2904-B SideWinder3 20 ft Cable SRL, ANSI Class A
The Super Anchor 2904-B SideWinder3 is a 20 ft cable self retracting lifeline built by Bexus for Super Anchor Safety, with an anodized aluminum casing, 304 stainless steel casing covers, a 3/16 inch galvanized steel lifeline, and a 100 percent stainless steel centrifugal braking system. The swivel snaphook carries a built-in fall indicator, and a No. 5001-Z steel twist lock carabiner is included for the anchorage end.
Rated ANSI Z359.14-2012 Class A for one worker at 310 lb including tools, the SideWinder3 limits free fall to 24 inches and arrests a fall within 24 inches at a 1,350 lb average arrest force. That is less than half the stopping distance of a Class B unit such as our Karam-built 2904-K SideWinder, which arrests within 54 inches at a 900 lb average force. Compliant with OSHA 1926.502.
Who Needs This Product
The SideWinder3 is for roofers, framers, and maintenance crews who need the shortest possible stopping distance from a cable SRL, which makes the Class A rating the right call when the clearance below the work surface is tight. The casing anchors to a 5,000 lb rated point with the included twist lock carabiner, the cable pays out and retracts as the worker moves, and the centrifugal brake locks when the cable is subjected to rapid movement. Specified uses are fall arrest with a maximum 24 inch free fall over wood edges, and fall restraint. The SideWinder3 is not approved for leading edge fall hazards; the manual specifies SRL-LE models when the tie-off point is between horizontal and overhead and leading edge fall hazards are present.
Features
Anodized aluminum casing
The casing is anodized aluminum with 304 stainless steel casing covers per the SideWinder3 addendum, a step up in durability from molded plastic housings.
Class A arrest performance
The stainless steel centrifugal brake arrests a fall within 24 inches at a 1,350 lb average force, protecting workers when clearance below the work surface is limited.
Swivel snaphook with fall indicator
The B end snaphook swivels to fight cable twist and exposes a visual indicator after any arrest, sending the unit straight to factory service.
Twist lock carabiner included
A No. 5001-Z steel twist lock carabiner ships in the retail box for the A end anchorage connection.
Compact 20 ft format
20 ft of 3/16 inch galvanized cable at 14 lb covers most residential roofs and floor systems without rope drag.
Serialized service labels
PID labels on both sides of the casing record the serial number, lot manufacture date, and factory service dates, with an inspection label for semi-annual competent person checks.
Technical Specifications
| Model | 2904-B SideWinder3, 20 ft |
|---|---|
| Manufacture | Built by Bexus for Super Anchor Safety |
| Lifeline Cable | 3/16 inch diameter galvanized steel |
| Braking System | Centrifugal, 100 percent stainless steel |
| Casing | Anodized aluminum |
| Casing Covers | 304 stainless steel |
| Connector, B End | Swivel snaphook with fall indicator |
| Connector, A End | No. 5001-Z steel twist lock carabiner, included |
| User Capacity | 1 person, 130 lb to 310 lb maximum including tools and equipment |
| Maximum Free Fall | 24 inches (610 mm) |
| Maximum Arrest Distance | 24 inches (610 mm) |
| Arrest Force | 1,350 lb average; 1,800 lb maximum |
| Anchorage Strength | 5,000 lb fall arrest; 3,000 lb fall restraint (non-engineered) |
| Unit Weight | 14 lb |
| Compliance | ANSI Z359.14-2012 Class A; OSHA 1926.502 |
| Packaging | Retail box |
| UPC | 786158290431 |
Not for leading edge fall hazards. The SideWinder2/SideWinder3 manual specifies SRL-LE models when the tie-off point is between horizontal and overhead and leading edge fall hazards are present, and warns that free falls over the edge of a fall hazard can result in severing of the SRL cable. For that work, step up to the SideWinder-LE Class 2 SRL. Any unit subjected to a fall, or that fails a function test or inspection, must be returned to the Super Anchor factory for service. Never open the casing: the recoil spring can cause serious injury.
Compliance Standards
ANSI Z359.14-2012 Class A
The SideWinder3 PID label certifies compliance with ANSI Z359.14-12 as a Class A self retracting lifeline per the 2020 addendum.
OSHA 1926.502
Meets fall arrest criteria with a 5,000 lb anchorage and 1,800 lb maximum arrest force.
Factory Service Program
Units subjected to a fall or failing inspection return to Super Anchor Safety for authorized service; field repair is prohibited.
Serialized Inspection Labels
Serial number, first service date, and semi-annual competent person inspections recorded on the label pack.
