On Sun, 29 May 2005 14:54:04 GMT, "MMC" wrote:

Good point Brian. Aren't scuba tank straps made of the same material as seat
belts?

The ones I have seen have terylene straps, yes

Brian W
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Nylon's strength is gained from its extended strain capability (it is
"stretchy") so that heaving loads can shift and rub on their mounts
if secured with nylon strap.
A polyester or terylene strap, such as you find on your seat belts is
stiffer.

You can see the terylene strap to metal stitching very clearly on seat
belts.
They are rated (if I recall) at 30g which is rather more than any boat
structure can handle, typically.

Brian Whatcott