452X Bowstring
67% SK75 Dyneema®, 33% Vectran. Slightly higher arrow speed. More strand count flexibility and improved looking two color strings. No creep; completely stable. Available in 45 colors.
Trophy Bowstring
452X blended with GORETM Performance Fiber to give increased durability, total stability, less fraying, less noise, good speed and dampened vibration. Available in 45 colors.
8125G Bowstring
92% SK75 Dyneema®, 8% GORETM fiber. Highest speed and higher durability; preferred by some compound shooters - particularly 3D. Also the choice of Olympic style recurve shooters. Available in all colors except Camo, Autumn and Flame.
450 Plus Bowstring
The original Dyneema® / Vectran blend. Limited colors now available. No creep; expect consistency and no peep rotation. A good option for compound cables. Available in solid colors.
B500 Bowstring
Made from polyester material like the original Dacron; the ideal product for traditional archers. Also used on older crossbows. Available in solid colors.
B55 Bowstring
100% polyester similar to Dacron but with better durability and very low stretch. Available in solid colors.
Recommended strands: 12-16 for recurves, 22-26 for older crossbows Approx ft/lb waxed: 4300 Spool sizes: 1 lb, 1/4 lb
Angel Majesty Bowstring
100% Dyneema® lightweight string with special resin finish for smooth finish string. High arrow speed; ideal for recurves. Available in black or white.
Colors available (for all materials): A full range of colors is available - please see our Bowstring Color Chart.
Bowstring Specifications: We show the approximate ft/lb. so stringmakers can get an idea of how many finished strings can be built from a spool. Due to variables in the manufacturing process, we cannot guarantee exact specifications.
Breaking Strengths: We no longer publish breaking strengths because discrepancies occur, due to different test methods. We will provide minimum breaking strength information upon request. It should be noted that all modern materials far exceed the strength required to perform satisfactorily as a bowstring material.
Bowstring Diameter / Recommended number of strands: All bowstring material is relatively flat in a single strand, so it is not appropriate to publish a diameter of the individual strand. The important issue is how many strands are required to give a satisfactory nock fit, which is what the above recommendations show. These numbers can vary according to nock type / size and personal preference. Recommended strands are for typical modern compound bows. Plus or minus two strands is normal.
BCY manufactures and supplies products in accordance with these specifications. If used correctly, the material will serve the purpose for which it was intended- a bowstring or as a serving material. All products we manufacture are extensively tested. We offer a full range of material for the archery market. There are many variables which can significantly effect performance of the bowstring material. Some examples include: Number of strands and/or of twists, type of serving material, tightness of serving material, width of cam grooves on bow, amount of lubrication, type of release, condition of cam wheel, yoke system on cables, degree of string maintenance. As BCY cannot control these variables, BCY cannot accept responsibility for problems arising from strings, cables or servings.
Dyneema® is a registered trademark of DSM.
Spectra is a registered trademark of Honeywell
Gore is a registered trademark of Gore Performance fibers
Dacron is a registered trademark of Dupont
