Table 1
Physical properties of sisal and jute fiber.
Physical property Sisal fiber Jute fiber
Density (g/cm3
) 1.41 1.4
Elongation at break (%) 6–7 1.8
Cellulose content (%) 60–65 50–57
Lignin content (%) 10–14 8–10
Tensile strength (MPa) 350–370 400–800
Young’s modulus (GPa) 12.8 30-Oct
Diameter (lm) 205–230 160–185
Lumen size (lm) 11 12