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Cat-Line - Cordage Polyester 4mm
Price and specifications of the Cat-Line: The price includes a rope equivalent to X times 10 linear meters. For example, for a configuration where X = 4, you receive a total of 40 linear meters of rope. Technical details: Color: Green/Red (chosen for optimal visibility for cats).
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Cat-Line - Cordage Polyester 4mm
The price includes a 10 meter rope.
Color: Green/red only
Despite the numerous color possibilities available in the field of marine rope, our choice fell on green and red, a combination specifically adapted to the vision of cats. This decision is based on research that shows that cats are better at perceiving certain wavelengths in the visible spectrum, allowing them to better distinguish these colors, even in low light conditions. By using visually distinct rope for them, we strengthen their ability to recognize and respect the barrier put in place.
However, meeting requests for varied or personalized colors is not yet possible, as this would involve custom manufacturing. Currently, our priority is to guarantee a reliable product optimized for its main use: the safety of cats on balconies.
The green/red color therefore constitutes the ideal compromise, both functional and aesthetic, to meet this objective. We remain attentive to the evolving needs of our customers and will consider personalized options in the future if the development of our range allows it.
Core: 16 polyester spindles / Sheath: 16 polyester spindles
Polyester ropes are known to have the following characteristics:
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Wear resistance: Polyester ropes are very resistant to wear, making them an ideal choice for our application that requires high durability.
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Low elongation: Low elasticity, it allows better tension stability.
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UV Resistance: They are resistant to the sun's UV rays, making them suitable for outdoor applications.
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Water resistance: They are particularly water resistant, which makes them suitable for bad weather regardless of the region.
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Easy to handle: It remains sufficiently flexible and easy to handle and tie, which makes it easier to use.
All of these characteristics allowed us to choose this type of rope to meet the handling and installation requirements.
Product Features
The Cat-Line: A safety barrier for balconies
The Cat-Line constitutes the heart of the Catsafe protection system for balconies, providing a dissuasive physical barrier which limits direct access of cats to the railing. Here are the essential elements to understand how it works and its effectiveness:
Main Features :
- Diameter: The Cat-Line measures 4 mm, an ideal thickness for good visibility by the cat and robustness adapted to its use.
- Arrangement: Three cords are installed in parallel, at a fixed distance of 3 cm from each other. This separation is maintained thanks to the Cat-Retractor, guaranteeing perfect alignment.
- Advanced position: The ropes are installed in front of the railing, which discourages the cat from clinging to it or trying to cross it.
Benefits :
- Deterrent effect: The Cat-Line signals a visual and physical limit, allowing the cat to recognize a "psychological barrier" and remain in a secure environment.
- Enhanced safety: The advanced installation of the ropes prevents direct jumps or climbing onto a non-solid element of the guardrail, thus reducing the risk of accidental falls.
- Compatibility: The diameter of 4 mm is specifically designed to capture the cat's attention without interfering with the aesthetics of your balcony.
Recommendations for use:
- Awareness: When you install the Cat-Line, introduce your cat to this new boundary so that it understands that it is a boundary and remain vigilant.
- Maintenance: Regularly check the tension and condition of the ropes to ensure their effectiveness and durability.
The Cat-Line, combined with accessories such as the Cat-Stand and the Cat-Retractor, offers a complete solution to protect balconies, all respecting your cat's natural instincts and ensuring maximum safety.
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Optimization of the Cat-Line: Choice of rope and recommendations
When selecting the rope to protect your balcony, it is essential to consider both the aesthetics and the effectiveness of the protection.
Characteristics and contents of your pack:
- Length included: Your pack includes a total length corresponding to that of your guardrail, with an additional 2 meters to facilitate installation.
- Diameter: The standard rope measures 4 mm, ideal for guaranteeing both sufficient robustness and visual discretion.
Why choose a visible rope?
- Optimal deterrence: A visible rope helps your cat clearly perceive the physical boundary, which reduces climbing attempts.
- Recommended colors: The green and red model is specially designed to adapt to the vision of cats, which better distinguishes these shades. This combination optimizes security while being discreet from the outside.
- Interior positioning: The interior orientation of the rope ensures that it remains not very visible to neighbors while being perfectly functional.
Color variants and explanations:
Although several options are available, behavioral tests indicate that cats respond particularly well to contrasting colors, such as green and red. To learn more, check out our article: [Do cats see colors?].
