Paracord 550 Mil-Spec
Meets requirements, yours too
Type 3 parachute cord, also known as "550" or simply "paracord," is the go-to utility cordage for the US military, survival experts, bushcrafters and outdoor activities. Works great for DIY EDC gear lanyard as well.
5col 550 paracord meets or exceeds military specification MIL-C-5040h and PIA-C-5040 requirements, and a certificate of conformance is available upon request. The spec requires 7-9 core strands, and 5col parachute cord has 8 3-ply load-bearing core strands.
- Length 7,6 m (25 ft)
- Minimum break strength: 250 kg (550 lbs)
- 100% Nylon Kernmantle construction
- Filler consists of 8 3-ply core strands, marker strand is load-bearing
- Approx diameter 4 mm
- Elongation (percent), minimum: 30%
- UV and mildew resistant
- Suitable for use with parachutes
- Made in the USA, Berry Amendment Compliant
- Conforms to military specifications MIL-C-5040H and PIA-C-5040
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