This both cuts the rope and treats each end properly such that it will not fray. In the absence of a hot knife, synthetics can be cut with a knife and the remaining ends can be melted with a lighter or small propane torch. Natural fiber ropes require binding or a vinyl whip treatment to avoid fraying and untwisting of the rope. Use of information in this document implies understanding and agreement with the copyright and terms of use . Specifically, no warranty is expressed or implied regarding the accuracy of the information contained within.
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