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SMC Advance Tech HX Pulley

Double pulley with integrated cam that provides immediate progress capture without the need of prusik loops. Stainless pins retain the rope when a rigged system is packed so that system can be pulled out and used immediately. Manufactured from high quality aluminum and anodized to help prevent corrosion. Ideal for all rescue applications where a small mechanical advantage system is being utilized. Up to 1/2” capacity. 34kN / 7,650lb breaking strength (18 kN / 4,050 lb for the becket).

Check out our full Advance Tech Mechanical Advantage Kit.

SMC Advance Tech Mate Pulley

The perfect “mate” for the SMC Advance Tech pulley in mechanical advantage systems. This compact pulley features integrated stainless steel pins to retain the rope when a rigged mechanical advantage system is stored, so that you can immediately deploy and use the system. The Advance Tech mate is made from anodized aluminum with a ball bearing axle and 1.5” aluminum sheave. SMC has machined this pulley to be a perfect component in your mechanical advantage system, with sealed ball bearings, sleek and low-profile design. Works with ropes up to 1/2” (12.5mm).

Find the Advance Tech Mate in our Advance Tech Mechanical Advantage Kit.

Petzl Micro Traxion

The smallest in the Traxion line of progress-capture pulleys, the Micro Traxion is a super-compact and highly efficient (91%) pulley with great applications in tree climbing. As with the other Traxion series pulleys, the Micro Traxion can be used to create a haul system, but the most exciting use for tree climbers is using the Micro Traxion as a backup above an ascent device like the Petzl Zig Zag during SRT ascent. The Micro Traxion can also be used as a compact emergency ascender.

Max Rope Size: 7/16” (11mm) WLL: 1,125 lb (5 KN) Break Strength: 3,375 lb (15 kN) Weight: 3 oz (85g)

Petzl Mini Traxion

For effective and comfortable hauling of heavy loads with built-in progress capture features. The Mini Traxion is really 3 devices in 1: pulley, self-jamming pulley, and rope clamp/grab. Can be used to haul a load, raise a person, set up a hauling system or self belay. Also works well for Tyrolean traverses and ascending, and are an indispensable device for any rescue kit. The Mini Traxion has a safe working load of 5kN(1,100 lb.) as a pulley, 4kN(900 lb.) as a self jamming pulley. Swinging side plates, 1/2” Capacity, self-lubricated bushings & chrome plated steel cam.

Petzl Pro Traxion

For effective and comfortable hauling of heavy loads with built-in progress capture features. These pulleys are really 3 devices in 1: pulley, self-jamming pulley, and rope clamp/grab. Can be used to haul a load, raise a person, set up a hauling system or self belay. Also work well for Tyrolean traverses and ascending, and are an indispensable device for any rescue kit. The Pro Traxion has safe working load of 6knN(1,350 lb.) as a pulley and 4kN(900 lb.) as a self-jamming pulley. Lower becket , large diameter sheave mounted on sealed ball bearings, chrome plated steel cam, swinging side plates, 1/2” capacity.

Omni Block 1/2” Swivel Pulley

The Omni block pulley has a built in swivel to help ensure that the rope fairleads in and out of the block so that all pulling force is placed squarely onto the sheave. This helps to preserve the breaking strength of the system and to prevent the rope from abrasion with the cheek plates. Ideally suited for use as a false crotch with a climbing line, the Omni block will help to prevent the rope from getting twisted. 1/2” capacity.
WLL 810 lb. Breaking Strength 8,100 lb.

Omni Block 2.0

This new version of the Omni Block from Rock Exotica is upgrade with a larger, 2” sheave for maintaining a larger bend radius in your line.
WLL 810 lb, Breaking Strength 8,100 lb.

Omni-Block 1.1”

The Omni-Block 1.1" is a super-compact version of the popular swivel pulley from Rock Exotica. The Omni-Block 1.1” weighs in at only 5.1 oz vs the 9.2 oz of for the Omni-Block 1.5", and is a tight 4.4” x 2"”. It features the same swinging, locking side plate and top-quality swivel. Even with its small size, the Omni-Block 1.1” can handle 1/2” (13mm) climbing lines on it's 1.1” sheave.

WLL: 1,125 lb (5 kN). Breaking Strength: 5,175 lb (23 kN).

Omni Block 1/2” Double Sheave Swivel Pulley

This double block is ideal for creating mechanical advantage when lifting branches, pulling trees against the lean, or pre-tensioning a rigging line. Built in swivel to help ensure that the rope fairleads in and out of the block so that all pulling force is placed squarely onto the sheave. 1/2” capacity.
WLL 810 lb. Breaking Strength 8,100 lb.

SMC Shuttle - Rope

The Shuttle Rope is designed for service in Tyrolean's, modest length ziplines or other mountaineering and rescue applications. Ideal for everyone who wants to put up a zipline in their backyard, mountaineering, and other rope access or rescue environments where a light weight, strong and reliable tandem pulley is ideally suited. For use only on rope. Features 4 independent ball bearings, high quality light weight aluminum sheaves, stainless steel fasteners and multiple connection points. Made in the U.S.A.

5,845 lb breaking strength, 1/2” capacity, 4.25” long x 3.21” high, weighs 8oz.

SMC Shuttle - Cable

The Shuttle Cable allows more experienced users all the same features as the Shuttle Rope, except where cable is used in place of rope. Ideal for recreational ziplines, basic challenge courses, as well as your local fire rescue/SAR gear cache. This lightweight, strong and reliable pulley is an upgrade to the Shuttle Rope that utilizes four sealed ball bearings and stainless steel sheaves for efficient performance. Maximum speed rating is 10 meters per second.

5,845 lb breaking strength, 1/2” capacity, 4.25” long x 3.21” high, weighs 8oz.

SMC Shuttle - Xtreme

The Shuttle Cable Xtreme is considered the top dog in the SMC tandem series line. Designed for extreme or continuous service in permanently rigged challenge courses, commercial ziplines and eco-tourism applications. Ideal in high-use environment where users push their gear to the limit. Focusing on the commercial operator by giving them the ability to replace bearings and extending the overall useful life of this extraordinary pulley. The Shuttle Xtreme is light weight, strong and reliable, along with user replaceable sealed ball bearings and long wear alloy sheaves makes this the ideal tandem pulley for the professional user. Maximum speed rating is 20 meters per second.

5,845 lb breaking strength, 1/2” capacity, 4.25” long x 3.21” high, weighs 8oz.

SMC Kootenay HX Knot-passing Pulley

Lightest KPP on the market that is UL-Certified to NFPA General Use. The primary carabiner hole accepts numerous rescue carabiners. Secondary carabiner holes are provided for use with tax or belay lines. Two quick-release pins may be used to "lock off" the sheave when a high-strength tie-off is required. Adding to its versatility, the Kootenay HX may also serve as an edge roller.

8,542 lb breaking strength, 8.67” tall by 4.34” wide, 3.45” sheave, weighs 26.4oz.

Rock Exotica Swivel

Swivel with large rings that turn freely. Great for all manner of rigging and climbing systems. 8,100 lb. tensile strength (36kN).

ART Cocoon

A frictionless suspension point for climbing lines, the Cocoon can be used in several different ways. With a nylon or spectra webbing sling, it can be quickly girth hitched nearly anywhere. With a prusik loop, it can be attached midline to another rope to forma retrievable false crotch. Sleek and compact, rated at 22 kN along main access (4,950 lb.)