Load
(W)
(in.)

Thickness
at Load
(in.)
Eye
Dia.
(ED)
(in.)
B6E30 Purple   6,700 5,300 13,400 4 1/2 0.8 15 3 1/4 3/4 1 3/4
B6E60 Green   13,500 10,800 27,000 5 1.2 15 3 3/4 1 1/8 2
B6E90 Yellow   21,400 17,100 42,800 5 1/2 1.6 15 4 1/4 1 1/4 2
B6E120 Tan   27,000 21,600 54,000 5 1/2 2.0 15 4 1/2 1 1/3 2 1/4
B6E150 Red   33,600 26,800 67,200 6 1/2 2.7 20 5 1/4 1 3/4 2 1/2
B6E180 White   42,800 34,200 85,600 7 3.2 20 5 1/2 2 2 3/4
B6E240 Blue   54,000 43,200 108,000 9 4.4 20 6 5/8 2 1/4 3 1/2
B6E360 Grey   80,800 64,600 161,600 9 1/2 6.5 30 8 1/4 2 1/2 4 1/4
B6E600 Brown   134,900 107,900 269,800 10 1/2 9.7 30 11 2 3/4 5
B6E800 Olive   168,500 134,800 337,000 13 12.0 30 12 4 5 1/4
B6E1000 Black   229,500 183,600 459,000 14 1/2 15.6 31 13 1/2 4 1/2 5 3/4
* Always protect roundslings from corners, edges, or protrusions. Refer to the Sling Protection section
below to choose the right protection product for your lift.

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6 Part Flat Braid (B6E) - PRICING
Part No.
Description
Price
B6E30X18
Purple 6 part Braided 18' Tuflex Poly Roundsling
B6E30X24
Purple 6 Part Braided 24' Tuflex Poly Roundsling
B6E60X6
Green 6 Part Braided 6' Tuflex Poly Roundsling
B6E60X8
Green 6 Part Braided 8' Tuflex Poly Roundsling
B6E90X12
Yellow 6 Part Braided 12' Tuflex Poly Roundsling
B6E120X5
Tan 6 Part Braided 5' Tuflex Poly Roundlsing
B6E120X6
Tan 6 Part Braided 6' Tuflex Poly Roundlsing
B6E150X6
Red 6 Part Braided 6' Tuflex Poly Roundlsing
B6E150X10
Red 6 Part Braided 10' Tuflex Poly Roundlsing
B6E150X45
Red 6 Part Braided 45' Tuflex Poly Roundlsing
B6E180X12
White 6 Part Braided 12' Tuflex Poly Roundlsing
B6E180X30
White 6 Part Braided 30' Tuflex Poly Roundlsing
B6E240X20
Blue 6 Part Braided 20' Tuflex Poly Roundlsing
B6E460X36
Orange 6 Part Braided 36' Tuflex Poly Roundlsing
B6E600X52
Brown 6 Part Braided 52' Tuflex Poly Roundlsing
B6E800X26
Olive 6 Part Braided 26' Tuflex Poly Roundlsing

