Vest Climbing/Positioning/Retrieval Safety Harness
The 3M DBI-SALA ExoFit X50 delivers the trusted dependability of the Delta harness with the usability of the ExoFit X-Series, in a simple design built so new and occasional users can work at height with confidence. High-visibility yellow-green polyester webbing, a self-locking dorsal pad, an integrated SRL adapter and built-in suspension trauma straps come standard.
This model carries Back, Front, Hip, Shoulders attachment elements with a quick connect chest buckle and quick connect leg buckles. Certified to ANSI/ASSP Z359.11-2021 and OSHA 1910.140 and 1926.502, rated 130 to 310 lb under ANSI and up to 420 lb under OSHA. In stock sizes: Medium/Large, X-Large, 2X-Large.
Who Needs This Product
Confined space entrants, attendants and rescue teams who need shoulder D-rings for vertical entry and retrieval, plus a dorsal D-ring for fall arrest.
Features
Paired Hip D-Rings
Alloy steel hip D-rings rated 5,000 lbf are used as a pair for work positioning: rebar tying, form walls, pole and structure climbing. Back them up with a fall arrest system.
Front (Sternal) D-Ring
A front D-ring for ladder climbing with a guided-type fall arrester or an overhead SRL where a fall can only occur feet first, and for work positioning.
Shoulder D-Rings for Retrieval
Paired shoulder D-rings for rescue and entry/retrieval, best used with a spreader yoke so the shoulder straps stay separated during a vertical lift.
Quick Connect Buckles
Quick connect buckles click home with one hand and release with a squeeze of the side levers, so donning and doffing between tasks takes seconds, even with gloves on.
Integrated SRL Adapter
The easy-link adapter accepts pin style personal SRLs right at the back, which 3M says cuts install time by up to 55% compared to web-mounted installation.
Self-Locking Dorsal Pad
The new dorsal pad locks the back D-ring in place so it does not slide down the back, keeping the fall arrest connection between the shoulder blades where it belongs.
Shoulder D-rings are for rescue and retrieval only. Use them as a pair with a spreader yoke and never for fall arrest. Fall arrest connects to the dorsal D-ring. Retire the harness after any fall arrest event.
Compliance Standards
ANSI/ASSP Z359.11-2021
Certified full body harness, ANSI capacity 130 to 310 lb (59 to 140 kg) including clothing and tools.
OSHA 1910.140 and 1926.502
Meets OSHA personal fall protection requirements for general industry and construction, rated up to 420 lb (190 kg).
1,800 lbf System Limit
Use with connecting subsystems that limit maximum arrest force to 1,800 lbf (8 kN) or less, per ANSI Z359.11 Annex A.
Annual Competent Person Inspection
User inspection before every use plus a documented competent person inspection at least once a year.
Typical Applications
How to Use
Donning and fit steps from the 3M ExoFit X50 user instructions (form 5908600):
- Inspect first. Check webbing, stitching, impact indicators, D-rings, buckles and labels per the inspection log. Disconnect all buckles and empty your pockets.
- Put it on. Lift the harness by the dorsal D-ring, slip on the torso straps and let it hang from your shoulders with the chest buckle in front. Check that no straps are twisted.
- Buckle legs, then chest. Secure the leg straps first, then the chest buckle.
- Adjust the fit. Set the sub-pelvic strap just below the buttocks, snug the leg straps, then the torso straps with the revolver or pass-through adjusters. Stow loose strap ends in the keepers.
- Check the D-ring. The dorsal D-ring sits between your shoulder blades. Have a second trained worker verify the fit.
- Connect the system. Attach your SRL or energy absorbing lanyard to the dorsal D-ring or SRL adapter, anchored to a rated anchorage, with a rescue plan in place.
Inspection and Retirement
The user inspects the harness before each use, and a competent person other than the user inspects it at least once a year under ANSI and OSHA. Keep a written log for each harness; the RFID tag makes that fast.
- Hardware: D-rings, buckles and adjusters free of cracks, distortion, sharp edges and corrosion; buckles engage and release properly.
- Webbing and stitching: no cuts, frays, broken fibers, tears, abrasion, heavy soiling, mold, burns or discoloration; no pulled or cut stitches.
- Impact indicators: all stitched impact indicators intact.
- Labels: present and legible, including the RFID tag.
- Attached components: SRL adapter, trauma straps and keepers in working order.
