X-Cam is a completely new ascender cam design, which gives a considerable increase in performance over traditional sharp toothed models. When tested on new Tectra 11 mm low stretch rope, these ascenders were found to be 25% stronger than their most popular sharp toothed competitor, with average breaking loads of around 675 kg for X-cams versus 535 kg for the established design.

The greatest increase in performance is exhibited if the ascender continues to be loaded after the sheath of the rope has ruptured.

In this situation, X-Cams will hold up to 200 kg on the broken sheath and rope cores. Established toothed designs supported only around 30kg in heightec tests - nowhere near enough to support a person.

heightec X-Cam ascenders therefore significantly reduce the possibility of complete system failure by exerting a considerable hold on a rope after the sheath has broken.

X-Cam Design gives increased performance over traditional sharp tooth design
• Cam exerts considerable grip on rope after sheath has broken
• Cam doesn't pluck rope

The twist is:
• Easy to remove if jammed against knot
• Profiled attachment points For improved orientation
• Slimline design Sits flat on the body
• Ergonomic low profile release catch Allows single handed operation
• Can be detached from the harness
• Economic to replace, no need to replace entire harness

Price	£41.38
Price exc. UK VAT	£34.48
Product Code	D42
Conformity	EN 567, EN 12841B, NFPA 1983 L