Everything You Need To Know About Tie Down Webbing
Published on 11/18/24
What Is Tie Down Webbing?
Tie Down Webbing is commonly used for either cargo control securement or recovery towing applications. Depending on the application that it is being used for it can be made from polyester webbing that stretches very little or nylon webbing that is designed to stretch for applications such as lifting or recovery towing applications.
Polyester Webbing For Cargo Control Applications
Polyester webbing is used in applications such as cargo control webbing blends that stretch the least as excess stretching could cause the cargo to become unsecured while going down the road. Polyester is the most commonly used webbing blend for cargo control applications and stretches an average of 7 percent.
Polyester can also provide excellent protection against direct sunlight, moisture, mold, and mildew which are some of the leading causes of damage to tie-down webbing in cargo control applications. Polyester webbing rolls come in various widths and colors and are commonly used to manufacture tie-down straps or DIY projects.
Four common widths of polyester webbing used for cargo control applications are 1 inch, 2 inches, 3 inches, and 4 inches wide. The main difference between these four widths is the strength they can be safely rated. 1-inch webbing is commonly used for lighter-duty applications whereas 4 inches is used for heavy hauling on flatbed trailers.
At Trucking Depot, we sell rolls of polyester tie-down webbing in various colors and widths ranging from 1 inch to 4 inches wide with 300 feet of webbing per roll. Due to the manufacturing process, these 300 feet rolls of webbing may contain several splices.
If you are looking for rolls of webbing without splices contact us at 800-444-0956 so that we can verify we have enough rolls without splices in stock to complete your order.
1 Inch Polyester Tie Down Webbing
1 Inch Polyester Tie Down Webbing are used for lighter-duty securement applications such as around the house, in pickup truck beds, or DIY projects.
Available in 3 different breaking strengths our lightest-duty 1,500 lbs breaking strength, standard 3,000 lbs breaking strength, and the industry-leading strongest 1-inch webbing with a 6,600 lbs breaking strength. 1-inch tie-down straps work great for applications where heavier-duty strength is needed and the area you are securing may be harder to reach.
Despite being smaller in width 1-inch polyester tie-down webbing is strong and durable. Once sewn using heavy-duty 1-inch tie-down hardware the assembly working load limit ratings can see upwards of 1,100 lbs per ratchet strap. The heavier-duty webbing blends can help offer added strength and durability against sharp edges.
If you have any questions, need a quote, or are interested in our large quantity discount pricing call us today at 800-444-0956 and we would be happy to assist you further or to check our in-stock quantities.
2 Inch Polyester Tie Down Webbing
2 Inch Polyester Tie Down Webbing are used for heavier-duty cargo control securement applications inside of enclosed trailers, dry vans, moving vans, car haulers, and more. The wider webbing helps provide a larger surface area to hold cargo in place and a heavier-duty breaking strength for the heavier cargo you may be securing.
2-inch polyester webbing comes in three different breaking strength options standard 6,000 lbs, 10,000 lbs, and our heavy-duty 12,000 lbs breaking strength. When our 2-inch heavy-duty 12,000 lbs breaking strength webbing is paired with our heavy-duty 2-inch tie-down hardware the assembled working load limit rating can be upwards of 3,335 lbs per ratchet strap.
3 Inch Polyester Tie Down Webbing
3-inch Polyester Webbing is commonly used in countries outside of the United States occasionally drivers prefer using 3-inch ratchet straps instead of 4-inch ratchet straps, or in certain cargo control applications may require it. As 3-inch webbing is not very popular in the USA the only color we have in 3-inch is Yellow.
4 Inch Polyester Tie Down Webbing
4 inch Polyester Webbing is the heaviest-duty tie-down webbing in the cargo control industry with a 24,000 lbs breaking strength.
This webbing works great when paired with 4-inch ratchet hardware and 4-inch tie-down end fitting hardware to manufacture ratchet straps with either a 5,400 lbs, 5,670 lbs, or 6,000 lbs safe assembly working load limit rating depending on the configuration.
4-inch ratchet straps should never be used for around-the-house securement applications as the ratchet hardware weighs over 8 lbs. They are used for heavy-duty securement applications on open-air flatbed trailers for some of the heaviest cargo on the road.
If you have any questions, need a quote, or are interested in our bulk discount pricing call us today at 800-444-0956 to get started.
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Nylon Webbing For Recovery Towing Applications
Nylon webbing is used during recovery towing applications as excess stretching can be extremely beneficial as it can reduce the chances of damage to the vehicle. This is also one of the reasons you should never attempt to use a ratchet strap for a recovery towing application as it could cause damage to the vehicle or injuries to those nearby.
How To Inspect Tie Down Webbing For Damage
There are a couple of common ways in which tie-down webbing becomes damaged. One of these factors is damage from direct sunlight which can be found on tie-down webbing from discoloration in the webbing that may look faded or not the original color.
Another common way tie-down webbing becomes damaged is from cuts on sharp edges which can be avoided using a Cordura protective sleeve or corner protectors. Corner protectors can help provide a barrier between the sharp edge and the webbing to keep the webbing in good shape and free of cuts, tears, or burns from friction.
The last and most uncommon way that polyester tie-down webbing becomes damaged is from mold or mildew. If you spot mold or mildew on your tie-down webbing you should immediately stop using it as it is unsafe. Mold and mildew can cause the tie-down webbing to weaken underneath the original breaking strength rating making your tie-down strap unsafe to use.