FallTech 7493A Reusable Heavy-Duty Chain Anchor for Wood
The FallTech 7493A is a reusable heavy-duty chain roof anchor for wood structures. It wraps and fastens to a rafter or truss with a chain, creating a strong temporary tie-off point that adjusts to different framing, and it can be removed and reused.
It is certified to ANSI Z359.1-2007, for one worker up to 310 lb (ANSI) or 425 lb (OSHA), for heavy-duty wood roofing work.
Who Needs This Product
This product is a reusable heavy-duty chain roof anchor, the anchorage component of a personal fall arrest system for wood roofs. Roofers wrap and fasten it to framing for a strong temporary tie-off, then connect an SRL or lanyard. It is removed and reused. You still need a certified full-body harness and a compatible connecting device.
Features
Heavy-duty chain
Wraps framing for a strong, adjustable connection to wood structure.
Reusable
Install it, use it, remove it, and reuse it on the next roof.
Adjustable fit
The chain adapts to different rafter and truss sizes.
Durable steel
Chain and hardware built for repeated heavy use.
Wood roof mount
Fastens to sound framing per the manual.
ANSI Z359.1-2007
Certified for one worker up to 310 lb.
Wrap and fasten to sound framing per the manual. Secure the chain around a rated rafter or truss and fasten as specified into solid wood, not just sheathing. Confirm fall clearance and swing-fall with the Fall Protection Calculator below.
Compliance Standards
ANSI Z359.1-2007
American National Standard for fall arrest components. Rated 5,000 lb (22.2 kN).
OSHA 29 CFR 1926.502
Federal construction fall protection anchorage requirements.
OSHA 29 CFR 1910
General industry personal fall protection requirements.
Rated 5,000 lb (22.2 kN)
Anchorage strength for personal fall arrest.
Typical Applications
How to Install
Follow the FallTech instruction manual. The sequence below is an overview only.
- Inspect. Check the anchor body, connection point, and hardware for damage before each use.
- Prepare the structure. Confirm the mounting surface is sound and rated to support the anchor per the manual.
- Install and secure. Mount the anchor as specified and set all fasteners to the required torque.
- Connect. Attach your SRL or energy-absorbing lanyard to the connection point.
- Check clearance. Confirm fall clearance and swing-fall with the calculator below.
Inspection and Retirement
Inspect before each use, with a documented competent-person inspection at least annually. Remove the anchor from service for any of the conditions below.
- Anchor body and welds: cracks, bending, deformation, or corrosion.
- D-ring or connection point: deformation, sharp edges, cracks, or corrosion.
- Fasteners and hardware: damaged threads, loose or missing fasteners.
- Labels: illegible or missing markings.
Remove the anchor from service immediately after any fall-arrest event, and destroy retired equipment so it cannot return to service.
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Technical Specifications
| Type | Reusable heavy-duty chain roof anchor for wood |
|---|---|
| Mounting | Chain wrap and fasten to wood framing |
| Anchorage classification | ANSI Z359.1-2007 |
| Material | Steel chain and hardware |
| Anchorage strength | 5,000 lb (22.2 kN) |
| Capacity (ANSI) | One worker, 130 to 310 lb combined |
| Capacity (OSHA) | One worker, up to 425 lb combined |
| Standards | ANSI Z359.1-2007; OSHA 1926.502 and 1910 |
| Warranty | FallTech 2-year limited warranty against defects in materials and workmanship |
Frequently Asked Questions
FallTech 7493A Submittals and Documentation
7493A Instruction Manual (PDF)Installation, capacity, and inspection. 7493A Declaration of Conformity (PDF)Certification to ANSI Z359.1-2007 (FallTech test lab). 7493A Spec Sheet (PDF)One-page specifications summary.Related Anchors
- FallTech steel and beam anchors. See the full beam clamp and steel anchor line.
- FallTech fall protection equipment. Harnesses, SRLs, lanyards, and anchors.
Specifying Anchors for Your Crew?
The anchor, the connecting device, and the harness all have to match the structure and the fall clearance below. Confirm your application with us and we will help you choose the right anchor.
Call 863-703-4522 to talk to a fall protection specialist.
