String tension recommendation/Lux Element Rough

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I played earlier with a 1.25 16L Element @ 48lbs, and loved the feel of it - except when the string broke. This is the only poly string I have ever broken. Now I bought a reel of 16G (1.30mm) Element Rough at a discount - I am wondering if the thicker gauge or Rough needs any adaptations for string tension.
 
Element rough plays very slightly softer than regular element in the same gauge because of the texturing. Start at the same tension then adjust. There’s not a giant difference between the 125, 130, and rough 130 if you ask me, so adjustment will hopefully be minimal.
 
I strung it at 52 mains and 50 crosses, and loved that setup. As mentioned by colan@, I did not see a difference between Rough and regular.
Thanks for your inputs.
 
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