I'd be curious to see how the hemp rope performed after being tarred with Stockholm Tar. In olden days, most ropes in service would have been tarred to mitigate rotting of the organic material. In my own experience, I've found that the tar also softens and lubricates the fibers in the rope, allowing them to move against each other more easily. Would this cause an increase in strength?
Hi there! That's a fascinating suggestion! Tar has been used for centuries to protect and preserve ropes. While it can enhance flexibility and durability, the impact on tensile strength is an intriguing question. We appreciate your input, and we'll certainly consider it for future tests. Stay tuned for more rope-related experiments!
@@Ravenox Hello, thank you for your kind words. I would suggest that there might be something to the use of tar since the ropes tested are organic materials and thus must be rotting/degrading from the day the plant was harvested. Even when stored in great conditions, the natural material is under constant attack from microbes that want to eat on it, right? I would think that saturating the rope with good pine tar that's full of anti-microbial/bacterial substances means that you're at least preserving the quality of the organic material to some degree. That the tar also lubricates the fibers so they can move across one another with minimal friction would seem to be a bonus. I've ever seen any testing to quantify if there is a measurable benefit to applying tar, but I think the logic is sound. The older the rope, the drier the fibers and the longer the microbial things have had to weaken it. If pine tar can slow down just that one key thing, then I think the rope will perform better than an untreated rope of the same age. The question is whether or not the difference is enough to warrant the cost of tarring the lines.
@@threeriversforge1997 Thank you for sharing your insights! You make a valid point about the benefits of tar in preserving organic ropes and enhancing their longevity. At Ravenox, we take pride in offering high-quality natural fiber ropes that cater to a wide range of customers, including those who prefer untarred ropes for various applications. By not tarring our ropes, we can provide a cost-effective and versatile option that appeals to a broader customer base. However, we do understand the demand for tarred hemp ropes in specific applications and among certain demographics. Rest assured, we're continuously exploring options and innovations to meet the needs of our customers. In the future, if there's a demand for tarred ropes, we'll certainly consider it and conduct tests to ensure their quality and performance. Your valuable input helps us in our quest to provide the best rope solutions for everyone. Stay tuned for updates, and thank you for being a part of the Ravenox community!
@@threeriversforge1997 Thank you so much for your kind words and appreciation! We're truly dedicated to crafting top-quality ropes and cords and maintaining the highest standards. It's individuals like you who motivate us to keep pushing the boundaries of excellence. If you have any more questions or ideas, feel free to share them with us. We're here to serve you!
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I believe the test method you've been using is ASTM D-4268, not D-6268 (video 0:10)
I'd be curious to see how the hemp rope performed after being tarred with Stockholm Tar. In olden days, most ropes in service would have been tarred to mitigate rotting of the organic material. In my own experience, I've found that the tar also softens and lubricates the fibers in the rope, allowing them to move against each other more easily. Would this cause an increase in strength?
Hi there! That's a fascinating suggestion! Tar has been used for centuries to protect and preserve ropes. While it can enhance flexibility and durability, the impact on tensile strength is an intriguing question. We appreciate your input, and we'll certainly consider it for future tests. Stay tuned for more rope-related experiments!
@@Ravenox Hello, thank you for your kind words. I would suggest that there might be something to the use of tar since the ropes tested are organic materials and thus must be rotting/degrading from the day the plant was harvested. Even when stored in great conditions, the natural material is under constant attack from microbes that want to eat on it, right? I would think that saturating the rope with good pine tar that's full of anti-microbial/bacterial substances means that you're at least preserving the quality of the organic material to some degree. That the tar also lubricates the fibers so they can move across one another with minimal friction would seem to be a bonus. I've ever seen any testing to quantify if there is a measurable benefit to applying tar, but I think the logic is sound. The older the rope, the drier the fibers and the longer the microbial things have had to weaken it. If pine tar can slow down just that one key thing, then I think the rope will perform better than an untreated rope of the same age. The question is whether or not the difference is enough to warrant the cost of tarring the lines.
@@threeriversforge1997 Thank you for sharing your insights! You make a valid point about the benefits of tar in preserving organic ropes and enhancing their longevity. At Ravenox, we take pride in offering high-quality natural fiber ropes that cater to a wide range of customers, including those who prefer untarred ropes for various applications. By not tarring our ropes, we can provide a cost-effective and versatile option that appeals to a broader customer base.
However, we do understand the demand for tarred hemp ropes in specific applications and among certain demographics. Rest assured, we're continuously exploring options and innovations to meet the needs of our customers. In the future, if there's a demand for tarred ropes, we'll certainly consider it and conduct tests to ensure their quality and performance. Your valuable input helps us in our quest to provide the best rope solutions for everyone. Stay tuned for updates, and thank you for being a part of the Ravenox community!
@@Ravenox You're awesome! And your dedication to producing quality product is admirable in this day and age.
@@threeriversforge1997 Thank you so much for your kind words and appreciation! We're truly dedicated to crafting top-quality ropes and cords and maintaining the highest standards. It's individuals like you who motivate us to keep pushing the boundaries of excellence. If you have any more questions or ideas, feel free to share them with us. We're here to serve you!