Kevlar vs Leather

[UBMeng]

I am in a constant argument with my Technicians about using a nylon lifting sling with a Kevlar fabric sleeve instead of a leather sleeve to resist abrasions when lifting 5000lbs coils of steel.

I content that leather is more resistant, they say the Kevlar fabric. Any commentS? Sources or information?

 

[JTrentS]

Having utilized Kevlar in applications of impact resistance or ballistic protection, I can agree that Kevlar is excellent in those applications. It is great for cut resistance - much better than leather. But for abrasion resistance, I'd take leather any day.