SMC Advance Tech HX Progress Capture Pulley

Product Description

The SMC Advance Tech HX Pulley is a double pulley with an integrated cam that provides immediate progress capture without the need of prusik loops. The all in one frame and cam design presents a compact form factor. Stainless pins retain the rope when a rigged system is packed so that system can be pulled out and used immediately. Manufactured from high quality aluminum and anodized to help prevent corrosion. The Advance Tech HX is the most advanced pulley of its kind on the market today. The Advance Tech HX will support ropes diameters from 7mm up to 12.5mm. The Advance Tech HX is ideal for all rescue applications where a small mechanical advantage system is being utilized.

FEATURES AND BENEFITS:

• Integrated Cam for progress capture without the need of prusiks.
• High efficiency sealed ball bearings providing flawless function under conditions that would shut down lesser grade pulleys.
• Side plates are precisely tensioned for easy one-handed operation and secure placement at any point along the rope.
• Low profile fasteners reduce snagging and hanging up when pulley is being moved.
• Wide base design works most efficiently with Prusik cords of up to 8mm.
• Made in the USA

Haul System Strength:

Cam Rating 4:1 Haul System Strength- Typical 4:1 system rigged using the Advance Tech HX with cam engaged on the 4th leg and a standard double Pulleys. The system utilized the becket on the Advance Tech HX Pulleys. System was pulled end to end using carabiner holes.

Cam Rating 1:1 Haul System Strength- This configuration is not recommended due to the relatively low strength results, but are included in these instructions to provide the necessary guidance when developing rigging methods. Single rope strand is rigged through the engaged cam and over one sheave. The force is applied between the end of the rope and the Pulleys carabiner hole.