Defines 3- and 8-strand plaited polyester rope for general industrial, consumer, commercial, and marine use. This document does not address all of the safety issues connected with its use. It is up to the user of this standard to determine a suitable size to meet working load limits, to establish appropriate safety and health practices, and to determine the applicability of regulatory limitations before to its use. The inch-pound values stated within this document are to be considered as standard. The SI unit values are provided for use where required. In the event of any conflict between the text of this document and any references cited, the text of this document takes preference.