Temper Reusable Roof Anchor, 4-Pack
The Guardian 00455 Temper anchor is the workhorse reusable roof anchor for residential crews: a zinc-plated steel plate anchor with a 5,000 lbs minimum breaking strength that installs over the peak or on the field of wood, metal, or concrete roofs. This 4-pack keeps a fresh anchor on every truck and every job, at a lower cost per anchor than buying one at a time.
The Temper may be removed and reused with new fasteners, and it accepts pitches from 0/12 to 12/12 installed over the roof peak. It is certified to ANSI Z359.18 as a Type A anchorage connector and meets OSHA 1926.502 and 1910.140, with the full ISO 17025 accredited lab test report available below.
Who Needs This Product
This 4-pack is built for roofing contractors and crews who install anchors on multiple jobs per week. One anchor ties off one worker as the anchorage connector of a personal fall arrest system; the worker still needs a full body harness and a vertical lifeline or SRL. Because the Temper is reusable with new fasteners, a 4-pack typically outfits a crew for a full season of residential work. If you need the complete system in one package, the Guardian Bucket of Safe-Tie kit pairs this anchor with a harness and 50 ft lifeline.
Features
Reusable design
Remove the anchor at the end of the job and reinstall it on the next roof with new fasteners. Reused anchors must lie flush against the substrate.
Three substrates
Installs on wood with 3/4 in total combined thickness, 20 ga metal, or 4 in concrete at 4,000 psi with the fasteners specified in the manual.
Peak or field installation
Fastens over the roof peak from 0/12 to 12/12, or on a flat surface per the manual, giving crews flexible anchor placement.
Zinc-plated steel
Corrosion-resistant plating stands up to repeated use and jobsite handling across the roofing season.
5,000 lbs breaking strength
Certified Type A anchorage connector under ANSI Z359.18 with a minimum breaking strength of 5,000 lbs.
Four-anchor contractor pack
Keeps a fresh anchor in every truck, with a lower per-anchor cost than buying single units.
Technical Specifications
| SKU | 00455-4PK |
|---|---|
| Pack quantity | 5 anchors |
| Anchor | Guardian 00455 Temper |
| Minimum breaking strength | 5,000 lbs |
| Connector type | ANSI Z359.18 Type A |
| Material | Zinc-plated steel |
| Weight per anchor | 2.8 lbs |
| Substrates | Wood: 3/4 in total combined thickness; Metal: 20 ga; Concrete: 4 in at 4,000 psi |
| Fasteners | Wood: 16d nails or #12 x 2 in wood deck screws; Metal: #12 x 2 in metal deck screws; Concrete: 1/4 in x 2-3/4 in concrete screws |
| Compatible roof pitch | Over roof peak: 0/12 to 12/12 |
| Service temperature | -30 F to 130 F |
| Maximum free fall | 6 ft, or up to 12 ft with equipment certified for such use |
| Warranty | Guardian lifetime warranty against defects in material and workmanship |
Fill every fastener hole. The Temper anchor requires 6 fasteners per side into a truss or 16 fasteners per side into sheathing, with new fasteners on every installation, and the anchor must lie flush against the substrate. The supporting structure must withstand 5,000 lbs or maintain a 2:1 safety factor. Do not over-torque screws.
Compliance Standards
OSHA 1926.502 and 1910.140
Meets the anchorage requirements for personal fall arrest systems in construction and general industry.
ANSI Z359.18
Certified Type A anchorage connector with a 5,000 lbs minimum breaking strength.
ISO 17025 lab tested
Tested in an ISO 17025 accredited laboratory; the customer-facing test report is available in the documentation section below.
Horizontal lifeline use
Permitted only when the HLL is installed in parallel with the long axis of the anchor plate, per the instruction manual.
Typical Applications
Installation Overview
Installation must follow the Guardian Temper instruction manual. The sequence below is an overview only.
- Determine the location. Choose an installation location over the roof peak or on the field per the substrate detail in the manual, minimizing swing fall hazards.
- Verify the substrate. Confirm wood is 3/4 in total combined thickness, metal is 20 ga, or concrete is 4 in at 4,000 psi.
- Fasten the anchor. Fill every required fastener hole: 6 fasteners per side into a truss or 16 per side into sheathing, using new fasteners only.
- Check the fit. The anchor must lie flush against the substrate with the label facing up; do not over-torque screws.
- Connect the system. Attach a compatible vertical lifeline or SRL to the anchor D-ring and verify fall clearance before work begins.
- Remove and reuse. At the end of the job, remove the anchor, inspect it for warping or damage, and reuse it only with new fasteners.
Inspection and Retirement
Inspect each anchor before every use, and have a competent person perform a documented inspection at least every six months under ANSI Z359.2 practice. Remove an anchor from service for any of the conditions below.
- Warping or deformation that prevents the anchor from lying flush against the substrate.
- Cracks, corrosion, or damage to the plate, D-ring, or welds.
- Elongated or damaged fastener holes.
- Illegible or missing label.
- Any evidence the anchor has arrested a fall.
Retirement triggers: any fall event on the anchor, visible deformation after removal, or any condition where the inspector cannot positively verify the anchor is fit for service.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Guardian 00455 Temper Anchor Submittals and Documentation
Guardian 00455 Temper Anchor Instruction Manual (PDF)Substrates, fastener requirements, installation steps, reuse rules, and inspection criteria.Guardian 00455 Temper Anchor Technical Data Sheet (PDF)Dimensions, materials, breaking strength, and the full compliance summary.Guardian 00455 Temper Anchor Test Report (PDF)ISO 17025 accredited laboratory test results for the Type A anchor.Guardian 00455 Declaration of Conformity (PDF)Manufacturer declaration of conformity to ANSI Z359.18.Guardian Anchor Inspection Form (PDF)Printable competent-person inspection checklist for Guardian anchors.Compatible and Related Products
- Guardian 00815 Bucket of Safe-Tie Rooftop Safety Kit. Complete kit pairing the Temper anchor with a Velocity harness and 50 ft lifeline.
- FallTech Contractor Plus Roofers Kit. Alternative complete roofer kit with a hinged reusable anchor.
- SSRA1 Stay Safe Combo. Non-penetrating anchor for standing seam metal roofs where nail-on anchors cannot be used.
Buying Anchors for a Whole Crew?
Need help specifying the right anchor for your roof type and substrate? Confirm your application with us and we will make sure the right equipment ships together, based on the delivery location.
Call 863-703-4522 to talk to a fall protection specialist.
Guardian Fall Protection Manufacturer Warranty
Guardian warrants to the purchaser that all products are free from defects in material, workmanship, and design (when the design is Guardian's responsibility). This warranty does not cover conditions resulting from normal wear and tear, neglect, abuse, accident, or otherwise. Guardian's obligations under this warranty apply for the lifetime of the product and are limited to the replacement of the product only.
This warranty is not transferable and does not apply to product that is resold after having been put into service. The warranty is void if the product is changed or altered in any way, or if the product is used in a manner other than for which it is intended. No other person, firm, or entity is authorized to assume or assign for Guardian any other liability in connection with the sale or use of Guardian products. There are no implied warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose.
Source: Guardian Standard Terms and Conditions of Sale, Doc. 102 v3.0. Contact Guardian customer service at +1 (800) 466-6385 or through guardianfall.com for warranty claims and product support.
