Product Overview
The FP81 2.5m Self Retract Lifeline is a fundamental component of any fall arrest system, engineered to provide a secure link between a worker and their anchor point. This double retractable webbing lifeline is designed with precision, offering a 2.5-metre reach that allows for essential movement while ensuring immediate arrest in the event of a fall. It is a substantial and sturdy piece of safety equipment, capable of supporting a user weight of up to 140kg, making it suitable for a wide range of personnel and equipment loads.
Key Features
- Ultra High Molecular Weight Polyethylene Webbing: This advanced material provides exceptional strength and durability, ensuring the lifeline can withstand the stresses of a fall without compromise.
- Integrated Shock Absorber: In the event of a fall, the shock absorber dissipates the energy generated, significantly reducing the impact force on the user's body and the anchor point.
- Swivel Hook with Double Safety Lock: The swivel mechanism prevents the webbing from twisting during movement, while the double safety lock ensures a secure connection that cannot be accidentally released.
- Included Carabiner: Provides a reliable and straightforward connection to the harness or anchor, allowing for efficient setup on site.
- 140kg Capacity: The robust construction allows for a high weight capacity, ensuring suitability for the modern tradesperson and their necessary gear.
Design & Performance
The design of the FP81 focuses on reliability and structural integrity. The hardware is crafted from heat-treated alloy steel, providing the necessary hardness and resistance to wear required for heavy-duty industrial environments. The webbing, manufactured from ultra high molecular weight polyethylene, offers a superior strength-to-weight ratio, ensuring that while the unit is substantial, it remains manageable during a full day's work.
Performance is guided by the EN 360:2002 standard, ensuring that the retraction and braking mechanisms function seamlessly. The double retractable design provides constant tension on the line, reducing trip hazards and ensuring the shortest possible fall distance at all times.
Why No Customisation?
As a critical piece of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) for fall arrest, we do not offer customisation on this item. The integrity of the webbing and the mechanical housing must not be compromised by additional stitching or chemical applications found in printing processes. Furthermore, it is vital that all safety markings and certification labels remain fully visible and legible for mandatory inspections. Your safety is our primary concern, and maintaining the manufacturer's original specification is essential for this type of life-saving equipment.
Use Cases
This lifeline is specifically designed for professionals working at height where a fall hazard exists. It is an ideal choice for scaffolders, construction workers, and maintenance engineers who require the freedom to move within a limited radius while maintaining a continuous and secure connection to a fall arrest system. It is particularly effective in environments where a shorter fall clearance is required compared to traditional lanyards.
Why MyWorkwear
Established in 1976, MyWorkwear has decades of experience in providing high-quality safety solutions to UK businesses. Based in Telford, our expertise extends beyond simple workwear to the technical requirements of specialist PPE. We understand the rigorous demands of the British workplace and only supply products that meet the highest standards of safety and reliability.
Practical Advice
Before every use, a thorough visual inspection of the webbing and hardware is mandatory. Check for any signs of fraying, cuts, or chemical damage to the webbing, and ensure the swivel hook and carabiner operate smoothly without sticking. Remember that a self-retracting lifeline must be used in accordance with a full fall protection plan, and users should be appropriately trained in its operation and the necessary rescue procedures.
Caring for your product
Maintaining the cleanliness of your lifeline is vital for ensuring the retraction mechanism continues to work smoothly. If the webbing becomes soiled, it should be wiped down with a damp cloth and mild detergent. Failure to keep the webbing clean can lead to grit entering the housing, which may cause internal wear or prevent the line from retracting correctly.
Always allow the lifeline to dry naturally away from direct heat sources. Subjecting the polyethylene webbing to high temperatures can alter its molecular structure, potentially weakening the material and compromising your safety.
Store the unit in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area when not in use. Prolonged exposure to direct sunlight or damp conditions can degrade the synthetic fibres and lead to corrosion of the steel components, shortening the lifespan of the equipment and necessitating premature replacement.
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