Rope clamps

Rope ascension and hauling

Rope clamps are primarily used for progression on ropes and for creating haul systems.

Rope clamps for progression
They are easy and quick to use, for efficiency during progression, for passing intermediate anchors and for transitioning from ascending to descending. The rope is grabbed by a toothed, spring-loaded cam. When the catch is locked in the open position, the rope is freed and easy to install on the clamp. These rope clamps are adapted for use even on dirty or icy ropes.

Rope clamps for hauling
Used for less intensive work than equipment used for progression, these rope clamps use a removable cam to block the rope. This mechanism ensures a permanent connection between the rope and the clamp, but requires that the cam be removed in order to install the rope. Depending on how often the system is to be used, cam-loaded rope clamps have a bolted axle or a locking pin, which is quicker to manipulate. Versatile and easier to install, the BASIC rope clamp has a toothed cam for quicker use.

New products for 2009
Petzl's rope clamps for progression have evolved technically to offer many new features, such as a more comfortable handle and smoother rope glide. Another innovation is the ASCENTREE, a new double-handle designed for arborists.

Photo (c) Arnaud Childéric / Association COPALME (Gourmand/Ambiehl)