Retirement triggers: any fall arrest or impact force, a failed inspection, or damage beyond the limits in the manual. The harness is not repairable. Clean with mild bleach-free detergent, air-dry below 130°F and store out of direct sunlight.
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Technical Specifications
| Type | Vest Climbing/Positioning/Retrieval Full Body Harness |
|---|---|
| SKU | 1600036, 1600037, 1600038 |
| Series | ExoFit X50 |
| Attachment Elements | Back, Front, Hip, Shoulders |
| Chest Buckle | Quick Connect |
| Leg Buckles | Quick Connect |
| Capacity | ANSI 130 to 310 lb (59 to 140 kg); OSHA up to 420 lb (190 kg) |
| Attachment Strength | 5,000 lbf (22.2 kN) minimum tensile |
| Buckle Strength | 4,000 lbf (18 kN) minimum tensile |
| Webbing | Polyester, 6,000 lbf (27 kN), high-visibility yellow-green |
| Hardware | Alloy steel D-rings; aluminum alloy and zinc plated steel buckles |
| Max Harness Stretch | 1.5 ft (0.45 m) |
| Standards | ANSI/ASSP Z359.11-2021; OSHA 1910.140; OSHA 1926.502 |
| Inspection | User before each use; competent person at least annually |
| Warranty | 3M one-year warranty against factory defects |
Sizes and Ordering Information
| Size | SKU |
|---|---|
| Medium/Large | 1600036 |
| X-Large | 1600037 |
| 2X-Large | 1600038 |
All stocked sizes are selectable from the size options above. Model numbers ending in M are manufactured in Mexico, per 3M.
Frequently Asked Questions
DBI-SALA ExoFit X50 1600036 Submittals and Documentation
ExoFit X50 Harness Spec Sheet (PDF)3M sell sheet with features, configurations, D-ring layouts and every X50 part number by size.ExoFit X50 User Instructions, Form 5908600 (PDF)Capacities, component strengths, attachment element uses, donning, inspection log and ANSI Z359.11 Annex A.Personal Safety Products Firefighting Notice (PDF)3M notice regarding fluorinated organic compounds.Related DBI-SALA Equipment
- DBI-SALA ExoFit X50 Retrieval Vest Harness, Pass-Thru 1600202 The X50 vest retrieval configuration, sizes 2X-Large, 3X-Large.
- DBI-SALA ExoFit X50 Climbing/Retrieval Vest, Tongue Legs 1600067 The X50 vest climbing/positioning/retrieval configuration, sizes Medium/Large, X-Large, 2X-Large.
- DBI-SALA ExoFit X100 Comfort Vest Retrieval Harness 1401164 The padded X100 retrieval vest with shoulder D-rings.
- DBI-SALA Nano-Lok 3100520 6 ft Web SRL A personal SRL that pairs with the X50 dorsal SRL adapter.
- DBI-SALA ShockWave2 Shock Absorbing Lanyard 1244306 A 6 ft energy absorbing lanyard for the dorsal D-ring.
Outfitting a Crew With ExoFit X50 Harnesses?
Tell us your trades and sizes and we will match the right X50 configuration, SRLs and anchors so everything ships together.
Call 863-703-4522 to talk to a fall protection specialist.
3M DBI-SALA Global Product Warranty
Unless otherwise provided by local laws, 3M fall protection products are warranted against factory defects in workmanship and materials for a period of one year from the date of installation or first use by the original owner.
Limited Remedy: Upon written notice to 3M, 3M will repair or replace any product determined by 3M to have a factory defect in workmanship or materials. 3M reserves the right to require product be returned to its facility for evaluation of warranty claims. This warranty does not cover product damage due to wear, abuse, misuse, damage in transit, failure to maintain the product or other damage beyond 3M's control. 3M will be the sole judge of product condition and warranty options. This warranty applies only to the original purchaser and is the only warranty applicable to 3M's fall protection products.
Limitation of Liability: To the extent permitted by local laws, 3M is not liable for any indirect, incidental, special or consequential damages including, but not limited to loss of profits, in any way related to the products regardless of the legal theory asserted.
The warranty above is made in lieu of all warranties or conditions, express or implied, including the implied warranties or conditions of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose. Please contact 3M's customer service department in your region for assistance with warranty claims, or reach out to our team at Fall Protection Distributors, LLC and we will help you start the process.
