SAR A-B Descender
SAR A-B Descender
The A-B Descender has been designed for Technical Rope Access, Intervention/Special Forces and Rescue. It has been designed to overcome some of the problems that occur with other devices and comply fully, with the correct European Standard for this type of descender/rope adjustment device.
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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
SAR A-B Descender
The A-B Descender is a multi-use device for industrial rope access, rescue and intervention/ tactical applications. It can be used as a personal descender, a lowering device, or for progress capture in a hauling system, as well as forming part of a rescue kit.
The handle can be used in basic squeeze to go mode, or it can be flipped down for extra leverage and more precision. The handle is spring loaded to return to the storage position when not in use.
The A-B features a Panic Grab Brake (PGB), which will halt the descent if the handle is pulled too hard. The PGB can be disengaged for experienced users, or for those who require a faster descent (eg. Intervention)
The A-B conforms to EN12841-C as a standalone rope adjustment device (descender). It also conforms to EN341/2D (descenders for rescue), which is for use as part of a system and must be used with the type of rope with which it was tested.
Specifications:
EN12841:
- Max load: 150kg (max 200kg for rescue)
- Rope: 10.5mm – 11mm diameter EN1891-A
EN341:
- Min user weight: 40kg
- Max user weight: 120kg
- Rope: Specified 10.5mm to 11mm EN1891 (see user guide)Max 1x 200m descent (may be re-used following inspection)
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Specification
Descender
Device Functions | Anti Panic Function |
|---|---|
Rope Compatibility | Semi-Static 10.5 to 12.5mm |
Maximum Working Load (kg) | 300kg |
General
Industrial or Sport Use | Industrial |
|---|---|
Material | Aluminium |
Colour | Black |
Conformity | CE EN12841 Type C EN341:2011/2D |
Weight (g) | 442g |