Small, lightweight rope-grabbing devices ride a vertical lifeline and automatically lock in place if a fall occurs.
Gemtor VF505 Series Rope Grabs for synthetic rope lifelines qualify as OSHA-compliant energy absorbing components of a fall arrest system.
Model #
VW655 & VF404 must be used with an energy absorbing lanyard that
reduces forces to 1800 lbs. or less.
When using any rope grab,
freefall distance must never exceed 6'. The best way to ensure a
freefall of 6' or less is to use a 2' or 3' long lanyard. |
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Model
# VF505 - Rope Grab
Automatic
energy absorbing rope grab follows a worker up and down a 5/8"-
3/4" diameter vertical synthetic lifeline. The unit's controlled,
shock-absorbing action eliminates the need for an energy absorbing
lanyard. The patented design allows the rope grab to be attached,
detached and positioned at any point on the vertical lifeline.
Weighs 1 1/2 lbs. and is made of stainless steel. New York State
Approval # 9502
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here for compatible lifelines |
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VF505WL3
- Model # VF505 rope grab with permanently attached
3' long x 1" wide polyester web lanyard with Model #
5155 locking snaphook with 3600 lbs.
gate. |
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Model
# VF404WL3 - Rope Grab with integral 3' Energy Absorbing Lanyard
Rope Grab for 5/8"
diameter vertical synthetic lifelines.
The grab is made of zinc plated steel for excellent corrosion resistance
and features a large, snaphook compatible connection ring and
permanently attached 3' long
polyester web energy absorbing lanyard with Model # 5155 locking snaphook
with 3600 lbs. gate.
The Model # VF404WL3 rope grab is threaded onto the lifeline at the
free end and stays with the lifeline so that it is always there when you
need it.
Other
Available Models:
VF404
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Same as above except without
permanently attached energy
absorbing lanyard.
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here for compatible lifeline |
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Synthetic Rope Lifelines
A #5155 Locking snaphook
spliced to one end only, perfect for use as a lifeline for rope grabs.
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| Model # |
Description |
Usage |
| 2122L |
5/8" Nylon rope |
lifeline |
| 2124L |
5/8" Poly-blend rope |
lifeline |
| 2125L |
5/8" Polyester rope |
lifeline |
| 2126L |
5/8"
HSP* rope |
lifeline |
| 2132L |
3/4" Nylon rope |
lifeline |
| 2134L |
3/4" Poly-blend rope |
lifeline |
| 2135L |
3/4"
Polyester rope |
lifeline |
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Specify length when
ordering, other connectors available (click
here for connector options) |
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Model
# VW655 - Cable Grab
Stainless steel cable grab for use with 5/16" - 3/8" diameter stainless steel wire
rope (7x19 aircraft cable, non-lubed). Can be attached, detached, and positioned at any point on the vertical lifeline. Weighs 1 1/2 lbs. An energy absorber lanyard shall be used for connection to a full-body harness.
Other
Available Models:
VW655SP1L - Cable Grab with integral
2' long energy absorbing lanyard
Cable grab with attached 2' long
soft-pack energy absorbing lanyard. with
#5155 locking snaphook (3600 lbs. gate).
CSA Z259.11 approved lanyard.
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here for compatible lifeline |
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Wire Rope Lifelines
Model # A-627L - 5/16" diameter stainless steel,
7x 19, wire rope lifeline with a
#5155 locking snaphook swaged at one end, and a stop swaged at
the other end. For use with Model #
VW655 wire rope grab.
(shown)
Model # A-626L - 5/16"
diameter galvanized steel, 7x 19, wire
rope lifeline with a #5155 locking
snaphook swaged at one end, and a stop
swaged at other end.
Model # A-626SE - 5/16"
diameter galvanized steel, 7x 19, wire
rope lifeline with a thimble swaged at
each end.
Model # A-626SL - 5/16"
diameter galvanized steel, 7x 19, wire
rope lifeline with a #5155 locking
snaphook swaged at one end, and a
thimble
swaged at the other end.
Specify length when ordering, other
connectors and configurations available
(click here for connector
options) |
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Wire Rope Lifeline
with Protective Sleeve
Designed for use with Gemtor cable grab.
Made of 5⁄16" diameter, 7x19, stainless
steel wire rope. The lifeline has a 5"
loop at one end and a heat shrink cap at
the other end. Features a
Kevlar/Fiberglass sleeve at loop end for
protection over a sharp edge. Available
in lengths from 50' to 500'
Available Models:
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Model # |
Length |
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Model # |
Length |
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20-050K |
50' |
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20-300K |
300' |
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20-100K |
100' |
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20-350K |
350' |
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20-150K |
150' |
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20-400K |
400' |
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20-200K |
200' |
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20-150K |
450' |
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20-250K |
250' |
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20-500K |
500' |
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