Braking Devices

Store your brake bar rack in this handy pouch to keep bars together and minimize the jingle factor when not in use. The PMI Bar-Tender fits any size rack, with or without a hyper bar.

Specs

• Fits any size rack
• 4 x 8"
• Quick release buckle closed and cinch tight
• Velcro closure
• Cordura sheath"

Auxiliary brake for mechanical Prusik on single ropes, for tree care.

The Quantum fall arrest device is a new product that is suitable for a two person rescue. This self-trailing rope grab is designed to move on the rope easily. A unique cam (patent pending) actually grips the rope in two places and is designed to not damage the sheath of the rope while providing minimum slippage during an arrest.

Specs

• Opening catch allows easy attachment and detachment from the rope
• All parts are visible for ease of inspection and maintenance
• An additional energy absorber is not required
• Can be used with a dynamic rope lanyard
• Made with high strength alloy with stainless steel friction surfaces

Larger version of the popular Rescue 8 with ears. Made for ropes up to 5/8 (16 mm).

Type #304 stainless steel construction, with a welded eye for extra strength. Each eye weld is inspected for dye penetration before shipping. Average tensile of material used is over 10,000 lbf.

Machined from12.5-mm (1/2-inch) plate, our classic Rescue 8 design has been refined for even better performance with todays selection of life safety rope. Descenders no longer routinely use 16-mm (5/8-in) rope, so the smaller dimensions of our Rescue 8 provide greater control. The proprietary black finish on the aluminum model provides outstanding wear resistance, while the nickel-chrome-plated steel model excels in high-wear situations, such as sandy, gritty environments. The extended carabiner hole accommodates multiple carabiners.

* Certified range of rope diameters and CMCs recommendation for best performance.

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About CMCs Super Black Finish
The CMC 3D, Rescue Rack, Rappel 8, and Rescue 8 products feature an exceptionally long-wear proprietary finish because typical hard or soft anodizing on aluminum descenders eventually wears through. This finish also prevents transfer of material onto the rope, common with bare aluminum components. After years of heavy use, our products and test samples with this Super Black Finish continue to be used in CMC School classes without showing any indication of the finish wearing through.

Rescue Industry Applications
The Rescue 8 descender is a type of descent devicecommonly referred towithin the technical rescue industry as afigure eight descender and isusedfor rappelling anddescent maneuvers in the field in search and rescue (SAR), urban search & rescue (USAR) and has solution applications for fire rescue and industrial rope access.

CMC’s Rescue Rack offers several innovative features to provide enhanced performance. The large diameter aluminum bars provide excellent control for rescue loads. These bars are center drilled to reduce weight and allow for better heat dissipation. The proprietary black finish also prevents transfer of material to the rope, common with bare aluminum bars. The Turbo Bar at the top has a tie-off pin on the side. The second bar has a straight slot to help warn the user of a mis-rigged rack. Since the top two bars do most of the work, they are a full one inch in diameter. The next four angled slot bars are 7/8-inch diameter. The stainless steel frame has a welded eye. Comes assembled, ready for use.

About CMC’s Super Black Finish
The CMC 3D, Rescue Rack, and Rescue 8 products feature an exceptionally long-wear proprietary finish because typical hard or soft anodizing on aluminum descenders eventually wears through. This finish also prevents transfer of material onto the rope, common with bare aluminum components. After years of heavy use, our products and test samples with this Super Black Finish continue to be used in CMC School classes without showing any indication of the finish wearing through.

Specs

Type #304 stainless steel construction, with a welded eye for extra strength. Each eye weld is inspected for dye penetration before shipping. Average tensile of material used is over 10,000 lbf.

Specs

• Stainless Steel

Type #304 stainless steel construction, with a welded eye for extra strength. Each eye weld is inspected for dye penetration before shipping. Average tensile of material used is over 10,000 lbf.

Specs

• Stainless Steel

Type #304 stainless steel construction, with a welded eye for extra strength. Each eye weld is inspected for dye penetration before shipping. Average tensile of material used is over 10,000 lbf.

Specs

• Stainless Steel

SMC‚ Compact U Rack has many advantages over other small U racks beyond SMC‚ quality manufacturing. The ingenious design prevents the bars from sliding around the bottom of the rack. The standard rack width allows it to be rigged on two ropes. The upper and lower tie off bars provide a greater variability of friction and secure tie off.

Specs

• Stainless Steel

The NFPA rack is sold as a complete un-assembled kit so you can arrange it for right-hand or left-hand use. SMC has also added a 17.9 long rack to complete the line.

Specs

• 1 six-bar rappel rack
• 1 stainless steel tie-off bar
• 1 anodized aluminum grooved straight slot bar
• 4 aluminum angled brake bars

The SMC Micro U-Rack assembly is the smallest and lightest of all SMC Rappel Racks. The design is based on the same principles of our proven NFPA Rappel Racks but more suited for sport climbing and caving expeditions. This device is ideal for either a long rappel or lowering as it evenly distributes the weight between both sides of the rack and does not allow the rope to twist.

Easy to rig and handle when wearing gloves, this descender has smooth action on belay or rappel. Works well with either single or double ropes from 8 mm to 12.5 mm. Additional friction is gained by increasing the number of wraps.

Specs

When easy application and removal of an escape descender is desired, the SMC Escape 8 is a convenient choice. Familiar figure 8 shape is modified and optimized for descending on small diameter ropes.

Specs

The NFPA rack is sold as a complete un-assembled kit so you can arrange it for right-hand or left-hand use. SMC has also added a 17.9 long rack to complete the line.

The SMC Spider is an Auto Braking NFPA T Rated Descender designed for work positioning and personal descent. The Spider provides persons working at height the ability to easily maneuver and secure themselves while on the fly. Allowing users to easily load and unload from the device without having to unclip from their harness, it is an ideal descender for window washers, fire fighters, and industrial workers who need a device that provides them with optimal strength and performance.

Angled slot brake bars formed in a “U” shape. Stainless steel bars will not leave aluminum streaks on your rope and will last longer than aluminum bars. Available with or without training groove.

Specs

Angled slot brake bars formed in a U shape. Stainless steel bars will not leave aluminum streaks on your rope and will last longer than aluminum bars. Available with or without training groove.

Specs

• Stainless Steel

Large 1 diameter hyper-bar with extension and pin to make locking off easier as well as providing additional friction when needed. Use as a top bar.

The 7/8 top bar is designed to stay on your rack and virtually last forever. Has machined groove to keep the rope centered. Core drill out keeps this bar cool and lightweight. Use only one top bar per rack.

Large 1" diameter hyper-bar with extension and pin to make locking off easier as well as providing additional friction when needed. Use as a top bar.

Specs

• Stainless rope guide ensures rope enters capstan at the correct angle
• Clip points are included for use of progress capture devices
• Anodized Aluminum
• Made in the USA

With the same overall dimensions as SMC‚ NFPA long rappel rack but in a U style rack. Available with aluminum bars and a stainless tie-off bar. What makes this rack different than most other U racks is a proprietary design that allows the aluminum bars to unlatch for ease of use yet not pass around the bend of the rack and thereby become misaligned.

Specs

• Hinged bars for easier/faster rigging
• Strong secure connection
• Stainless steel tie-off bar
• 5 Aluminum Bars