Rope Rider® Controlled Descent Device

The Rope Rider® is a manually operated controlled descent device which is most commonly used for suspended work positioning.

The Rope Rider® can also be used by trained personnel in an emergency situation for self-evacuation or to lower a casualty from an elevated workstation.

This personal lowering device offers unique design features:

  • Duel braking system – the brake engages if the user lets go or panics
  • Made out of Machined Aircraft Grade Aluminum for tenacity and endurance
  • Spring loaded to control rope movement
  • Three rope slots to fine tune descent rate
  • Solid connecting eye to link the harness, seat board and other apparatus

*The Rope Rider® must be used in conjunction with a Vertical Fall Arrest System.

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Specifications

The Rope Rider® is designed for everyday use with 9.5 mm, 11 mm and 13 mm nylon or polyester kernmantle.

WEIGHT CAPACITY: 
1 PERSON: 130-310 LBS
2 PERSON (RESCUE) MAX: 620 LB

Standards