Scientific Anglers
Tapered Fluorocarbon Leaders
Scientific Anglers Tapered Fluorocarbon Leaders are ideal for any freshwater or saltwater fishing situation demanding durability and low visibility to fish. These 100% fluorocarbon leaders measure the nearly the same as water on the refractive light index, making them invisible underwater. Scientific Anglers Knotless Tapered Fluorocarbon Leaders are not effected by UV rays or water and retain 100% tensile strength. These leaders are a favorite for salmon, steelhead, trout and smaller inshore saltwater species.
Features of Scientific Anglers Tapered Fluorocarbon Leaders include:
- 100% Fluorocarbon, no fillers
- Best knot strength to diameter ratio
- Virtually invisible in water
- High abrasion resistance
These Scientific Anglers Tapered Fluorocarbon Leaders are available in a 9 ft. length in 20 lb., 15 lb., 12 lb., and 0x to 6x sizes. Leaders measure 33% butt section, 33% tapered section and 33% tippet section. Additional specifications are provided in the table below.
| Specifications |
|
Size |
Tippet Diameter |
Butt Diameter |
Max Break Strength |
Suggested Fly Size |
| 20 lb. |
0.015" |
0.023" |
20.7 lb. |
4/0-2 |
| 15 lb. |
0.014" |
17.6 lb. |
3/0-2 |
| 12 lb. |
0.012" |
14.0 lb. |
2/0-4 |
| 0x |
0.011" |
0.021" |
12.5 lb. |
1/0-4 |
| 1x |
0.010" |
9.3 lb. |
4-8 |
| 2x |
0.009" |
8.2 lb. |
4-10 |
| 3x |
0.008" |
0.019" |
6.5 lb. |
6-12 |
| 4x |
0.007" |
5.0 lb. |
8-14 |
| 5x |
0.006" |
4.0 lb. |
12-18 |
| 6x |
0.005" |
0.017" |
3.1 lb. |
16-22 |
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