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Anchor Rode / Windlass Chain


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3-Strand Nylon Pleasure Marine Anchor Rode
For Pleasure Marine, Non-Windlass Applications, we offer 3-Strand Nylon Rope directly spliced to Pleasure Marine, Non-Windlass Grade Anchor Chain. The standard rope color is white, where black can be requested. The standard anchor chain is galvanized where stainless steel can be requested. Our Anchor Rode is Custom Made-to-Order.

3-Strand Nylon Windlass Grade Anchor Rode
For Windlass Applications, we offer 3-Strand Heat-Set Windlass Grade Nylon Rope directly spliced to Windlass Grade Anchor Chain. The rope color is white with a yellow tracer. The customer must specify either High Test or BBB style anchor chain links as per the windlass manufacturer’s instruction manual. The standard anchor chain is galvanized where stainless steel can be requested. Our Windlass Grade Anchor Rode is Custom Made-to-Order.

8-Strand Plaited Nylon Windlass Grade Anchor Rode
For High Performance Windlass Applications, we offer 8-Strand Plaited Windlass Grade Nylon Rope directly spliced to Windlass Grade Anchor Chain. The rope color is white. The customer must specify either High Test or BBB style anchor chain links as per the windlass manufacturer’s instruction manual. The standard anchor chain is galvanized where stainless steel can be requested. Our Windlass Grade Anchor Rode is Custom Made-to-Order.

Anchor Line Applications
For additional information on Anchor Lines [Continue to ANCHOR LINES webpage]

Whipping Twine to Mark Footage
Upon special request, the customer may request to mark footages on the anchor line, for example a whipped marker every 50 feet along the length of the line. Consider to select a different whipping twine color to indicate the anchor line footages paid out. [Continue to WHIPPING TWINE webpage]

Rope Strength Guide
For a Table of Rope Diameters and Tensile Strengths for different Rope Types, please continue to our ROPE STRENGTH GUIDE webpage. [Continue to ROPE STRENGTH GUIDE web-page]



Anchor Rode Assembly Diagram Achor Rode Diagram


Anchor Chain, Rode Chain, Windlass Chain Selection Guide
We provide Windlass Grade 3-Strand Nylon Rope as Standard or Optional 8-Plait Nylon Rope for All Windlass Applications. Rope-to-Chain Splices - Our Specialty.

1. Choose Anchor Chain / Rode Chain Diameter based on the desired Working Load & Scope Ratio. Consult your Windlass Manufacturer’s Instructions.

2. Choose Anchor Chain / Rode Chain Length based on your application. Consult your Windlass Manufacturer’s Instructions.

3. Choose economical Proof Coil Anchor Chain or better Windlass Anchor Chain available in BBB or the best & strongest G4 High Test.

4. Choose Galvanized Anchor Chain from ACCO or Stainless Steel Anchor Chain from Suncor Stainless

5. Choose applicable Marine Hardware (anchor shackles) available in Galvanized or Stainless Steel

Anchor Rode custom ropeClick Here to Download Anchor Rode - Rope & Chain Guide PDF

Additional rope diameters, lengths, and special assemblies are available.  Just ask. All lines and special assemblies are custom made-to-order to your exacting specifications by expert craftsmen utilizing traditional methods and superior splicing techniques to make the best custom lines made in the USA. Denver Rope is a factory direct-wholesale distributor for Miami Cordage located in Miami, FL — A family run business serving the marine industry since 1965.
Anchor Rode Wholesale Sunoco Chain

Suncor Stainless BBB Chain

Anchor Rode suncor chain proof coil

Suncor Stainless Proof Coil Chain

Anchor Rode anchor chain rope splice

3 Strand Nylon to Rode Chain Splice

Anchor Rode Galvanized Acco chain

Acco Galvanized BBB Chain

Anchor Rode Acco chain High Test

Acco High Test Chain

 
Anchor Lines & Anchor Rode Assemblies Anchor Rode 3-Strand Chain Anchor Rope3-Strand Pleasure Marine Nylon Anchor Rode Manufactured and hand spliced by Miami Cordage, we offer standard and custom lengths of our 3-strand nylon rope spliced to one link of ISO chain. The Grade 43 ISO chain, also known as G4 or G40, has short links making it ideal for use with windlasses and has a hot dip galvanized finish.
  • Also available spliced to BBB galvanized or stainless steel chain
3-Strand Anchor Rode Heat Set Windlass Anchor line Rope3-Strand Heat Set Windlass Anchor Rode Manufactured and hand spliced by Miami Cordage, we offer standard and custom lengths of our 3-strand nylon Heat Set rope spliced to one link of ISO chain. Our Heat Set rope is specifically designed for use with windlasses, the finished rope is initially pre-shrunk and then coated with a compound that stiffens the rope, reduces its water absorption properties and increases its abrasion resistance. The Grade 43 ISO chain, also known as G4 or G40, has short links making it ideal for use with windlasses and has a hot dip galvanized finish.
  • Also available spliced to BBB galvanized or stainless steel chain
Anchor Rode 8-Strand Chain Anchor Rope8-Strand Plaited Anchor Rode Hand spliced by Miami Cordage, we offer standard and custom lengths of our 8-strand plait nylon windlass rope spliced to ISO hot dip galvanized chain. Our 8-strand plait features a balanced construction and does not rotate under load making it ideal for use with windlass anchor lines. The Grade 43 ISO chain, also known as G4 or G40, has short links making it ideal for use with windlasses and has a hot dip galvanized finish.
  • Also available spliced to BBB galvanized or stainless steel chain

PLEASURE MARINE - NYLON 3-STRAND TWISTED ANCHOR RODE
Boat Length Rope Diam (in) Rope Tensile Strength (lb) Chain Diam (in) Chain WLL (lb) Shackle Size (in)
25 – 35 1/2 6,400 1/4 2,600 5/16
35 – 40 9/16 7,900 5/16 3,900 3/8
40 – 45 5/8 10,400 5/16 3,900 3/8
45 and greater* 3/4 13,800 3/8 5,400 7/16


*Please contact us for proper sizing for larger vessels.

