The FallTech 82909SC is the 9 ft arc flash DuraTech MAX personal self-retracting lifeline (SRL) with a Kevlar web lifeline, made for utility and energized work environments. The store offers it as 82909SC1 with a steel snap hook, 82909SC3 with a steel rebar hook and 82909SC5 with an aluminum rebar hook.
Key features
- Kevlar web lifeline, which the maker says protects against arc flash hazards
- Internal inertial brakes plus an external energy absorber
- Integrated aluminum alloy swivel-eye helps prevent lifeline twisting
- Energy absorber with a Nomex ViewPack cover and an inspection window
- Overmolded housing for impact resistance
- Maker lists it as complying with ANSI Z359.14-2014 and ASTM F887-13
Specifications
- Length: 9 ft
- Lifeline: Kevlar web, 4,500 lb minimum strength
- SRL type: SRL-P, ANSI SRL Class B
- Static strength: 3,600 lb minimum
- Average arrest force: 900 lb
- Maximum arrest force: 1,800 lb
- Maximum arrest distance: 42 in
- ANSI user capacity: 130 to 310 lb maximum
- Energy absorber: polyester tear-away
Connector options
- 82909SC1: steel snap hook
- 82909SC3: steel rebar hook
- 82909SC5: aluminum rebar hook
Selection and use should follow your employer’s safety program and the maker’s instructions.











