Why are 1.5" x 16" Heavy Duty Cargo Straps UV-resistant?

Effects of UV on Lashings
Ultraviolet (UV) radiation is a form of radiation in sunlight. Materials exposed to UV light for long periods of time will experience "photodegradation", which means that the molecular structure of the material changes, resulting in a decrease in strength, weakened elasticity, and ultimately serious degradation of physical properties. For cargo straps, UV damage is particularly obvious, especially when used outdoors for a long time.

UV Resistance of Polyester
Polyester is a synthetic fiber that is widely used in cargo straps due to its physical properties. Compared with other materials, polyester is particularly good at UV resistance. 1.5" x 16" Heavy Duty Cargo Straps use industrial-grade polyester fiber, which can effectively resist the erosion of ultraviolet rays, thereby extending the service life of the straps.

The UV resistance of polyester fiber is mainly reflected in its molecular structure. Polyester molecules are formed by the reaction of terephthalic acid and ethylene glycol. This molecular structure is highly stable, which means that polyester will not degrade as quickly as other fibers under ultraviolet light. Compared to nylon or polypropylene, polyester is more resistant to sunlight and UV rays in outdoor environments, so it can maintain its original strength and elasticity in the sun.

UV resistance advantage of 1.5" x 16" Cargo Straps
As a tie-down strap designed for high-intensity transportation, the UV resistance of 1.5" x 16" Heavy Duty Cargo Straps allows it to maintain high performance when exposed to sunlight for a long time. Whether in the hot summer with high UV rays or in the cold winter, polyester tie-down straps can effectively resist the damage of UV rays and will not lose elasticity or strength due to UV exposure like ordinary tie-down straps. Specifically, polyester material gives 1.5" x 16" Cargo Straps the following advantages:

Extended service life: UV rays are one of the main causes of aging of tie-down straps, and the UV resistance of polyester fiber allows the tie-down straps to maintain a long service life even after years of outdoor use. This means that consumers do not need to replace tie-down straps frequently, saving costs and time.

Maintain high strength: UV rays can weaken the tensile strength of the strapping, leading to the risk of the strapping breaking. However, polyester material can effectively prevent this phenomenon from happening, allowing the strapping to maintain its strength even when exposed to sunlight for a long time. The safe working load of 1.5" x 16" Cargo Straps can reach 1818 pounds and the breaking strength is as high as 4000 pounds. These figures prove that polyester material can still maintain extremely high stability under long-term UV exposure.

Avoid fading and surface damage: Polyester material can prevent fading and surface damage caused by UV rays. During transportation, strapping straps often rub against other objects. If the surface of the material becomes brittle or faded due to UV exposure, it will not only affect the appearance, but also may affect the use of the strapping strap.

Improve safety: UV exposure may cause the strapping material to become brittle, which in turn affects the safety of cargo fixation. The UV resistance of 1.5" x 16" Cargo Straps effectively avoids this hidden danger. It can still provide strong fixing force in a high UV environment to ensure the safety of cargo during transportation.