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 cord conforms 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. There are multiple National Stock Numbers for parachute cord; the most common NSN currently seems to be 4020-00-262-2147.