Typical Applications
Setup and Function Testing
Connection figures, hazard warnings, and inspection tables are in the 03-2020 SideWinder2/SideWinder3 manual and the SideWinder3 addendum linked below. The basics:
- Select an anchorage capable of 5,000 lb for fall arrest or 3,000 lb for fall restraint, or 2 times the engineered fall protection load.
- Attach the casing A end to the anchorage with the included No. 5001-Z twist lock carabiner.
- Connect the B end swivel snaphook to the dorsal D-ring of a full body harness, or a side D-ring for fall restraint only.
- Perform the locking test: pull the cable quickly away from the casing; the brake must lock, then release tension to unlock.
- Perform the retraction test: release the cable slowly and confirm it fully retracts into the casing.
- Keep the service angle to less than 40 degrees to avoid swing falls, and keep the cable away from metal edges and sharp or abrasive surfaces.
Inspection and Retirement
Inspect before each use, with documented semi-annual competent person inspections. Remove the SRL from service when any of the following apply:
- The unit was subjected to a fall or the snaphook fall indicator is deployed.
- The cable has cuts, kinks, abrasions, gouges, or broken strands, or a swage or thimble is damaged.
- The unit fails the locking test or does not fully retract.
- The casing or handle is cracked or broken, or casing screws are missing.
- PID labels are missing or not readable.
- The semi-annual competent person inspection is overdue or the service life has passed 5 years.
Tag units removed from service to prevent further use and return them to the factory for authorized service.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Super Anchor 2904-B Submittals and Documentation
SideWinder2/SideWinder3 Instruction/Specification Manual 03-2020 (PDF)User specifications, connection figures, hazard warnings, service life tables, and inspection points for SideWinder SRLs. SideWinder3 SRL Addendum 2020 (PDF)SideWinder3 model table, casing materials, PID labels, and compliance data for the 2904-B and 2903-B. Super Anchor Warranty and Compliance Statement (PDF)Manufacturer warranty terms and compliance statement for Super Anchor Safety products. SRL Inspection Report Form A (PDF)Periodic inspection record for SRL service life. SRL Return for Service Form C (PDF)Factory service authorization form for SRL units. SRL Attention Notice (PDF)Important service notice for SRL owners.Compatible and Related Products
- Super Anchor 2904-K SideWinder Cable SRL. The Karam-built Class B SideWinder in 20 ft and 50 ft lengths.
- Super Anchor SideWinder-LE Leading Edge SRL. The Class 2 model required for leading edge fall hazards.
- Super Anchor 3013-D Hinge-2 Anchors. Reusable roof anchors that pair with the SideWinder3 on wood framing.
- Super Anchor 6101GH Deluxe Harness. Full body harness with the dorsal D-ring the snaphook connects to.
Not Sure Whether You Need Class A or Class B?
Our team sizes SRLs to real fall clearances every week and can tell you in one call which class your roof needs. Orders usually ship in 1 business day, and transit time is based on the delivery location.
Call 863-703-4522 to talk to a fall protection specialist.
Super Anchor Safety Manufacturer Warranty
Super Anchor Safety (SAS) warrants to the purchaser that all products are free from defect in material and workmanship at the time of shipment. This warranty is limited to product replacement for a period of one (1) year from the date of installation or use by the owner, provided that this period shall not exceed two (2) years from the date of shipment. This warranty only covers defects in material and workmanship. It does not cover conditions resulting from normal wear, neglect, abuse, or accident. This product warranty does not cover oxidation of zinc, dacromet, or powder coatings used on permanent and temporary anchors that results from connector abrasion unless the coating can be shown to be defective at the time of purchase. This warranty is non-transferable. Any unused defective product will be replaced at no charge by returning the product to Super Anchor Safety or to the distributor the product was purchased from.
Permanent Anchor Warranty
Super Anchor Safety warrants to the purchaser that all anchors sold as a permanent fixture with Hot Dip Galvanizing, Stainless Steel, and Thermo-Plastic finishes are fully warranted against failure due to defects in materials or workmanship for a period of five (5) years from the date of initial installation. SAS does not warranty the installation or flashing system used to waterproof the anchors. The SAS factory warranty is void if the product has been modified or has not been used in accordance with SAS specifications and instructions for that product. Anchors that have been removed from service due to re-roofing or remodel of the structure they were originally attached to must be inspected by an SAS factory representative or a competent person before being reinstalled.
See the Super Anchor Warranty and Compliance Statement (PDF) for the full manufacturer document.
