Technora 1/4″ Black 12-Strand Rope by the Foot

Technora 12-Strand 1/4″ Black is a high-performance, heat-resistant aramid rope built for demanding use, perfect for fire dancing prop applications. Made from a tightly woven 12-strand construction of Technora fibre, this rope delivers exceptional strength, low stretch, and flex fatigue resistance over many cycles of use.

Unlike metal chains, which conduct heat and can become hot enough to burn skin during fire spinning, Technora stays relatively cool and doesn’t transfer heat the same way. That means fewer accidental burns caused by hot hardware coming into contact with your skin. This makes it a smart upgrade for fire spinners replacing metal chains in poi, rope darts, metor hammers, and other tethered props.

Technora itself is a para-aramid synthetic fibre known for high tensile strength, very low stretch, and excellent heat resistance, traits that have made it suitable for aerospace applications (like NASA), industrial rigging, and any environment where durability under heat and load matters. Technora’s strength-to-weight ratio rivals steel, and its fibers do not melt in normal oxygen levels, helping keep strength even when exposed to high temperatures.

Why Fire Artists Choose Technora Rope

• High Heat Resistance: Retains strength instead of degrading under heat exposure
• Does not conduct heat like metal chain, reducing risk of burns from hot harness points or handles
• Very low stretch and low creep, lending to reliable feel under load and heavy use
• Strong tensile performance relative to weight, meaning great strength without extra bulk
• Flexible 12-strand braid that works well around points of tension and rotation
• Fire rope dart tethers can be fully made of Technora, or they can act as a lead rope for the last 12″ between your choice rope and the head.

This rope strikes a strong balance of durability and heat performance, which is why high-temp rope systems use similar materials in rescue, rigging, and aerospace environments. For fire dancing props where heat and safety are priorities, Technora is a dependable choice.

We recommend Brummel Splices using a splicing fid when connecting Technora to eye bolts, swivels, or creating loops for handles (such as in rope dart or meteor hammer leashes).