A Loopie is an adjustable loop sling.
This splice is intended for Static-12, Static-12DS and other suitable 12-strand ropes made with polyester, nylon, polyolefins or a
combination of these fibres.
Preparations
Items required for this splice include…
It is important to note that when we reference a “fid” or a number of “fid lengths” within these splicing instructions, we are referring to a “full fid length” which is calculated at 21 x the rope diameter. If you are using fids for your measurements, you must be sure to account for the type of fid you are using i.e. “half 10.5x, long 14x or full fids 21x”.
Stage 1 – Creating a Back Splice Handle
Stage 2 – Creating the Loop
Stage 3 – The Second Back Splice Handle
The Loopie Sling is almost finished…
For more detailed instructions on creating this back splice, see the steps listed above in “Stage 1 – Creating a Back Splice Handle”.
The End
SP-18(0816)
Whoopie Sling made with Dyneema
How do I calculate the length of cut rope that I need to make a certain size finished loopie? I cannot find this info anywhere!
Here are the basic calculations which should get you the rough measurements that you need to go along with our instructions.
For a regular Loopie (using rope made with nylon or polyester fibre)
Cut Length =
The maximum extended inside length of the finished Loopie based on your requirements X 2 )
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Bury Length for a polyester or nylon 12 strand rope = (Full Fid Length= Diameter of the rope X 21) x 1.25 X 2 )
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2 full fid lengths