The selfmade sailor how to tie knots rope splicing dvd. Eye spliceas previously noted, our published strengths are based upon tests in which the rope is eye spliced at both ends. Splicebook 01011 eye splice tucking through strand 1 the next step is to splice strand 1. Eye splice how to tie a eye splice using stepbystep. Page 2 of 3 e c t 6384466 16 strand class i eye splice samson spicing instructions 5 step performing splice marking tails 5a insert fid into rope at mark b and out at mark d. The key to using this simple splice is to make sure that you use a lock stitch.
Eye splice 3 3 splicing instructions 2 2 contents eye splice the following information refers to a splice made in a 10 mm rope. The eye splice and toggle shown below is used at the stern of my. Open cover at b, and pull out core, taping it with rigging tape opposite a. Eye splice a rope how to eye splice a 3 strand rope easy to follow splicing revisited the eye splice is a great way of making a permanent loop in a rope. The diameter of the loop that the open eye would make like the loop of a lariat is not the way the eye is measured.
Double braid splice double braidbraid on braidmb12 introduction. Small utility to make transformations on pdf files. Easy to follow how to tie an eye splice in 3 strand. Measuring finished splice step2 from mark 1, in the direction of the taped end of the line, mark every second right and left strand for 3 strands. This navigator will give you the information you need to create your own eye splice with 3strand rope. Although the 3strand splice is the most common splice, and simple to. Cut and burn one more and splice the remaining strand before cutting and burning it too. Knots can significantly decrease a ropes strength while, in most cases, splicing maintains 100% of the specified rope strength. On completion the rope should divide into 4 pairs of 2. Splices are used to permanently form a stopper at the end of a line, or an eye in a rope, or to join two ropes together.
Creating a 3 strand eye splice there comes a time in the life of every boater when they desperately want a specific length of line with a permanent loop at the end of a line rather than just a knot commonly referred to as an eye splice. This is what a tidy thimble splice should look like when youre finished. Eye splice in double braided rope with a highperformance fiber core e. This is the best way to finish the end of a line thats going to be subjected to wear. Mar 10, 2011 a simplier eye splice is the samson 12 strand class ii eye splice. The basic process in all three splices is to unlay the strands at the end of the rope, then weave them over and under back into the rope to form the splice. Select 3 taped pairs closest to the standing part of the rope and mark on tape. You can do it yourself and have the splice just as strong. Repeat this process with the center strand, the lower strand, and the upper strand. Insert the cover into the core at the second exit mark mark 4 and bury until you reach the first mark mark 1 taper the cover down and milk over the slack to bury the cover. Form the rope end into a tip and wind adhesive tape around it. Long splice 3strand into 4strand short splice, knotted.
Apr 02, 2012 eye splice a rope how to eye splice a 3 strand rope easy to follow splicing revisited duration. Pull the strand pair partially through leaving some space between the insertion point and the splice tail mark. An eye is also used to form the rope around a thimble, which is used to protect the rope, especially when it is to be attached to a shackle, chain, or wire rope. Splicing an eye into spectra, amsteel, dyneema 12 plait. This splice procedure is designed for use in situations where the standard moran 5. Adobe acrobat reader is needed to view the files, and can be downloaded for. Before starting, it is a good idea to read through the. You can save a few bucks by making your own dock lines, but the real win in learning to make an eye splice comes from personal satisfaction, and the ability to tailor line length and loop diameter to your liking. If youre a beginner, this is one of the simplest splices there is, so its a great place to start.
Continue this pattern 3, 4, 3, 4, etc until a total of 6 strand pairs have been removed. Instructional video showing how to tie a three strand eye splice, to accompany page 79 of the fourth edition of the highly popular book knots in use by colin jarman. There are three basic types of splices that are typically made on three strand twisted rope. New england ropes rope splicing instructions are provided in pdf format. The splicing position is turned towards the body slightly and the same procedure as with strand 2 is carried out. A splice you put in yourself will be just as strong as one done by a professional rigger, and splicing an eye into threestrand rope is really very easy. Splicing guide 3 strand long splice covid19 update. This splice can be used on all polyester ropes where the core is a higher than 50% either a three strand construction or parallel fibres. Back splice 3 strand rope original drawing by percy w. Modified tuck eye splice this document describes the steps required to perform a modified tuck eye splice.
Branch splicecut splice long line splice eye in middle of rope. The opening size of the thimble is dictated by the line diameter. You can buy lines with an eye already spliced into one end, but naturally you have to pay for this service. Remember, there are three basic types of eye splices and it depends completely on the type of rope being spliced. It contains general splicing tips and various splicing categories like single braid, double braid, coretocore, 3 strand rope etc. In each tuck the working strand should go over a strand then tucked under a strand. For conventional stranded ropes, the ends of the rope are tucked plaited back into the standing end to form the loop. Make a mark mark 1 on the rope 1 fid length or 25 x diameter form the end of the rope form the eye and make a second mark. Detailed illustrations and stage by stage instructions will guide even the most novice of sailors through a variety of recommended splices that will ensure their ropes are used. Remove tape from main line and pull all strands snug. The end of the splice is covered with parcelling and whipping.
