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CLUTCH™ SLIP TEST 13 MM (1/2 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 nine 12.5-13 mm industry ropes tested, the 13 mm CLUTCH achieved safe and reliable slip between 4.59 kN and 11.15 kN.
  • 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.

TEST RESULTS

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