Controlled descents
For both work at height and rescue, access from above is preferred becaus e it allows one to take advantage of the force of gravity. Descenders are designed to regulate friction and control descent on a fixed rope. They also allow one to be positioned at certain points on the rope to perform work operations. With some descenders it also possible to belay a leader progressing using rock climbing techniques.
Petzl offers two types of descenders:
self-braking descenders,
standard descenders..
The Petzl difference
1- Swinging side plate with safety clip
Reduces the risk of dropping the device. Practical for quick installation of the rope. Efficient means of passing intermediate anchors.
2- Multi-functional handle (I'D)
Allows the rope to be released to begin the descent. Anti-panic function: if the user pulls too hard on the handle, the cam will lock on the rope. Locking position is used to lock off the user at any point on the rope without tying off.
3- Anti-error safety catch (I'D)
Reduces the risk of an accident due to incorrect installation of the device on the rope.
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