CLUTCH™ SLIP TEST 11 MM (7/16 IN)
TEST METHOD
The CLUTCH™ is designed to provide safe rope slip in overload situations. To assess the point of slip across a wide variety of industry ropes, the device was anchored, and various ropes were pulled through the device at a rate of ~15 cm/min.
KEY TAKEAWAYS
- Across the thirteen 10.5-11 mm industry ropes tested, the 11 mm CLUTCH achieved safe and reliable slip between 7.3kN and 11.56kN.
- In all cases, no visible damage to the rope or device was observed as a result of the slip event.
WARNINGS
- THIS DATA IS PROVIDED FOR INFORMATIONAL PURPOSES ONLY
- For each rope type, a minimum of two samples from a single lot of new rope was tested in a controlled laboratory environment.
- CLUTCH slip behavior is influenced by many factors including lot-to-lot rope variability, variation in rope diameter, rope and device wear, environmental conditions, etc.
- Fully read and comprehend the CLUTCH Manual prior to use in any rigging scenario.
- Obtain professional training to industry standards prior to CLUTCH testing/application.
- Consult a qualified technician or trainer before attempting techniques on your own.
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