Guardian Paracord Color Chart

Below are the laboratory test protocols for paracord produced by Guardian Paracord in Ukraine.

As you can see, the breaking load of 240 kg. for the Guadian Paracord 550 Type III paracord and 350 kg. for the Guadian Paracord 800 paracord has been confirmed by the only authoritative scientific institution in this field in Ukraine.

Using paracord from Guardian Paracord made in Ukraine, you can always be sure of its reliability.

What is Paracord?

Paracord, also known as parachute cord, is a type of so-called kernmantle cord, which consists of a Core (Kern), consisting of seven strands, each of which in turn consists of three basic multifilament nylon strands twisted together, which is braided. (shirt, braid) (mantle) of 32 nylon strands. Kernmantle cords are very strong due to the core and durable due to the braid.

What is paracord made of?

In paracord, unlike some helm ropes, both the core and the braid are made of the same material: nylon.

The result is a strong, smooth, elastic cord.

Initially, paracord was used in World War II in airborne troops, later paracord was also adopted for use by most units of the US armed forces and was even used by astronauts during repairs to the Hubble Space Telescope.

Where is paracord used?

In the field, paracord has several advantages over other types of cords and ropes in that it can be untwisted (disassembled) for many useful survival applications. The core, pulled from the braid, usually consists of seven strands (paracord 550), each of which is twisted from three strands (Mil-C-5040 Type III, Guardian Paracord Type III). These strands can be used as fishing line or sewing thread. The braid can be useful in the form of laces, as well as where a thinner cord is needed. Civilian use of paracord in the world has become common among tourists and other recreational enthusiasts. The lightness and elasticity of paracord allow you to carry the necessary supply of cord with you without worrying about its excess weight. Paracord survival bracelets are also widely used in our time. Essentially a decorative accessory, these quick-release bracelets can be untied in seconds in the event of an emergency. This means that a person wearing a paracord survival bracelet always has a few meters of functional cord on hand for all occasions.