Specifications

Compliance:

US: ANSI/ASSE Z359.13, Z359.3; OSHA 29 CFR 1910.66, ASTM F887-005

CAN: Z259.11-17

The product may comply with standards shown. See product label for specific compliance notifications. Those designated with a certification mark are listed with the corresponding agency as compliant to at least one of the standards shown.

Snaphooks:

Aluminum or zinc plated steel. Single-hand operation, auto close and lock.

Adjusters:

Zinc plated steel.

Carabiners:

Steel or aluminum.

Pin connectors:

Steel

Minimum breaking strength (MBS):

Snaphooks: 5,000 lbf (22.2 kN), proof tested to 3,600 lbf (16 kN).

Adjusters: 4,000 lbf (17.8 kN).
Weight capacity, lanyard elongation, and arresting forces:
See product label for specific information. A summary of these specifications is provided in Table 1 Standards Met.

NOTE: When it is infeasible to limit free fall distance to 6 ft (1.8 m) or less, U.S. Federal OSHA has provided for exemption from this rule. In an interpretation of 29 CFR 1926.502 (d)(16) dated December 4, 1996, OSHA issued the ruling that personal fall arrest systems may be used in applications where the free fall distance may exceed 6 ft (1.8 m), provided the employer can document that the arresting force limits are maintained and the assembled system will operate properly. MSA 12 ft Free Fall Lanyards meet the requirements of this ruling, when used as part of a compatible personal fall arrest system that includes a qualified anchorage and a full body harness. See product label for specific permissible free fall distance. MSA recommends that users consult national, state, and local regulations for their specific industry application to be assured of compliance.

“Arc Flash Rated” indicates that the product is acceptable for use as part of a Personal Fall Arrest System exposed to potential arc flash situations. Since these products fall outside the scope of ASTM F887, the product has undergone arc exposure and then tested to the appropriate industry standard to ensure reliability in the event of a fall.

Table 1 Standards Met

Standards met (see product data card)*

Weight capacity range

Allowable free fall

Maximum arresting force

Average arresting force

Maximum elongation

Positioning Lanyards CSA Z259.11, OSHA

Up to 400 lbs (181 kg)

2 ft (0.6 m)

 - - -

Restraint lanyards / D-ring Extender (without energy absorber) ANSI Z359.3, CSA Z259.11, OSHA

Up to 400 lbs (181 kg)

0 ft (0.0 m)

 - - -

ANSI Z359.13
6 ft free fall

130 - 310 lbs (59 - 140 kg)

6 ft (1.8 m)

1800 lbf (8 kN)

 900 lbf (4 kN) 48 in (1.2 m)
ANSI Z359.13
12 ft free fall

130 - 310 lbs (59 - 140 kg)

12 ft (3.6 m)

1800 lbf (8 kN)

 1350 lbf (6 kN) 60 in (1.5 m)
CSA Z259.11

68 - 140 kg (150 - 310 lb)

1.8 m (6 ft)

1800 lbf (8 kN)

 900 lbf - 1000 lbf (4.0 kN - 4.5 kN) 1.5 m (60 in)
CSA Z259.11 - Light weight capacity

50 - 105 kg (110 - 230 lb)

1.8 m (6 ft)

1800 lbf (8 kN)

 630 lbf - 720 lbf (2.8kN - 3.2 kN) 1.3 m (51 in)
OSHA only

130 - 310 lbs (59 - 140 kg)

6 ft (1.8 m)

1800 lbf (8 kN)

 - 42 in (1.1 m)
400 lb capacity OSHA only

130 - 400 lbs (59 - 181 kg)

6 ft (1.8 m)

1800 lbf (8 kN)

 - 42 in (1.1 m)
* Products that list ASTM F887 meet that standard’s performance criteria for arc resistance of lanyards for workers who may be exposed to thermal hazards of momentary electric arcs of flame.

Table 2 Materials

Materials: Nylon, Polyester, Kevlar or HMPE 3-strand nylon rope Vinyl-clad galvanized aircraft cable Low carbon steel link
  Strap: 1 in (25 mm) nominal width Energy absorber: 1 ¾ in (44 mm) 5/8 in (16 mm) ½ in (12.7 mm) minimum ¼ in (6 mm) #4/0 twist
Terminations Stitched 5-tuck hand spliced Swaged fitting Pin fitting
Weight: (approx.) 1.6 Ibs. (720 g) 1.3 lbs. (600 g) 1.9 Ibs. (850 g) 3.6 Ibs. (1633 g)