DIN EN 1891:1998-06

The document applies to low stretch textile ropes of kernmantel construction 8,5 mm to 16 mm diameter, for use by personnel in rope access including all kinds of work positioning and restraint; for rescue and in speleology. Two types of low stretch kernmantel ropes are defined: A and B. It specifies requirements, testing, marking and information to be supplied by the manufacturer including instructions for use of such low stretch kernmantel ropes.