Description
CMC CLUTCH by Harken
More is Possible
Introducing the revolutionary CLUTCH, a cutting-edge tool in rescue and rope access equipment designed to enhance the capabilities of rope professionals. Developed through a collaboration between two industry leaders—CMC, known for its expertise in rescue and rope access, and Harken, a renowned manufacturer in high-performance sailing—this device embodies nearly a century of combined experience in managing heavy loads.
Ideal for a wide range of rigging tasks, the CLUTCH offers smooth, efficient operation with user-friendly functionality and superior control. Its versatility allows for easy transition between anchor systems and personal use, making it an indispensable tool for any rope technician. With the CLUTCH, you can achieve more with less effort.
Features:
- Single wearable tool for efficient hauling, controlled lowering, smooth personal descent, easy ascending, belaying, and Twin Tension Rope Systems.
- Delivers up to 38% higher efficiency in hauling and ascending than a cam-style device: reducing changeovers.
- Moves seamlessly between anchor-based systems and personal use, doing the job of multiple pieces of equipment.
- Combines the key features of load management devices and personal descenders: reducing equipment training and cost.
- Instantly transitions between hauling and lowering or ascent and descent without having to transfer the load.
- Allows main and belay lines to be twin-tensioned in mirrored or nested configurations (Double CLUTCH Technique).
- Replaces 8 pieces of traditional equipment: pulley, rescue rack, anchor plate, load release strap, prusik cord, and 3 carabiners.
- 11 mm CLUTCH and CMC G11™ build NFPA G-Rated systems using 11mm rope, saving space and reducing weight.
- 11 mm CLUTCH is compatible with 10.5 – 11 mm rope and certified to NFPA General Use, ANSI, and EN standards.
- Patented. Made in the USA.
Components:
- Stainless steel ratcheting and rotating sheave provides efficient and audible auto-locking progress capture.
- Rope loading/unloading is secured with an innovative double-latched side plate that is independent of the device‘s attachment point.
- Anti-Panic brake and force limiting features ensure operational safety and overload protection.
- Machined aluminum chassis clad with stainless steel wear guards ensures light weight and durability.
- Integrated becket allows for the direct connection of mechanical advantage components.
- Control handle has large sweet spot for smooth, progressive lowering and descent control.
- Included screw can be installed in the side plate to create closed rope systems for rapid deployment.
Certifications:
- 11 mm Gray CLUTCH:
- NFPA
- GENERAL USE (G) MBS 40kN (8,992 Ibf) PULLEY
- GENERAL USE (G), DESCENT CONTROL, ø 10.5 – 11 mm
- GENERAL USE (G), BELAY DEVICE, ø 10.5 – 11 mm
- ANSI/ASSE
- Z359.4-2013
- CE
- EN 12841: 2006/C
- EN 341: 2011/2A
- EN 15151-1: 2012/8
- NFPA