The number refers to the weight it can support. 440 supports 440 lbs, 550 supports 550lbs 650 and so on. The weight is able to be supported by the inner strands. The more strands the heavier weight and higher number and the thicker the cord is.
Have you tried cutting the end of the paracord at a angle to form a point then singe the point a little then try inserting it into the fid?Thank you for the replies, folks!
Numbers denoting the test poundage makes a great deal of sense, but the micro and nano didn't. Since posting, I've read more on the Internet. I've learned about the number of core threads used in 550, 440, and 275. It all makes sense now.
I have also discovered another piece of information (the hard way, as is usually the case with me). That information is that not all fids are created equal. I bought some that turned out to be 4mm and my 550 paracord will not fit into them.
Live and learn, they say. Guess that means I'm still on the green side of the grass.
I PM'd the seller and got instructions on how to cut and fit the cord to the fids. A cut on a steep bias and a slight heating of the outer portion and the fids work perfectly.Have you tried cutting the end of the paracord at a angle to form a point then singe the point a little then try inserting it into the fid?
Or if you ever try some micro or nano cord your fid might work for that.
Amen, Brother, Amen!Yeah fids can be a little challenging, but the tight fit is definitely important.
What is most confusing to me is when you see stuff called Paracord at Walmart or the craft store. I hope no one is making and marketing survival gear made with that stuff!
You never know what your getting when buying so called survival bracelets.Yeah fids can be a little challenging, but the tight fit is definitely important.
What is most confusing to me is when you see stuff called Paracord at Walmart or the craft store. I hope no one is making and marketing survival gear made with that stuff!