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Natural Hemp Rope
Natural Hemp rope is one of the oldest natural fibre ropes in use today. Often used for decorative projects. For a synthetic alternative to Natural Hemp rope that is more suited to outdoor use, check out our Synthetic Hemp rope.
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Natural Hemp Technical Details
Diameter / Weight / Break load
| Diameter | Weight per 220m (kg) | Break load (kg)* |
| 6mm | 6 | 250 |
| 8mm | 10 | 450 |
| 10mm | 16 | 690 |
| 12mm | 24 | 980 |
| 14mm | 33 | 1,320 |
| 16mm | 42 | 1,700 |
| 18mm | 53 | 2,250 |
| 20mm | 67 | 2,650 |
| 22mm | 81 | 3,150 |
| 24mm | 96 | 3,750 |
| 28mm | 132 | 5,050 |
| 32mm | 171 | 6,500 |
| 36mm | 217 | 8,150 |
| 40mm | 268 | 10,000 |
| 48mm | 385 | 14,200 |
*Break load for indication purposes only. Not test certified. Break loads will also lower as a result of splicing and knotting.
Resistance
| Resistance | Description |
| UV resistance | Good |
| Abrasion resistance | Poor |
| Rot and mould | No |
Properties
| Properties | Description |
| Construction | Twisted 3 & 4-strand. Made from fibres from the non-drug strain of the Canabis plant |
| Material | Natural |
| Appearance | Light golden brown colour, slightly fuzzy and hairy appearance. Natural, organic, classic look |
| Feel | Soft and hairy to touch |
| Handling | Supple and easier on the hands than Sisal & Manila. Harder than Jute to touch |
| Strength (dry) | Good, but not suitable for uses where strength is the main requirement e.g.: lifting |
| Stretch (elasticity) | Low |
| Biodegradable | Yes |
| Storage | Dry environment only |
| Knot retention | Good |
| Can be dyed? | Yes |
| Odour | Known to have a strong odour which can be treated with fabric softener to reduce |