Converters

Unit Conversions

Beta

Force

Kilonewtons

2.00 kN

450 lbf

1 kN = 224.8 lbf. Reverse: 2.002 kN.

Mass

Kilograms

100 kg

220 lb

1 kg = 2.205 lb. Reverse: 100 kg.

Diameter

Typical rope diameters

11.1 mm

0.437 in

25.4 mm = 1 in. 11.1 mm ≈ 7/16 in. 12.5 mm ≈ ½ in (½ in = 12.7 mm).

Length

Typical rope lengths

60 m

196.9 ft

1 m = 3.281 ft. Reverse: 18.29 m.

MBS → Working Load Limit

Minimum breaking strength

30 kN

Static system safety factor

3.00 kN WLL

674 lbf

Working Load Limit (WLL) = MBS ÷ SSSF. This is the safety factor on the MBS you typed — not the manufacturer’s published WLL. This app's slope table uses 10:1 on knotted MBS.

Field reference only. Does not replace training, AHJ policy, or manufacturer instructions. Confirm ratings on the gear in your hand.

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