braided tuflex roundslings ORDERING INFORMATION
Ordering length should be based on the sling at rest.
Braided Tuflex length tolerance is ±2"+5% of the
ordered length, with the sling at rest. At it's rated
capacity, braided Tuflex will stretch approximately 9%.
Always protect synthetic slings from
being cut or damaged on corners,
edges and protrusions by using protection
sufficient for each application.
Refer to Sling Protection in bottom of page
8 Part Round Braid (B8E)
Part No. Color Rated Capacity (lbs.)‡ Min.
Length
(ft.)*
Approximate Measurements
Vertical
Choker
Basket
Weight
(lbs./ft.)
Std
Eye
Length
(EL) (in.)
Width
at
Load
(W) (in.)
Thickness
at Load
(in.)
Eye
Dia.
(ED)
(in.)
B8E30 Purple   9,000 7,200 18,000 4 1/2 1 .1 1 5 3 1/2 1 1 3/4
B8E60 Green   18,000 14,400 36,000 5 1 .5 1 5 4 1 3/8 2
B86E90 Yellow   28,500 22,800 57,000 5 1/2 2 .2 1 5 4 3/4 1 5/8 2 1/2
B8E120 Tan   36,000 28,800 72,000 5 1/2 2 .6 1 5 5 1 3/4 2 1/2
B8E150 Red   44,900 35,900 89,800 6 1/2 3 .6 2 0 6 2 1/8 2 3/4
B8E180 White   57,100 45,600 114,200 7 4.1 2 0 6 1/4 2 1/2 3 1/4
B8E240 Blue   72,000 57,600 144,000 9 5.6 2 0 7 1/2 2 3/4 3 3/4
B8E360 Grey   107,800 86,200 215,600 9 1/2 8.3 3 0 9 1/2 3 1/4 4 1/2
B8E600 Brown   179,800 143,800 359,600 10 1/2 12.0 3 0 1 3 3 3/4 5 1/2
B8E800 Olive   224,500 179,600 449,000 13 16.0 3 0 13 1/2 4 1/2 6
B8E1000 Black   306,000 244,000 612,000 14 1/2 20.0 3 1 15 3/4 5 1/4 6 1/2

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8 Part Flat Braid (B8E) - PRICING
Part No.
Description
Price
B8E800X16
Olive 8 Part Braided 16' Tuflex Nyl/Poly Roundsling
B8E800X30
Olive 8 Part Braided 30' Tuflex Nyl/Poly Roundsling

THE TUFLEX DIFFERENCE
All Lift-All slings meet or exceed OSHA and ASME B30.9 standards and regulations.
What is a Tuflex Roundsling? • Extremely flexible, conforms to shape of load to
   grip securely.
• Tubular jacket protects load bearing yarns from
   UV degradation.
• Red core yarns provide added visual warning of
   sling damage.
• Color-coding provides positive sling capacity
   information.
It is an synthetic sling made from a skein (continuous loop
or hank) of polyester yarn covered by a double wall
tubular jacket. The roundsling body can also be compared
to sling webbing with the tubular jacket face yarns woven
without binder yarns; this allows the core yarns to move
independently within the jacket.
Tufhide™ Jacket on EN360 and Larger Slings
Saves Money
• Double-wall cover for greater sling life.
• The soft cover will not scratch the load surface.
• Conforms to shape of the load for reduced load
   damage.
• The cover is seamless with no sewn edges,
   preventing rupture which requires removal from
service.
• EN360 and larger Tuflex roundslings feature Tufhide
   wear-resistant nylon jacket for extra sling life.
• Tuff-Tag provides required OSHA information for the
   life of the sling.
Made from bulked nylon fibers, the double wall Tufhide
jacket offers better abrasion resistance for our larger
capacity Tuflex (EN360 and larger). In addition, Tufhide
reduces the heat buildup that can damage other high
capacity roundslings when used in a choker hitch.
Tuflex Roundslings
Features, Advantages and Benefits
Promotes Safety
• Light weight reduces fatigue and strain on riggers
• Synthetic materials won’t cut hands
• Consistent matched lengths for better multiple sling load
   control
• No loss of strength from abrasion to cover
• Tuff-Tag provides serial numbered identification for
   traceability
• Low stretch (about 3% at rated capacity)
• Synthetic web resists marring of the load.
• Good for low headroom lifts.
Saves Time
• Color-coded capacities for quick identification.
• Lightweight and pliable for easy rigging and storage.
• Independent core yarns choke tightly but release
   easily after use.
• Easy to store and carry.

