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Does the cord have to have same rating as a climbing line according to ANSI?
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Yes it does. But, if it is used as an eye & eye, the 'looped' version can be used.
Example: 8mm accessary cord rated at 3,000 lbs. used to tie to a lanyard as an eye & eye is OK cause the rope strength is doubled, minus the knots or splices.