Hammock Hang Calculator
Construction & Home ImprovementCalculates the anchor height and suspension length needed to hang a hammock safely and comfortably between two anchor points.
Anchor Height (ft)
The height each anchor point should be above the ground.
Suspension Length per Side (in)
72.05
The length of suspension cord needed on each side, at your chosen hang angle.
Cord Tension (lb)
175.0
The approximate tension each suspension cord must bear -- lower hang angles mean higher tension.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Why does a lower hang angle increase cord tension?
At a shallow angle, most of the pull on the suspension cord is horizontal rather than vertical, so it takes much more total tension to support the same vertical weight -- this is the same physics as a tightly stretched clothesline sagging under load.
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