U-CLAMP BOLT FOR VERTICAL SECTIONS

art. 246

 

Specifically designed for vertical (or steeply diagonal - up to 60°) sections.

This style of anchor offers the highest level of safety of any “Italian”-style VIA FERRATA bolt on the market.

In the (unlikely) event of a fall, the carabiner will be positioned lengthwise on the anchor, reducing the chance of breakage to almost zero.

In practice the carabiner "works" to its best performance.

There is a substantial risk that a violent fall on numerous old-style via ferrata bolts can cause a carabiner to break.

Consequently, please take care when undertaking these routes and be aware of where you would land following a fall…

TO AVOID SERIOUS AND FATAL INJURIES, THE USE OF A VIA FERRATA SET (CONFORMING TO EUROPEAN NORMS) WITH AN ENERGY ABSORBER IS OBLIGATORY.

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION

A stainless steel AISI 304 anchor - Ø16x200 mm

The 120 mm knurled shank allows for excellent hold with the resin within the hole (Ø18 mm hole, see art.449*).

When placing the bolt it is important to ensure than the cable will be positioned at an appropriate distance from the face to reduce the risk of the climber hitting the wall in the event of a fall.

The steel cable must be kept relatively taut within this anchor, using the in-built U-clamp.

In “Italian”-style via ferrata, the steel cable is safe to use both as an anchor and as a climbing aid.

Finally the nuts on the U-clamps are "self-locking", preventing accidental loosening of the cable over time.

The surface is finished in a pleasant pale grey for a low visual impact.

Weight: 660 gr