VLPR3L Premium Vertical Lifeline with Openable Rope Grab and Shock Pack
The Frontline VLPR3L is the complete vertical fall arrest connection in one kit: a premium 5/8 in polysteel lifeline, a forged steel openable self-tracking rope grab, and an integrated shock pack - everything between the overhead anchor and your dorsal D-ring.
The rope grab self-tracks as you climb and locks in a fall; the shock pack limits arrest forces. Hardware carries a 5,000 lb breaking strength (zinc coated), the rope and webbing 6,000 lbs, with a 310 lb capacity, built to ANSI Z359.15-2014 and aligning with OSHA 1926 and 1910. Offered in 25, 50, 100, and 200 ft.
Who Needs This Product
This product is a complete vertical lifeline assembly: lifeline, self-tracking rope grab, and shock pack matched and shipped together. Roofers and climbers who want one SKU instead of three pick the VLPR3L. You still need a rated overhead anchor and a full body harness to complete the system.
Features
All-in-one kit
Lifeline, openable self-tracking rope grab, and shock pack in one assembly.
Self-tracking grab
Follows you up and down hands-free; locks instantly in a fall.
Integrated shock pack
Limits arrest forces on the body.
Openable rope grab
Mounts mid-line without threading from an end.
Forged steel grab
Zinc coated for durability.
Four lengths
25, 50, 100, and 200 ft cover most vertical drops.
Technical Specifications
| SKU | VLPR3L (VLP25R3L / VLP50R3L / VLP100R3L / VLP200R3L by length) |
|---|---|
| Type | Vertical lifeline with self-tracking rope grab and shock pack |
| Rope | Polysteel, 5/8 in |
| Rope grab | Forged steel, openable, self-tracking, zinc coated |
| Hardware breaking strength | 5,000 lbs |
| Rope and webbing breaking strength | 6,000 lbs |
| Max capacity | 310 lbs (one worker) |
| Lengths | 25, 50, 100, 200 ft |
| Standards | ANSI Z359.15-2014; OSHA 1926; OSHA 1910 |
Clearance includes the shock pack. Total fall clearance is the rope grab activation distance plus shock pack deployment plus harness stretch plus your height below the D-ring - bigger than a bare grab. Run the calculator below, function-test the grab before climbing, and protect the rope from edges.
Compliance Standards
ANSI Z359.15-2014
American National Standard for single anchor lifelines and fall arresters for vertical systems. Third-party test report linked in Submittals.
OSHA 29 CFR 1926.502
Federal construction fall protection criteria.
OSHA 29 CFR 1910.140
General industry personal fall protection system requirements.
Typical Applications
How to Use the VLPR3L
Follow the manufacturer's manual. The sequence below is an overview only.
- Inspect. Check rope, grab, anti-panic function, and shock pack before each use.
- Anchor the lifeline. Clip the top to a rated overhead anchorage connector.
- Position the grab. Confirm the self-tracking grab is on the rope correctly, UP toward the anchor.
- Connect the shock pack. Attach to the dorsal D-ring of your harness.
- Function test and verify clearance. Snap the grab down sharply to confirm lock; run the calculator below.
Inspection and Retirement
Inspect before each use, with a documented competent-person inspection at least every 6 months. Pull the equipment from service for any of the conditions below.
- Rope: cuts, fraying, abrasion, burns, chemical damage, soft spots, or heavy soiling.
- Snaphook / termination: deformation, cracks, corrosion, or a gate that fails to close and lock.
- Rope grab (where fitted): cam wear, anti-panic function, and positive lock on a downward snap.
- Shock pack (where fitted): deployment or torn cover.
- Markings: labels must be present and legible.
Retire the lifeline immediately after any fall arrest event or if any inspection point fails. Destroy retired equipment so it cannot return to service.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Frontline VLPR3L Submittals and Documentation
Frontline VLPR3L Spec Sheet (PDF)Lengths, components, strength ratings, and standards. Frontline VLP User Manual (PDF)Use, limitations, inspection, and retirement for the VLP vertical lifelines. Frontline VLPR3L Test Report (PDF)Third-party test results to ANSI Z359.15-2014. Frontline Catalog (PDF)The full Frontline Fall Protection product catalog.Compatible and Related Products
- Frontline VLP+RGSS58ES Lifeline + Rope Grab. A similar lifeline-plus-grab assembly.
- Frontline VLP50 Premium Vertical Lifeline. The bare lifeline without grab.
- Frontline 100CTB Combat Construction Harness. The construction harness to complete the system.
Building Vertical Lifeline Systems?
Rope, grab, and anchor have to match. Confirm your application, anchorage, and clearance with us and we will walk through the kit list so the right equipment ships together.
Call 863-703-4522 to talk to a fall protection specialist.
