Last updated: 30/09/2025 12:18:43

TIMM MASTER SBA™

Timm Master SBA™ is the safest conventional mooring rope on the market, incorporating advanced Snap Back Arrestor (SBA™) technology developed by Timm in 2019 to significantly reduce the risk of dangerous snap-back incidents. We continuously improve our products in response to operational demands, offering enhanced abrasion resistance, increased compactness for easier handling and improved color indication for clear twist detection and greater safety. Fully compliant with OCIMF MEG 4, SIRE, RightShip RISQ, SOLAS, and INTERTANKO standards, Timm Master SBA™ ropes are also eligible for incentive programs at selected terminals.

Product information

Timm Master SBA™ are the safest conventional mooring ropes in the world, thanks to the integrated SBA™ (Snap Back Arrestor). In November 2022, DNV awarded Timm’s Snap Back Arrestor a statement of qualified technology, following the successful completion of an extensive test program, performed in accordance with DNV’s recommended practice A203. This is the first and only anti snap back rope in the world to receive this qualification. As a result of the construction and the rope having high tenacity polyester in the outer layer of the strands, Timm Master SBA™ has excellent abrasion resistance. The colour scheme is designed to give a visual anti-twist indicator to easily spot undesirable twists in the rope. Timm Master SBA™ being floating and resistant to UV, with one of the best strength-to-weight ratios on the market, it serves as a lightweight and reliable solution, suitable for all vessel types.

Features

12 strand braided construction
Integrated Snap Back Arrestor (SBA™)
Anti-twist colour indicator
Compliant certification
Floating

Benefits

Snap Back Arrestor (SBA™) integrated, reducing dangerous snap back and providing the safest possible working conditions for your crew
Class leading strength-to-weight ratio, providing a better ease of handling
Anti-twist indicator integrated in the range, helping the crew to eliminate potentially dangerous twists in the ropes
High abrasion and UV resistance, providing longer service life and lower expected cost of ownership
Type Approved by DNV
Meet all OCIMF MEG4 and SIRE, RightShip RISQ, SOLAS and Intertanko requirements, ensuring compliancy with regulations

Specification

General

Material	75% Polyolefin / 25% HT Polyester
Material type and grade	Mixed polyolefins (B5 yarn) and HT PES

Physical properties

Colour	Blue and white anti-twist colour indicators
Construction	12 strand braided rope with SBA™ in the core
Density [kg/m3]	0,99 (floating)
Elongation [%]	18% at break
Eyes	1,8m mesh braid protected eyes
Line Construction	12-strand braided
Melting point	165°C

Ordering information

Approvals

Type Approved Product by DNV and ClassNK. This product is produced according to ISO 9554 and tested according to ISO 2307 and OCIMF MEG4. The Snap Back Arrestor (SBA™) technology is qualified by DNV.

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TIMM MASTER SBA™