Rigging Descenders
Rappel devices or descenders have many uses. A descender may be used as a friction brake for light duty lowering or may be used to tension a speed line by the ground person. They also can be used for personal descent on 11mm or 1/2" climbing rope. Minimum tensile strength of all products is 6000 lbs.
This aluminum traditional Figure 8 with ears is built for heavier loads or bigger ropes. Can be used for climbing or as a friction brake to lower loads. 9000 lbs. tensile strength. The smooth surface protects rope from abrasion.
You can rely on the 50kN, 11,250 lbs tensile strength of this steel descender for either personal rope descent or for establishing a rigging system for lowering branches.
FEATURES:
• Sturdy forged steel body
• Large inner diameter with ears and belay slots that allows for more control while descending or belaying with heavy load
• Ears allows user to tie off the rope and use both hands freely
• Ideal for fast use in adverse conditions and easier to handle heavy loads
• Extra large carabiner holes provides room for multiple carabiners
Shipping Weight : | 1 lbs. |
Size : | 5 1/2 in. |
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The large rigging hub from DMM features four kidney shaped slots, a super strong central eye and four smaller clipping eyes that give numerous options for complex rigging. The hub features textile friendly connection points suitable for rope, webbing and opposed connectors. Central hole can accommodate a running rope and facilitates 3D rigging.Super high breaking strength of 45kN (outer kidney slots) and 150kN (central eye). CNC machined from top grade alloy for strength, durability and lightness, anodized to BS EN 7599:2010 AA10 and sealed for corrosion protection