CMC CLUTCH
The CLUTCH is the latest evolution in rescue and rope access hardware. Suited to a multitude of rigging operations, the CLUTCH delivers efficient operation, ease of use, and optimal control. It moves seamlessly between anchor-based systems and personal use, offering unmatched versatility for the rope technician. With the CLUTCH, you can do more with less.
Introducing the all-new CLUTCH, the latest evolution in rescue and rope access hardware that enables the technical rope
professional to do more with less. This multi-purpose device was designed and engineered in collaboration by two companies
with a collective 90 year history in rope management under heavy loads: CMC, a company with roots in rescue and rope access,
and Harken Industrial, a manufacturing company with roots in high performance sailing.
Suited to a multitude of rigging operations, the CLUTCH delivers efficient operation, ease of use, and optimal control. It moves
seamlessly between anchor-based systems and personal use, offering unmatched versatility for the rope technician. With the
CLUTCH, more is possible.
- Delivers up to 38% higher efficiency in hauling and ascending than a cam-style device.
- Single wearable tool suited for efficient hauling, controlled lowering, smooth personal descent, easy ascending, belaying, and Twin Tension Rope Systems.
- Stainless steel ratcheting and rotating sheave provides efficient and audible progress capture.
- Rope loading/unloading is secured with an innovative double-latched side plate design that is independent of the device‘s attachment point.
- Anti-Panic brake and force limiting features ensure operational safety and overload protection.
- The machined aluminum chassis clad with stainless steel wear guards ensures light weight and durability.
- Integrated becket allows for direct connection of mechanical advantage system components.
- Allows main and belay lines to be mirrored, twin-tensioned, or nested in Double CLUTCH technique (with both handles controlled by single operator).
- Replaces 8 pieces of traditional equipment: pulley, rescue rack, anchor plate, load release strap, prusik cord, and 3 carabiners.
- The 11 mm CLUTCH and CMC’s G11™ Lifeline can be used together to build NFPA G-Rated systems using 11 mm rope, saving space and reducing weight.
- Max load up to 272 KG (600 LB)
- 3 Sigma MBS: Pulley: 40 KN (8,992 LBF) / Becket: 22 KN (4,946 LBF)
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