Boiling Webbing?

[kablooey]

I've been boiling new webbing prior installing on my backplates. I heard that it takes out the stiffness.

Is this true?
If so, how long should I boil it?

I've been boiling my new webbing for about 30 minutes (can't stand the smell much longer).
I've noticed a slight improvement in the stiffness, but not what I've been hoping for.

Any comments or suggestions would be welcome.

 

[mattia_v]

There's a degree of variability in webbing stiffness in my very limited experience. The stuff on my plate (recline) is nicely stiff, and the crotch strap fairly supple. The webbing on my GF'/"s backplate is significantly stiffer. I prefer mine - slightly easier to slip in and out of, and good comfort.

 

[tbone1004]

the webbing is still because it is resin impregnated. Boiling can potentially permanently soften the webbing, but will definitely temporarily soften it that will make it easier to thread. I don't really worry about it though, I prefer the stiff webbing to make it easier to get into and out of

 

[rhwestfall]

add carrots, potato, celery & onions...... maybe some pan seared seasoned beef..... salt & pepper to taste

 

[rhwestfall]

oh, and dumplings! Don't forget the dumplings....

 

[kelemvor]

I've been boiling new webbing prior installing on my backplates. I heard that it takes out the stiffness.

Is this true?
If so, how long should I boil it?

I've been boiling my new webbing for about 30 minutes (can't stand the smell much longer).
I've noticed a slight improvement in the stiffness, but not what I've been hoping for.

Any comments or suggestions would be welcome.

Can't help with how long, but you can definitely buy webbing material of varying softness. Maybe ask your LDS for some soft webbing? It's been a few years now but i am pretty sure it isn't expensive if you buy webbing by the foot instead of a harness with hardware included.

 

[kablooey]

... it isn't expensive if you buy webbing by the foot instead of a harness with hardware included.

Yes, that's exactly what I've been doing. Over the last two years I've assembled from scratch the webbing and hardware for four backplates so far (three for me, one for a friend). I like to customize my setups by including features like quick release clips (got roasted for putting that in a post once), and lightweight hardware for travel plates. I don't even consider buying the over-priced ready-made harnesses.

Maybe I'll skip the boiling this time and see if the stiffness really is a problem or not.
But now that Rhwestfall is coming to dinner tonight I may have to do it afterall.

I usually use webbing identical to automobile seatbelt material for my crotch straps. It's very soft.
Too soft and floppy for the straps and belt.

 

[Marie13]

Boiling dive gear?!

That's a new one for me!

 

[lucca brassi]

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[oldschoolto]

Raw Materials - Para Gear

All the webbing and hardware you can dream of.... You can buy it by the Roll or the Foot...

Jim...