Secure the standing side of the rope and milk down the slack towards the splice. Locked brummel eye splice this document describes the steps required to perform a locked brummel eye splice in type 1 and type 2 12 strand braided ropes. Type 2 12 strand ropes contain high modulus fibers. Back splice eye splice short splice long splice 7 chapter 3. Personally i disagree with the concept of having dock lines with a permanent eye in one end because the wear is always restricted to that one place on the rope. Push back some slack towards the eye ready for next stage. The eye splice is used to form a permanent eye or loop in the end of a line which has a strength of 90 to 95% of the rope. The three strands should be level after each round. Mark this location with a temporary wrap of tape around the rope. Nov 09, 2008 the lineman and cable man handbook explains how to put a eye splice in every rope i own and have in my truck has a eye splice. Percentage of efficiency varies little for ropes of dissimilar compositions used in the same type of splice. Pull every marked strand out of line and cut tape at end can cause resistance and may have to be removed in order to pull out cut strands. Measure 14 crowns or twists from the end of the line 18 crowns for a tapered splice.
A three strand eye splice knot can be done in nylon, poly, hemp, sisal, or cotton ropes, as long as there are three strands. The resulting splice will have a finished length approximately 63% as long. Samson recommends splicing as the preferred rope termination method. It allows documents to display on devices without pdf viewers specifically. Tucking through strand 3 now the other side of the eye is turned upwards and strand 3 is spliced under the remaining firm strand. Eye splice and toggle a handy method of creating a loop that can be quickly connected and disconnected, while at the same time being strong and salty in appearance. We also have navigators for creating an eye splice with class i double braid line or a rope to chain splice if youre interested. An eye splice is a permanent loop termination that maximizes the breaking strength of the rope. Insert needle 20cms from neck of the eye, emerging at ab, thread cover into needle and pull down through rope.
Its a great offseason project that comes down to under standing. Eye splice as previously noted, our published strengths are based upon tests in which the rope is eye spliced at both ends. Eye splice in single create a book download as pdf printable version. Eye splice 3 strand used for making a permanent loop or eye. These instructions detail the procedure to fabricate an eye splice in yales brait products or any suitable 8strand plaited rope. Splicing guide 3 strand eye splice jamestown distributors. During this procedure check to make sure that the eye has not become twisted. This is a simple, allpurpose eye retains 90100% of average new rope strength. Step 3 starting the splice fid inserted at insertion point strand pair 3. Purchase polypropylene rope by the foot or spool in a variety of diameters. Step 1 mark the rope in locations 30 cm and 46 cm from the tip with an eye. For other rope diameters, adapt the dimensional specifications accordingly.
It can be trimmed further after it has been loaded up. Therefore we can, for comparison purposes, consider this splice to be 100% efficient. Samson spicing instructions 12strand class ii ee splice. Eye splice for brait 8 strand plaited rope yale cordage, inc. For starting the download of the desired file please click on the link to the right of the image. Eye splice a rope how to eye splice a 3 strand rope easy to follow splicing revisited duration. Splices are measured when the eye is closed and laying flat. Easy to follow how to tie an eye splice in 3 strand rope. Comments the loop formed by a well made eye splice maintains 85% or more of the original strength of the rope. To perform a tapered splice make two additional tucks with one strand and one additional tuck with a second strand, leaving the third strand as is. And with three strand rope it not only looks good but is an easy splice to do. Once you have finished the splicing procedure the three loose strands. Move up the sleeve, counting another 4 strand pairs, removing the 4th strand pair.
If your eye has any hardware spliced into it, it needs to be added now. Class 1 3 strand ropes are made from any or all of the following fibers. Unpick and cut out 6 yarn ends 5cms from eye end of case tail. Three tucks are the minimum for natural fibers, five tucks are necessary for synthetics. You can download the product descriptions as pdf and affix it on the liros. Although the 3 strand splice is the most common splice, and simple to perform, technique is important to preserve splice strength.
This strand pair should be brought out under the strand. With over 200 years of technical knowledge and rope care expertise, marlows highly anticipated guide to splicing, endorsed by dame ellen macarthur is an indispensible instruction manual for all sailors and boat owners. Use to form a permanent loop or eye in the end of a rope. If two ends come from under the same strand, the splice is wrong. However if the eye is to be subjected to repeated chafing. Splice terminations are used in all our ropes to determine new and unused tensile strengths. We have compiled our favourite instructional videos and pdf documents below. May 02, 2015 a three strand eye splice knot can be done in nylon, poly, hemp, sisal, or cotton ropes, as long as there are three strands. Type 1 12 strand ropes consist of ropes that are made entirely of polyester, nylon, polyolefins or some combination of these materials.
Eye splice a rope how to eye splice a 3 strand rope. The ends are then whipped using the serving mallet. If you find them offensive, we ask you to please delete this file from your system. An eye is formed into the rope and the tail is buried into the standing part.