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The model# US-5000 is a rope grabbing device that follows a worker’s movement up and down a vertical lifeline. If a fall occurs, the rope grab locks on the rope and absorbs much of the force generated during the free fall. The unique energy absorbing design of the US-5000 allows the user to Use a standard rope or web lanyard and still meet OSHA’s maximum force requirements.

Model # US-5000 is to be used with 5/8? or 3/4? diameter 3- strand synthetic rope lifeline with minimum tensile strength of 5800 Ib. Polyester type is preferred.

US-5000C Rope Grabs are made of durable non-corrosive stainless steel, brass & bronze.They 100% inspected for function, construction and material integrity and are designed to meet the performance requirements of ANSI Z359.1, OSHA 1926 (maximum 3 ft (0.9m) shock absorbing lanyard) and CSA Z259.2 (a permanently attached 3 ft (0.6m) lanyard) when used with Polysteel / Poly Pro Blend or be positioned not to exceed 6’ free fall. 5/8? (16mm) Rope and installed and maintained properly.

NOTE:This Rope Grab is intended to be used as part of a complete personal fall protection system. All other components subs stems and connectors used in conjunction or attached to this Rope Grab should be compatible and meet the appropriate OSHA /ANSI /CSA requirements for the intended application. Substandard or non-approved components could compromise the reliability of the system and jeopardize safety of the user.