FallTech Vertical Lifeline, 75 to 500 ft, 5/8 in Rope
Constructed with 5/8" low-stretch 3-strand twisted rope. Premium polyester blend reduces kinking and hockling.
Steel thimble and splice-protecting shrink tube are included for lasting durability. Includes alloy steel snap hook for anchorage connection.
Who Needs This Product
A vertical lifeline turns one overhead anchor into a full-height climbing and work line: the worker's rope grab rides the 5/8 in polyester line, locking on if a fall starts. Crews pick lengths from 25 to 500 ft, snap hook or thimble-eye top ends, and back-spliced or taped bottom ends to suit the drop and the rigging.
Features
Constructed
Constructed with 5/8" low-stretch 3-strand twisted rope.
Premium polyester blend reduces kinking
Premium polyester blend reduces kinking and hockling.
Steel thimble and splice-protecting shrink
Steel thimble and splice-protecting shrink tube are included for lasting durability.
Includes alloy steel snap hook
Includes alloy steel snap hook for anchorage connection.
Back-spliced trailing end is ideally
Back-spliced trailing end is ideally suited for pairing with hinged arresters and adjusters.
Complies
Complies with ANSI Z359.15-2014.
The lifeline is half a system. A vertical lifeline needs a rated overhead anchor above it and an ANSI Z359.15 rope grab riding it. Protect the rope at every edge crossing and keep the end treatment clear of the work below.
Compliance Standards
ANSI Z359.15-2014
Applicable requirement for this equipment: ANSI Z359.15-2014.
OSHA 1926.502
Construction fall protection criteria for personal fall arrest system components, including connectors, lanyards, and lifelines.
Typical Applications
How to Use
Follow the FallTech instruction manual. The sequence below is an overview only.
- Anchor the top. Snap hook or thimble-eye connects to a rated overhead anchor.
- Drop the line. The lifeline must reach the lowest work level with the end treatment clear of hazards.
- Install the rope grab. An ANSI Z359.15 compatible grab rides the 5/8 in line, arrow up.
- Connect and climb. Grab to harness via its lanyard; trailing grabs follow, manual grabs reposition by hand.
- Protect the rope. Use edge protection anywhere the line crosses a corner.
Inspection and Retirement
Inspect the full length before each use, with a competent person inspection at least annually.
- Rope: cuts, abrasion, glazing, soft spots, and UV bleaching.
- Splice or taped end: intact and secure.
- Snap hook or thimble: gate lock function, no corrosion.
- Diameter: consistent 5/8 in with no hourglassing.
Retirement triggers: any fall arrest, rope damage, splice failure, or a failed inspection.
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Technical Specifications
| Type | Lifeline 5/8" Rope |
|---|---|
| SKU | 81XXL |
| Static Strength | 5,000 lb min. |
| ANSI User Capacity | 130 to 310 lb max. |
| OSHA User Capacity | 130 to 310 lb max. |
| Rope | 3-strand twisted polyester blend; 5,000 lb min. |
| Connector | Plated alloy steel; 5,000 lb min. static strength with 3,600 lb gate strength |
| Thimble | Plated carbon steel |
| Available Configurations | 8175 (75 ft), 81505 (150 ft), 820020 (200 ft), 8150250 (250 ft), 8150300 (300 ft), 8150350 (350 ft Premium), 8150500 (500 ft) |
| Standards | ANSI Z359.15-2014; OSHA 1926.502 and 1910.66; CSA Z259.2.5-2017 |
| Warranty | FallTech 2-year limited warranty against defects in materials and workmanship |
Frequently Asked Questions
FallTech 8175 Submittals and Documentation
81XXL Declaration of Conformity (PDF)Manufacturer conformity certification for compliance files and submittal packages. 81XXL Declaration of Conformity (8150) (PDF)Manufacturer conformity certification for compliance files and submittal packages. 81XXL Instruction Manual (PDF)Installation, use, capacity, and inspection procedures. 81XXL Spec Sheet (PDF)Full specifications, features, and compliance summary for submittal packages.Complete Your Fall Protection System
- FallTech Anti-Panic Trailing Hinged Fall Arrester. Locks even in a panic grip.
- FallTech 3 ft Lanyard with Rope Adjuster. Rope adjuster lanyards for every grab style.
- FallTech Hinged Self-Tracking Fall Arrester, 5/8 in Rope. Part of the FallTech connector line.
- FallTech Steel Carabiner, Z07 Triple-Lock, 3600 lb Gate. The Z07 steel triple-lock line.
Specifying Lanyards and Connectors for Your Crew?
Hook styles, free fall ratings, webbing families, and clearances: call us and we will match the connector to the trade before it ships. Confirm your application with us and we will make sure every component matches before it ships.
Call 863-703-4522 to talk to a fall protection specialist.
