MIL-C-5040h/PIA-C-5040 Type 3 parachute cord, also known as "550" or simply "paracord," is the go-to utility cordage for the US military, survival experts, bushcrafters, hunters, and outdoorsmen. Our 550 paracord meets or exceeds military specification MIL-C-5040h and PIA-C-5040 requirements, and a certificate of conformance is available upon request. The MIL-C-5040h Type 3 specification calls for 7-9 core strands; 5col parachute cord has 8 3-ply load-bearing core strands.
Features:
- Minimum Break Strength: 550 lbs
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100% Nylon Kernmantle construction; filler consists of 8 3-ply Core Strands (marker strand is load-bearing).
- Approx. Diameter: 5/32 in.
- Elongation (percent), minimum: 30%, Length per pound of cord: 225 ft.
- UV and Mildew Resistant
- Suitable for use with Parachutes
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MADE IN THE USA, and Berry Amendment Compliant
- Conforms to military specifications MIL-C-5040H and PIA-C-5040
This is true military-specification cord, conforming to specification MIL-C-5040, Revision H, Dated 3/17/1994 as well as the Berry Amendment 10 U.S.C. 2533A. The manufacturer's Certificate of Conformance is available upon request. You are also welcome to visit the Defense Logistics Agency website and look this cord up by National Stock Number (NSN): 4020-00-262-2147.