Installation tips:
- Apply progressive tension to the rope to limit the tension on the Cat-Lock.
- Check the visibility and fixing of the ropes to ensure that they are perceived as a barrier by your cat.
With this solution, you combine security, functionality and harmonious integration into your environment.
Compatible Kits
The Cat-Retractor is included in all packs and can be sold in sets of 3 and used as complementary or replacement parts.
FAQs
To learn more, visit our FAQ page.
How to use the Cat-Line?
Instructions for installing the Cat-Line with cutting and preparation:
- Total length measurement: Precisely measure the length of each rope segment needed to cover your guardrail.
Add an additional 10 cm to each end of each segment for easier adjustment and tensioning.
- Cutting the segments: Use sharp scissors or cutting pliers to cut the rope to the measured length, taking into account the additional margin of 10 cm.
- To avoid fraying, lightly burn the ends with a lighter and pinch carefully to seal the tip (the instructions will be provided in the installation guide)
- Preparing the tips: Refine each end by gently compressing it between your fingers or with a tool to facilitate passage through the Cat-Retractor.
If you have any difficulty, contact us immediately.
- Installation of the segments: Pass the rope through the holes of the Cat-Retractor according to the desired configuration (front or rear).
Position the Cat-Stand and make sure that the segments pass correctly through the guides (Cat-Retractor).
- Tension and adjustment: Tighten the rope gradually so that it is well aligned and held, but without exerting excessive tension.
Adjust the extra 10 cm on each side to ensure even, distortion-free fixation.
- Final attachment: Tighten the rope in the Cat-Lock and cut off the excess if necessary, leaving a slight margin for possible future adjustments.
By following these steps, you will obtain a robust, well-aligned installation that is perfectly suited to your configuration.
Is Cat-Line durable?
Is Cat-Line durable? Analysis of its characteristics
The Cat-Line is designed to be a durable and effective solution in protecting balconies for cats. Here is why it stands out for its resistance:
1. Manufacturing material
- The Cat-Line is made from robust synthetic fibers, such as polyester, known for their high tensile strength and longevity .
- These materials are also resistant to weather, which guarantees their durability in the face of prolonged exposure to sun, humidity or cold.
2. Rope diameter (4 mm)
- With a diameter of 4 mm, the Cat-Line offers an excellent compromise between flexibility and strength.
- This diameter allows it to withstand moderate tension without deforming, while remaining easy to handle and install.
3. Braided or twisted structure
- The specific braiding of Cat-Line increases its resistance to friction, which is essential when used in systems with frequent points of contact (such as Cat-Retractor or Cat-Lock).
4. Resistance to load and scratches
- Although the Cat-Line is not designed to support the weight of a cat, its smooth, durable surface is difficult to damage by scratches.
- Its forward position on the Cat-Stands also prevents excessive direct stress.
5. Deterrent properties
- In addition to its physical strength, the Cat-Line is visible enough to deter cats from attempting to cross or climb on it.
Conclusion
Thanks to its resistant fiber composition, its optimized diameter and its thoughtful design, the Cat-Line is perfectly suited to providing effective and long-lasting protection on balconies. Its robustness guarantees optimal security while remaining discreet and easy to use.
Can the system be used for other needs?
The Cat-Line, being a rope from the maritime environment, is in fact particularly suitable for uses linked to sailing. Its technical characteristics, resulting from its initial design for nautical applications, make it an ideal choice for several functions on board boats. Here is why and how it can be used in this area:
Sailing-friendly features
- Tensile Strength: Designed to withstand the forces exerted by winds and waves, the Cat-Line is robust and reliable, capable of withstanding significant tensions, making it suitable for guiding or holding sails.
- Standard diameter (4 mm): This thickness corresponds to ropes often used for halyards or light sheets on small boats or extra sailboats.
- Resistance to the marine environment: Thanks to its specific materials, it is designed to resist humidity, salt, and UV rays, which guarantees its durability in difficult marine conditions.
- Versatility: Easy to handle and adjust, it can be used in various applications such as safety lines, auxiliary guy lines, or restraint systems.
Specific uses in boating and sailing
- Halyards and sheets
- Auxiliary ropes:
- Lifelines or safety nets
- Temporary guying
Conclusion
The Cat-Line is not only suitable for the domestic world, but is also an original nautical rope, designed to meet the robustness and durability requirements of marine environments. If you are looking for a reliable solution for sailing applications, this is an excellent choice, both for its efficiency and its ease of use.