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Asked: June 30, 20202020-06-30T01:50:31-04:00 2020-06-30T01:50:31-04:00In: Automotive

Is hemp stronger than fiberglass?

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    1. HempGuru

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      2020-08-16T12:50:07-04:00Added an answer on August 16, 2020 at 12:50 pm

      What most people don’t realize is that hemp has been commercially used as an alternative to synthetic plastics for decades in many industries. Fiberglass, in particular, is being replaced by hemp-based plastic materials for several reasons. Hemp plastics are extremely strong and yet very lightweight and can, therefore, provide various functional efficiencies. Whether they are more durable than fiberglass will depend on how they are manufactured. But hemp is also entirely sustainable, non-hazardous, and provides excellent insulation compared to the regular fiberglass material.

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      2020-08-16T12:50:52-04:00Added an answer on August 16, 2020 at 12:50 pm

      Whether you work in construction or you want to know a little more about hemp composite vs. fiberglass, there are a few distinct differences between the two. Both hemp and fiberglass are both incredibly strong. However, there are certain situations where one is better suited to a job than another.

      Hemp fiber is also significantly cheaper than carbon fiber to buy and process. Because of the strength of both of these materials, some companies are now combining fiberglass with hemp to deliver the ultimate solution in terms of performance across a range of applications.

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      2020-07-26T13:14:47-04:00Added an answer on July 26, 2020 at 1:14 pm

      For a natural fiber substitute to fiberglass, you can’t get better than hemp fibers. As a hole, hemp fibers insulate better than fiberglass and are more durable. Because hemp is a sustainable resource, you do not have to worry about harming the environment for production. You really also do not have to worry about the health concerns of fiberglass with hemp fibers.

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      2020-07-25T10:48:08-04:00Added an answer on July 25, 2020 at 10:48 am

      Hemp is known to be stronger than fiberglass. Hemp is one of the strongest materials on the planet, even stronger than steel. Not only is hemp stronger than fiberglass, but it is also lighter in weight and far better for the environment.

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      2020-07-14T23:14:19-04:00Added an answer on July 14, 2020 at 11:14 pm

      There is not much more out there stronger than hemp. The short answer is yes, hemp is stronger than fiberglass. I’m sure there are other variations and factors that have to be considered if doing a strength test, but again the short answer is hemp wins.

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      2020-07-13T17:39:47-04:00Added an answer on July 13, 2020 at 5:39 pm

      No, it’s not necessarily, but apparently, if you combine the two, you get a super-strong composite according to this research!

      https://www.researchgate.net/publication/328005439_Studies_on_mechanical_strengths_of_hemp-glass_fibre_reinforced_epoxy_composites

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      2020-07-11T10:06:50-04:00Added an answer on July 11, 2020 at 10:06 am

      Yes, I assure you it is, and its ten times stronger and has lighter weight than fiberglass material also with the best safe experience when facing accidental traumas! Looking back at history, we would see Henry Ford building the hemp fiber car for racing cars! These days the hemp that is consumed in the outside world makes plastic production less needed, which will lead us into taking the world back to green!

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      2020-07-13T17:39:23-04:00Added an answer on July 13, 2020 at 5:39 pm

      Hemp fibers are considered one of the strongest among other natural fibers. It is the best choice as an alternative for coconut, bamboo, flax, and more natural fibers. Fiberglass is the oldest and is commonly used fiber. But hemp fiber is more cost-effective and more durable at the same time compared to fiberglass. Mechanical properties of hemp fiber are also way better than fiberglass.

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      2020-07-13T17:38:25-04:00Added an answer on July 13, 2020 at 5:38 pm

      Yes, it is! As stated above, it is much lighter than fiberglass as well. All hemp products are gaining popularity in the past few years due to it’s increased availability and falling prices.

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      2020-07-10T05:56:12-04:00Added an answer on July 10, 2020 at 5:56 am

      Not only can hemp create composites that are stronger than fiberglass, but they are also lighter and stiffer, as well!

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      2020-07-07T21:17:41-04:00Added an answer on July 7, 2020 at 9:17 pm

      Henry Ford built a car in 1941 with composite plastic made out of hemp. That hemp plastic was 10 X stronger than steel. Car manufacturers are now using hemp composite to make dashboards, door panels, and trunks. They are cheaper, stronger, and lighter than glass and fiberglass, so they are even great for gas mileage.

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      2020-07-08T18:03:09-04:00Added an answer on July 8, 2020 at 6:03 pm

      Hemp is stronger than fiberglass. Hemp fibers are both lighter and stiffer than carbon fibers, which is what fiberglass is made of.

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