3M DBI SALA Pro Series - Connector Specifications; Performance Specifications

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Before using this equipment, record the product identication information from the ID label in the ‘Inspection and
Maintenance Log’ at the back of this manual.
DESCRIPTION:
Figure 1 lists the 3M™ DBI-SALA
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Energy Absorbing Lanyards covered by this instruction manual. Energy Absorbing Lanyards
are web or cable tethers with an integral Energy Absorber and Connectors on each end. The Energy Absorber end of the Lanyard
connects to the designated attachment element on a Full Body Harness. Connector options on the Leg End of the Lanyard
connect to an anchorage connector; tie back around a beam, pipe, or similar structure; or travel securely along a lifeline
(horizontal or vertical). Twin Leg Lanyard models provide 100% tie-off while moving from point to point. See Table 1 for lanyard
and connector specications.
Table 1 – Specications
Lanyard Specications:
See Figure 1: Description Material Energy Absorber
A Protecta - Kevlar 2.5 cm (1 in) Web - Kevlar Shock Pack
B Protecta - Kevlar 100% Tie Back 2.5 cm (1 in) Web - Kevlar Shock Pack
Connector Specications:
See Figure 1: Description Material Gate Opening Gate Strength Tensile Strength
2000161 Snap Hook Steel 19 mm (3/4 in) 16 kN (3,600 lbs) 22.2 kN (5,000 lbs)
2000164 Rebar Hook Alloy Steel 60 mm (2-3/8 in) 16 kN (3,600 lbs) 22.2 kN (5,000 lbs)
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Performance Specications:
See Figure 1: Description
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x 1
Weight Range: Lanyards are for use by one person with a combined weight (clothing, tools, etc.) meeting the Weight Range specied in Figure 1.
LY
Lanyard Length: Length of the lanyard before deployment (see Figure 1).
Favg
Average Arrest Force: The average arrest force exerted on the worker during a fall arrest. (see Figure 1).
Xmax
Maximum Deployment: Maximum additional lanyard length after deployment of the Energy Absorber (See Figure 1).