Products tagged with 'descender'

The Petzl Rig Descender is a compact, self-braking descender for use in rope access by experienced users. It features an ergonomic handle that allows for a comfortable descent control and its auto-lock system allows users to easily position themselves at the work station, without having to manipulate the handle or tie off the device. Once locked, the rope can be taken up without having to manipulate the handle. The safety gate allows the rope to be installed with the device remaining connected to the harness.

The DMM Figure 8 is the perfect choice for both group and solo abseiling, featuring a wide karabiner hole that can accommodate two karabiners - ideal for rescue situations. If you frequently abseil and find your belay device overheating or wearing out quickly, the DMM Figure 8 offers a durable, reliable solution that ensures smooth descents every time.

The Kong Big 8 is a 'figure of 8' canyoning descender made with aluminium alloy. It has wings for creating a locking knot and is perfect for belaying the first climber with double ropes, as its large central opening (7cm) allows you to overcome any knots on the ropes. The Big 8 weighs in at 172 grams and its large dimensions allow you to work with thick ropes, ranging from 9mm to 16mm in diameter. It also has a very high breaking load of 40kN.

The Kong Oka is a descender that's been especially conceived for canyoning, designed not only for progression on rope but also for use in emergency, recovery and rescue situations which are very difficult to manage with other devices.

The Megawatt is the new universal descender from Edelrid, it's intuitive and reliable with a wide range of potential uses when working with ropes and in rescue scenarios. Edelrid have focused on keeping compact dimensions and a low weight during the development of this descender, and it fulfils four important work safety standards. The lever itself is made of a two-component material with rubber inserts for maximum grip. The integrated anti-panic function significantly reduces the risk of an accident in the event of a loss of control.

The Petzl Pirana Club is an adjustable friction descender for canyoning that's designed for group use and beginners to the sport. It has three rope installation options and allows you to adapt the degree of friction before initiating a descent. It works well when used both right-handed and left-handed. The plastic ring makes rope installation easier, keeping the device connected to the harness and limiting the risk of dropping the device.

The Petzl Auxiliary open brake for I'D has been designed for I'D self-braking descenders. It may be used to increase the friction in accordance with the weight of the load and the diameter of the rope, or to release the rope at any time.

The SafeTec Flow D05 Descender (with anti-panic) is a self-locking, practical and efficient device for controlled descents. The anti-panic device further increases the safety of inexperienced users. The Flow descender is suitable for use in vertical activities such as rope access, rope rescue systems, working at height and adventure activities like abseiling or waterfall descents.