Most paracord, including virtually everything else offered by this seller, is ~3/8" diameter, yet the description here says 1/8". Is this a typo?
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The specs on 550 paracord is closer to 3/16". I think the technical specs for 550 paracord are 4.3 mm or 0.169". This is very close to a standard size paracord, but may be a tiny bit thicker than china made paracord. It is not 3/8"
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It's either a typo or someone was heavy handed with a pair of calipers for measurement. I've ordered 100' sections to 1000' spools from them and everything has been exactly what I expected. 3/8 sounds a little big for a measurement to me but I haven't ever actually checked the diameter. Either way it's the same diameter as all other 550 paracord I've worked with and seemed better quality than some others I've found.
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I believe that the 3/8 is usually the buckle size used. There is a size difference in 550 & 450 paracord!!
2171583
550 Paracord typically measures 5⁄32 inch (4 mm) in diameter 1/16" thicker than 3/32 shock cord
1963171
Easy to pick up from a hardware store. I think it's 3/8" but compare to a section of your existing cord when buying and check the WLL of the new cord.
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I would say it's in between. Very good quality, easy to work with and most important to anyone crafting with Paracord, it splices very good. I have never had any problems with Paracord Planet cord.
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The diameter is 19/32" at the end (1/4" plastic cap). The entire end piece appears to be brass, a total of about 2 1/2" long including the plastic cap. The leading 3/4" is about 9/16" diameter. The next 1 1/4" is about 1/2" diameter. The last 3/8" tapers down to about 9/32" diameter. The cable is about 3/16" diameter. "More than you ever wanted to know", I guess.
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I used a digital vernier on 4 random pieces and got 0.22-0.23 in i.d. or 5.7-5.8 mm i.d., Atlantco "7-strand" 550 paracord is roughly 0.15 in o.d. or 3.8 mm o.d. for example (compresses too easily to get a vernier on) so regulation paracord easily passses thru the holes.
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I have bought this myself. It is 1/2" X 1/2" 19 gauge. Didn't even notice the error in the product description. The title is correct.
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Type III Paracord (550 lb) is 3 mm in diameter for the commercial version. Mil Spec Type II Paracord is 4 mm in diameter.
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Yes, 3/8" is the correct tape size. I checked the box to see if there was additional information, but no. The box of 10 embossing tapes says each tape measures 3/8" x 9.8'. Susie B
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I hate to say that I don't know the diameter of 550 para cord. However I do know that a standard nylon boot lace that is made similar to the para cord I use for camping just thinner will fit through the handle and makes a great Lanyard....
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The one I ordered seemed 100%. The only thing was the "550" paracord wasn't "550". I love my Becker & the sheath is extremely well made.
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Lisa, I didn't ask what the paracord diameter was, I asked if I should double check the 100' measurement of my order, as several people have come up 7-10 feet short on their 100' orders. But thanks for the info, I appreciate it! JT.
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I am sorry I can't answer. I got "side-tracked" ( don't all crafters once in a while?). Will use the paracord later.Dee
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Yes , I wrapped mine in 550 paracord and it fits my large hand , the BK with bottle opener on the end is to short ...
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4mm is correct. the 1inch is probably for shipping concerns or because the form they were using only allowed inches and the smallest being 1" The product is actually only 4mm in thickness.
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I used 3/8" but I am certain it will accept 1/2". These things are pretty sturdy - I was using them as force mulitpliers to pull down a tree and they did not pose any problems. My "pulley" background includes sailing tackle, and while they're not like a $100 main sheet pulley, they're pretty fn good
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It is 1/4 inch thread for both camera mount and tripod mount. Read Charles C's answer carefully, he said 3/8 is used on pro equipment, not in this small head.