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Can I use 1/8" SS wire rope to hold up a hammock?

July 13th, 2010 Leave a comment Go to comments

The working load is about 300 pounds. I was thinking maybe I could use two pieces for each side, for extra safety, but I’m not positive that this is a good idea.

Thanks!

  1. Bricky Local 9 PA
    July 13th, 2010 at 15:42 | #1
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    nylon rope would have more give to it and maybe less wear and tear on the hammock

  2. holykrikey
    July 13th, 2010 at 15:42 | #2
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    no, not strong enough and it is too thin anyway.

  3. dgr0919
    July 13th, 2010 at 15:42 | #3
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    you could probably get away with it, but i’d rather see you use 3/16" wire rope, if you are set on using wire

  4. bbj1776
    July 13th, 2010 at 15:42 | #4
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    Depend on who using the hammock.
    Two piece together have to be at the same length and tension for it to be rated at 600lbs. Hard to do, one would break then the other. If a 200lbs person jumps in the hammock, the force could accede the weight load.
    use a bigger cable or a chain.

  5. split dog
    July 13th, 2010 at 15:42 | #5
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    Don’t see why not.
    If you already have the wire rope , a marine supply store should be able to give you the tensile strength.
    Only thing about 1/8" is it ( or any other wire rope loses strength if kinked).
    If you are going to buy the stuff a marine supply will also be able to put on proper fittings which will not compromise strength.
    Even small diameter sailboat rigging can be subject to loads way above 300lbs.

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