Rope & Cable Grabs
Small, lightweight rope-grabbing devices ride a vertical lifeline and automatically lock in place if a fall occurs.

Gemtor VF505 Series Rope Grabs for synthetic rope lifelines qualify as OSHA-compliant energy absorbing components of a fall arrest system.

Model # VW655 & VF404 must be used with an energy absorbing lanyard that reduces forces to 1800 lbs. or less.

When using any rope grab, freefall distance must never exceed 6'.  The best way to ensure a freefall of 6' or less is to use a 2' or 3' long lanyard.

VF500 Rope Grab

VF500WL2/3 Rope Grab w/web lanyard

Model # VF505 - Rope Grab

Automatic energy absorbing rope grab follows a worker up and down a 5/8"- 3/4" diameter vertical synthetic lifeline.  The unit's controlled, shock-absorbing action eliminates the need for an energy absorbing lanyard.  The patented design allows the rope grab to be attached, detached and positioned at any point on the vertical lifeline.  Weighs 1 1/2 lbs. and is made of stainless steel.  New York State Approval # 9502

Other Available Models:

VF505WL2 - Model # VF505 rope grab with permanently attached 2' long x 1" wide polyester web lanyard with Model # 3155 locking snaphook.

 

VF505WL3 - Same as above except 3' long.

 

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Model # VF404 - Rope Grab

Introducing Gemtor’s new Energy Absorbing Rope Grab for 5/8" diameter vertical synthetic lifelines.  It is made of zinc plated steel for excellent corrosion resistance and features a large, snaphook compatible connection ring.  The Model # VF404 rope grab is threaded onto the lifeline at the free end and stays with the lifeline so that it is always there when you need it.

 

Other Available Models:

VF404WL3 - Model # VF404 rope grab with permanently attached 3' long polyester web energy absorbing lanyard with Model # 3155 locking snaphook.

 

 

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VW651 Rope Grab

Model # VW655 - Cable Grab
 Stainless steel cable grab for use with 5/16" - 3/8" diameter stainless steel wire rope (7x19 aircraft cable, non-lubed). Can be attached, detached, and positioned at any point on the vertical lifeline. Weighs 1 1/2 lbs. An energy absorber lanyard shall be used for connection to a full-body harness.

 

Replaces Model # VW651

 

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