A Lesson in Calculating Scope When you set anchor you must have enough line in the water so that it forms a 45-degree angle between the dropped anchor and the bow of your boat. This is “scope.” Proper scope keeps the pull on the anchor horizontal instead of vertical. If the boat pulls “up” on the anchor when it moves, it will detach the anchor from the bottom and loosen its grip. A good rule of thumb to get the right scope is 7 to 10 feet of anchor line (known as rode) for every foot of water. The difference depends on surrounding conditions, strength of the current and weather. To determine how much rope to let out a 7:1 scope, you measure the depth of the water, add the boat’s freeboard at the bow, and multiply that sum by 7, our recommended scope. But knowing the needed length won’t help you a bit unless you can determine when you have let out that much rope, so the very first thing to do with your new anchor line is to mark it. You can do this with a marking pen, but short yarns or tapes inserted through the strands is more durable and can be identified in the dark by feel. Five-fathom (30′) increments are adequate and compatible with depth measurements in feet, fathoms or meters. Miami Cordage offers standard lengths of 100, 150, 200, 250 and 300 feet, however we will also customize the length of your rode to meet your requirements. Choosing the correct chain length: When choosing the correct length for your chain, we recommend a chain length that is as long as the boat. However, storage and handling considerations must also be taken into account when determining your length of chain.
Anchor Line Scope Ratio Diagram
Anchor Rode Anchor Line chain length

Rope & Chain Strength Guide These figures are for brand new rope.  Age, wear, sunlight exposure, splices, and knots will further reduce these figures over time.Weight Lifting Chain by the Foot
NYLON 3-STRAND HEAT SET ANCHOR RODE
BOAT LENGTH (ft) ROPE DIAM (in) ROPE TENSILE STRNGTH (lb) CHAIN DIAM (in) CHAIN WLL (lb) SHACKLE SIZE (in)
25-35 1/2 6,400 1/4 2,600 5/16
35-40 9/16 7,900 5/16 3,900 3/8
40-45 5/8 10,400 5/16 3,900 3/8
45 & Greater* 3/4 13,800 3/8 5,400 7/16
These figures are for brand new rope.  Age, wear, sunlight exposure, splices, and knots will further reduce these figures over time.


*Please contact us for proper sizing for larger vessels.

NYLON 8-PLAIT ANCHOR RODE
BOAT LENGTH (ft) ROPE DIAM (in) ROPE TENSILE STRNGTH (lb) CHAIN DIAM (in) CHAIN WLL (lb) SHACKLE SIZE (in)
25-35 1/2 8,300 1/4 2,600 5/16
35-40 9/16 9,200 5/16 3,900 3/8
40-45 5/8 12,200 5/16 3,900 3/8
45 & Greater* 3/4 17,000 3/8 5,400 7/16
These figures are for brand new rope.  Age, wear, sunlight exposure, splices, and knots will further reduce these figures over time.


*Please contact us for proper sizing for larger vessels.

GALVANIZED WINDLASS CHAIN – G4 HIGH TEST
Diameter Diameter Tensile Strength Working Load
inches mm pounds pounds
1/4″ 6.4 2,600
5/16″ 8 3,900
3/8″ 9.5 5,400
7/16″ 11 7,200
1/2″ 13 9,200
5/8″ 16 13,000
ACCO Brand Premium Hot Galvanized Chain.  Used for Windlasses and Pleasure Marine. High test carbon steel provides both high tensile strength and resistance to wear.  ISO short link dimensions. Best weight to W.L. ratio.


GALVANIZED WINDLASS CHAIN – BBB
inches mm pounds pounds
1/4″ 6.4 1,300
5/16″ 8 1,900
3/8″ 9.5 2,650
7/16″ 11
1/2″ 13 4,500
5/8″ 16
ACCO Brand BBB Hot Galvanized Chain.  Used for Windlasses and Pleasure Marine. A low carbon steel, general purpose chain, with short compact link.  The short link makes it more flexible and ideally suited as anchor chain.


STAINLESS WINDLASS CHAIN – G4 HIGH TEST
Diameter Diameter Tensile Strength Working Load
inches mm pounds pounds
1/4″ 6.4 2,000
5/16″ 8 2,400
3/8″ 9.5 3,550
1/2″ 13 6,500
ACCO Grade 43 Premium Hot Galvanized Chain used for Windlasses and Pleasure Marine. High test carbon steel provides both high tensile strength and resistance to wear. ISO short link dimensions. Best weight to W.L. ratio. Imported G4 HT anchor chain also available.


STAINLESS WINDLASS CHAIN – BBB
Diameter Diameter Tensile Strength Working Load
inches mm pounds pounds
1/4″ 6.4 2,000
5/16″ 8 2,400
3/8″ 9.5 3,550
1/2″ 13 6,500
Suncor Grade 30 Stainless Steel Anchor Chain type 316. Compliant with DIN 766.


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