Petzl Basic Rope Ascender Rope Clamp
Petzl BASIC Compact, Versatile rope clamp
The Petzl Basic is a compact versatile and lightweight rope clamp with excellent grip. For use with ropes of diameters between 8 and 11mm.
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Deliveries
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We pride ourselves on our excellent service and aim to despatch all orders promptly. If you order before 3pm Monday to Friday we will try to send it out that day, for next working day delivery. Orders:
- placed after 3pm Monday to Thursday will be processed the next day
- placed after 3pm on a Friday or at a weekend or on a Bank Holiday will be processed on the next working day
- Orders to the Highlands, Islands and Out of Area may be a two-day delivery and overseas will be longer
Please call us for time-critical orders, so we can process the order as a matter of urgency and confirm the delivery schedule.
All goods are subject to availability. If we can't supply your goods within 30 days from the date of order, we will inform you immediately and let you know the expected delivery date.
Courier service
If you opt for a courier delivery, you will receive an email or text on the day we despatch your order, informing you that it is enroute. On the morning of delivery, at around 07:30, you will receive a further email or text giving you a 1-hour delivery time slot. Please therefore ensure that you have given us the correct mobile number and email address.
Couriers are extremely busy during Christmas and the sales, so please allow extra time.
We will not be held liable for any consequential loss caused by late or failed deliveries.
Timed deliveries / Saturday & Sunday deliveries
We can arrange timed deliveries for:
Weekdays:
- pre-10:30am
- pre-12 (midday)
Weekends:
- Saturday pre-10:30am
- Saturday pre-12 (midday)
- Sunday (anytime)
Some of the timed delivery options are available via the website, for others including a Sunday delivery, please call the office for a confirmed price and to arrange the alternate delivery.
Important Note:
Timed deliveries are subject to stock availability (we will contact you if any of your order is not in stock, so you can confirm if you would like us to split the delivery) and must be placed by 3pm Monday to Friday. Please call us if it's after 3pm as we may still be able to catch our couriers.
Description
Petzl BASIC Compact, Versatile rope clamp
The Petzl Basic can be used to ascend a fixed rope, or as a progress capture in a hauling system.
Key Features
- Toothed cam with self-cleaning slot optimise performance under any condition (e.g. rope that is icy muddy etc.). The stainless steel cam has better resistance to corrosion.
- Wider lower hole allows lanyard and foot loop karabiners to be easily connected.
- Upper hole for clipping a Karabiner around the rope.
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Specification
Rope Grab/Clamp
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Cam / Grip Type
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Toothed Cam / Grip
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Rope Size Range (mm)
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8mm to 11mm rope
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General
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Industrial or Sport Use
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Sport
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Material
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Aluminium, Nylon, Stainless Steel,
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Conformity
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UIAA
CE EN567
CE EN12841 Type B
EAC
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Weight (g)
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85g
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Associated Products
Petzl Footcord Adjustable Cordage Foot Loop
Petzl C48A Footcord Attaches to the Ascension handled rope clamp or the Basic rope clamp for rope ascents.
Petzl Footape Adjustable Webbing Foot Loop
Footloop for use with an ascender/jammer e.g. Petzl Ascension Hand Ascender or the Petzl Basic. Made from reinforced abrasion resistant webbing tape, it can be easily and quickly adjusted using the DoubleBack buckle for the users specific needs. The tread area is slightly rigid to make it easier to step in to and there is an elastic keeper that can be used to help keep the foot in the loop.