MPD (Multi-Purpose Device) 11 mm (7/16 in)

Pulley / Rescue Belay / Descent Control Pat. 7,658,264 The MPD allows you to go from lowering to raising without changing hardware. More than nine years of research and development went into the patented Multi-Purpose Device (MPD), which features major innovations in advanced technical hardware for rope rescue professionals. The MPD�s high-efficiency pulley, with an integral rope-grab mechanism, allows it to be used as a lowering device on the main line and belay line systems and be quickly changed over to a raising system without switching out or replacing hardware. The combination of essential features into a single device simplifies on-scene rigging, expediting the rescue. The revolutionary MPD increases user safety with: Reduced Weight Fewer Components Faster Rigging Quick Changeovers Simplified Training Lower Risk Max load of 272 kg (600 lbs) The MPD is UL Classified as a Pulley, Descent Control, and Belay device. Variable-friction descent control device for rescue systems and rappels Incorporates a high efficiency pulley with an integral rope-locking mechanism (ratchet) for a haul system Built-in becket allows cleaner rigging and more efficient pulley systems Allows main line and belay line rigging to be mirrored or twin-tensioned Functions as both a lowering brake and as a ratcheting pulley for raising Ideal for confined space operations because it converts rapidly to a retrieval line The MPD includes a protective Cordura� nylon storage bag and MPD User�s Manual. *13 mm version designed for use with 12.5 � 13 mm rope. Rope used for certification rounded up to 13 mm per NFPA 1983. The 11 mm model is designed for and tested with 11 mm rope. 11 mm model UL rated �T� Technical Use for descent control.