Sling Protection
CUT AND WEAR PROTECTION
Selection of Sling Protection Products
Sling protection products need to be used in applications where sling
damage may occur. Cutting of synthetic slings during use is the number
one cause of sling accidents. A variety of factors influence sling
protection performance. Since no material is fully cut proof, a qualified
person must select materials and methods that adequately protect
slings from edges or surfaces. We can assist customers with their
product selections.
Cut Protection versus Wear Protection
Our sling protection products are divided into two categories, Cut Protection and Wear Protection. Cut Protection
Products are designed to improve workplace safety. When placed between slings and edges, cut protection products
act as a buffer to prevent sling cutting and to reduce bearing pressure levels at contact areas. Wear protection
products serve to extend sling life by reducing abrasive wear and prevent marring of the load surfaces.
The following table provides comparative sling protection performance for standard products.
Performance Rating: The bar graphs shown above reflect the comparative performance of Our Cut Protection
products against commonly used loose and sewn-on types of Wear Protection products.
Test Lift Qualification: To validate the suitability of sling protection products for each application, always
complete one or more test lifts in a non-consequence manner.
Technical Bulletin MS-10 available for additional information.

EFFECT OF SLING ANGLE
Using slings at an angle can become deadly if that angle is not taken into consideration when selecting the sling to
be used. The tension on each leg of the sling is increased as the angle of lift, from horizontal, decreases. It is most
desirable for a sling to have a larger angle of lift, approaching 90°. Lifts with angles of less than 30° from horizontal
are not recommended. If you can measure the angle of lift or the length and height of the sling as rigged, you can
determine the properly rated sling for your lift. The Increased Tension method provides the increased tension as a
function of the sling angle. Alternatively, the sling Reduced Capacity method may be used to determine reduced lift
capacity for any angle.
INCREASED TENSION
Determine capacity
of sling needed
REDUCED CAPACITY
Calculate rating of each sling
rigged at this angle
1. Determine the load weight (LW). 1. Calculate the reduction factor (RF).
a. Using the angle from horizontal,
    read across the Angle Chart to
    the corresponding number of the
   Reduction Factor column.
2. Calculate the Tension Factor [TF].
a. Determine the sling angle as mea-
    sured from the horizontal, and the
    corresponding tension factor (TF)
    from the effect of angle chart.
-OR-
b. Divide sling height* (H) by sling
    length* (L).
-OR-
b. Length* (L) divided by height*
    (H)
2. Reduction factor (RF) x the sling’s
    rated capacity for the type hitch that
    will be used = sling’s reduced rating.
3. Determine the share of the load
    applied to each sling leg (LW).
4. Multiply (LW) by (TF) to determine
    the sling leg tension. The capacity of
    the selected sling or sling leg must
    meet the calculated tension value.
*Measured from a common horizontal
plane to the hoisting hook.
*Measured from a common horizontal plane
to the hoisting hook.
Effect of Angle Chart
slings
Tension
Factor (TF)
Angle From
Horizontal
Reduction
Factor (RF)
1.000 90º 1.000
1.004 85º 0.996
1.015 80º 0.985
1.035 75º 0.966
1.064 70º 0.940
1.104 65º 0.906
1.155 60º 0.866
1.221 55º 0.819
1.305 50º 0.766
1.414 45º 0.707
1.555 40º 0.643
1.742 35º 0.574
2.000 30º 0.500
Example:
Vertical Choker rating of each sling:
6,000 lbs.
Measured Length (L) = 6 ft.
Measured Height (H) = 4 ft.
Reduction Factor (RF) = 4 (H) ÷ 6 (L) = .667
Example:
Load weight = 1,000 lbs.
Rigging - 2 slings in vertical hitch
Lifting Weight (LW) per sling = 500 lbs.
Measured Length (L) = 10 ft.
Measured Height (H) = 5 ft.
Tension Factor (TF) = 10 (L) ÷ 5 (H) = 2.0
Minimum Vertical Rated Capacity required
for this lift = 500 (LW) x 2.0 (TF) = 1000 lbs.
per sling
Sling capacity decreases as the angle
from horizontal decreases. Sling angles
of less than 30° are not recommended.
Reduced sling rating in this configuration
= .667
(RF) x 6,000 lbs. = 4,000 lbs. of lifting
capacity per sling

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