| 摘要 |
An improved float assembly for crab traps includes a polyurethane float with a chemical with-standing surface formed around a first abrasion-resistant float tube and second abrasion-resistant float tube each having a flanged end and a non-flanged end. A collar having an inside diameter necessary for press fit or interference fit on an outside diameter of the float tubes for securing the non-flanged ends of the float tubes together. The collar permits the float tubes to be used in a variety of float sizes. A second embodiment utilizes telescoping float tubes such that the float tubes are secured together without the use of a collar. In preferred embodiments, the flanged ends extend outward perpendicularly to longitudinal axes of the float tubes or extend outward in a generally spheroidally arched manner. The flanged ends provide support to critical areas of the float especially susceptible to wear and tear. A crab trap rope extends through the float tubes and a stop surrounding the rope is secured to the rope and inserted into the top of one of the float tubes for securing the float on the rope for preventing damage to the float by the rope. The polyurethane float is capable of being painted and cleaned and has the advantage of preventing deterioration of the float caused by harsh marine environments.
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