Pvc Hammock Stand Weight Limit

As you can see from the chart to the right tensile strength of pvc pipe increases as the size of the pipe increases.

Pvc hammock stand weight limit.

Making a hammock stand with pvc written by doityourself staff. The hammock pipe stand has been around for a while. 8 pvc pipe of either schedule is extremely strong for how inexpensive it is. 2 x 6 foot pieces of 3 inch pvc pipe.

The amount of weight a hammock can hold all depends on the hammock suspension and anchor. I believe speer was the first to build one back in 2004 the jacks from jacks r better built a similar pipe stand for their displays out of 2 in. Both legs are now complete. Take the 24 lengths of pipe and attach them to the opposite ends of the tee fittings with pvc cement.

Do not climb in to the hammock until you are certain that it will bear your weight. This weight limit is not true for all hammocks so it is important to check the manufacturer s rating. First make the legs of your pvc hammock stand starting at the feet. Pvc pipe tensile strength can be measured by hanging weight from the pipe until it bends or cracks.

Apr 27 2014 pvc hammock stands are sturdy yet inexpensive for what you get. For more information on portable hammock stands check out my guest post on section hiker. They are completely weather resistant and can be left outside no matter what the weather which saves a little hassle for you. However most hammocks will hold from 300 450 pounds safely.

On oct 16 2009.