Maillon Rapide quick links used as a connector on PPE (personal protective equipment) against falls from heights, mountaineering and rock climbing.
Delta shape: developed after the ever-increasing development of webbing-fitted systems; perfect for webbing uphold onto its lower flat part.
Maillon Rapide quick links used as a connector on PPE, are distinguished by a specific marking in relation with the following European standards:
EN 362 : 2004 standard – industrial PPE : fall arrest systems, work restraint, work positioning, rope access
EN 12275 : 2013 standard – mountaineering PPE : rock climbing, climbing walls, caving, canyoning
Breaking strength in kN is identified on Péguet Maillon Rapide quick links meant for application in P.P.E.. Breaking strength must not be under 25 kN.
When used in P.P.E., the breaking strength engraved on the Maillon Rapide quick links clearly identifies the maximum load.
The product range for PPE in mountaineering also mention the U.I.A.A. label (International Climbing & Mountaineering Federation).
According to legislation, a user instruction is required with each EN 362 & EN 12275- certified Maillon Rapide quick link, sold or used as a connector when fitted on PPE.
Specs
Material: Steel
Diameter: 8mm
Weight: 88g
Length: 73mm
Width: 56mm
Opening: 11mm
Working Load Limit: 550
Breaking Load Limit (kg): 2750
