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Rope for Swings
Synthetic hemp rope with a soft and easy grip, ideal for garden swings.
Diameters available from 20mm – 36mm.
Key properties at a glance:
- Synthetic man-made hemp alternative
- Rot, UV and weather resistant
- Lightweight, versatile with good strength
- Soft and easy grip
- Good knot stability
- Made in Europe
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£4.06 inc. VATDiameter : 24mmLength : Sold by MeterBreak load : 4930 KGBreak Load Certified? : NoSafe Working Load : 704 kgMaterial : Synthetic HempConstruction : Twisted 3 strandColour : BeigeStretch : Low elasticityAbrasion resistance : GoodUV Resistance : GoodBiodegradable : NoMelting Point : 170CCharring Point : Does not charRot Resistant : YesSwells When Wet : NoStrength: Wet vs Dry : No ChangeAcid Resistance : GoodAlkali Resistance : GoodDensity : 0.91Floats? : YesHandling : Soft & TexturedOdour : NoneTreated With : No TreatmentSafe for Animals : NoKnot Retention : GoodEase of Splicing : Very EasyManufactured In : Europe
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£6.32 inc. VATDiameter : 28mmLength : Sold by MeterBreak load : UnknownBreak Load Certified? : NoSafe Working Load : UnknownMaterial : Synthetic HempConstruction : Twisted 3 strandColour : BeigeStretch : Low elasticityAbrasion resistance : GoodUV Resistance : GoodBiodegradable : NoMelting Point : 170CCharring Point : Does not charRot Resistant : YesSwells When Wet : NoStrength: Wet vs Dry : No ChangeAcid Resistance : GoodAlkali Resistance : GoodDensity : 0.91Floats? : YesHandling : Soft & TexturedOdour : NoneTreated With : No TreatmentSafe for Animals : NoKnot Retention : GoodEase of Splicing : Very EasyManufactured In : Europe
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£8.57 inc. VATDiameter : 36mmLength : Sold by MeterBreak load : UnknownBreak Load Certified? : NoSafe Working Load : UnknownMaterial : Synthetic HempConstruction : Twisted 3 strandColour : BeigeStretch : Low elasticityAbrasion resistance : GoodUV Resistance : GoodBiodegradable : NoMelting Point : 170CCharring Point : Does not charRot Resistant : YesSwells When Wet : NoStrength: Wet vs Dry : No ChangeAcid Resistance : GoodAlkali Resistance : GoodDensity : 0.91Floats? : YesHandling : Soft & TexturedOdour : NoneTreated With : No TreatmentSafe for Animals : NoKnot Retention : GoodEase of Splicing : Very EasyManufactured In : Europe
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£3.19 inc. VATDiameter : 20mmLength : Sold by MeterBreak load : 4220 KGBreak Load Certified? : NoSafe Working Load : 603 kgMaterial : Synthetic HempConstruction : Twisted 3 strandColour : BeigeStretch : Low elasticityAbrasion resistance : GoodUV Resistance : GoodBiodegradable : NoMelting Point : 170CCharring Point : Does not charRot Resistant : YesSwells When Wet : NoStrength: Wet vs Dry : No ChangeAcid Resistance : GoodAlkali Resistance : GoodDensity : 0.91Floats? : YesHandling : Soft & TexturedOdour : NoneTreated With : No TreatmentSafe for Animals : NoKnot Retention : GoodEase of Splicing : Very EasyManufactured In : Europe
Synthetic Hemp Rope Technical Details
Diameter / Weight / Break load
| Diameter | Weight per 220m (kg) | Break load (kg)* |
| 20mm | 42 | 4,220 |
| 24mm | 57 | 4,930 |
| 28mm | 60 | 6,590 |
| 32mm | 88 | 8,460 |
| 36mm | 112 | 10,600 |
*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 | Good |
| Rot and mould | Yes |
| Chemical | Resistant to most acids, alkalis and organic solvents |
Properties
| Properties | Description |
| Construction | Twisted 3-strand, Polypropylene base |
| Material | Synthetic |
| Quality certified | ISO 9002 |
| Appearance | Light sandy beige. Matte surface. Traditional appearance |
| Feel | Soft, smooth and slightly fuzzy surface |
| Handling | Very lightweight, easy grip & pliable. Easier on hands than natural alternatives e.g. Manila |
| Density | 0.91 |
| Strength (dry) |
Suitable for lighter loads. Not as strong as other synthetics or White Staple Spun. |
| Strength (wet) | No loss of strength |
| Shock absorbency | Good |
| Stretch (elasticity) | Low |
| Performance in water | Floats. Does not absorb water. Does not shrink or swell |
| Melting point | 170°C |
| Biodegradable | No |
| Storage | Wet or dry environments |
| Knot retention | Good |
| Can be spliced? | Yes – easily |
| Can be cut? | Yes but ends will unravel if not treated |