Ferno Traverse 540 Rescue Belay Self Locking
Ferno Traverse 540 Rescue Belay Device
The Traverse 540 rescue belay device was developed specifically for rescue system belays. It is a self locking device that holds a falling load quickly while limiting the peak force on the system, and a systematic design reduces the risk of improper loading so it is easy to rig correctly.
A built in release lever eases the tension on the belay rope, so there is no need for a separate release hitch. It is used with kernmantle rescue rope and comes in two sizes. It meets the BCCTR belay drop test, which requires a 1 m drop of a 280 kg load onto 3 m of 12.7 mm rope with less than 1 m of extra travel and under 15 kN peak force. See more rescue and retrieval gear, other descent devices, and the wider rescue range. It pairs with the ISC D4 descender and the CT Sparrow descender.
Key Features
- Self locking belay device for rescue systems
- Holds falling loads while limiting peak force
- Built in release lever, no release hitch needed
- Systematic design reduces improper loading
- Meets the BCCTR belay compliance drop test
- Two sizes for 10.6 mm to 13 mm rope
Specifications
| Brand | Ferno |
| Type | Self locking rescue belay device |
| Small rope size | 10.6 mm to 11.5 mm |
| Large rope size | 11.5 mm to 13 mm |
| Minimum breaking strength | 36 kN |
| Weight | 624 g |
| Use with | Kernmantle rescue rope |
What is the Traverse 540 for?
It is a belay device built specifically for rescue system belays. It self locks to catch a falling load quickly and limits the peak force passed to the anchor and rope.
Does it need a release hitch?
No. A built in release lever eases the tension on the belay rope, so you can lower the load in a controlled way without rigging a separate release hitch.
What size do I need?
It comes in two sizes. The small takes 10.6 mm to 11.5 mm rope and the large takes 11.5 mm to 13 mm rope, both with a 36 kN minimum breaking strength.
Is it certified for rescue belay?
It meets the BCCTR belay compliance drop test, a 1 m drop of a 280 kg load on 3 m of 12.7 mm kernmantle rope with under 1 m extra travel and under 15 kN peak force.
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