--- product_id: 28634811 title: "PETZL RESCUCENDER Openable Cam-Loaded Rope Clamp for Haul Systems - Yellow" brand: "petzl" price: "VT51277" currency: VUV in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 category: "Petzl" url: https://www.desertcart.vu/products/28634811-petzl-rescucender-openable-cam-loaded-rope-clamp-for-haul-systems store_origin: VU region: Vanuatu --- # Double safety catches with red unlock indicators Openable cam for easy rope installation Fits ropes 9-13mm without sheath damage PETZL RESCUCENDER Openable Cam-Loaded Rope Clamp for Haul Systems - Yellow **Brand:** petzl **Price:** VT51277 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🔗 Lock in safety, unlock your potential with Petzl Rescucender! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** PETZL RESCUCENDER Openable Cam-Loaded Rope Clamp for Haul Systems - Yellow by petzl - **How much does it cost?** VT51277 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.vu](https://www.desertcart.vu/products/28634811-petzl-rescucender-openable-cam-loaded-rope-clamp-for-haul-systems) ## Best For - petzl enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted petzl brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Rope-Friendly Grip:** Ribbed cam grips securely without chewing up your rope sheath—durability meets performance. - • **Unmatched Safety Assurance:** Dual independent catches with visual red alerts keep accidental openings impossible. - • **Certified for Professional Use:** Meets NFPA and European standards—trusted by experts for critical rescue and climbing tasks. - • **Ergonomic & Efficient Handling:** Integrated cam and large attachment hole prevent cross-loading and ease your workflow. - • **Effortless Haul System Integration:** Openable cam lets you install anywhere on the rope—no hassle, just smooth setup. ## Overview The Petzl Rescucender is a professional-grade, openable cam-loaded rope clamp designed for haul systems and progress capture in climbing and rescue. Compatible with 9-13mm ropes, it features double safety catches with visual indicators, an ergonomic design to prevent cross-loading, and is certified to NFPA and European standards. Lightweight and durable, it’s the trusted choice for technical users demanding reliability and efficiency. ## Description Simple to use and ergonomic, the RESCUCENDER is an openable cam-loaded rope clamp designed for use in haul systems as a tractor or progress capture device. ## Features - HAUL SYSTEM ESSENTIAL: Designed to act as a tractor or progress capture device in mechanical advantage systems (Z-rigs); the openable cam allows for easy installation at any point on the rope. - DOUBLE SAFETY CATCHES: Features independent safety catches on both sides to prevent accidental opening; includes red visual indicators to warn you if the device is unlocked. - ROPE COMPATIBILITY: Compatible with a wide range of ropes from 9 to 13 mm diameter; the ribbed cam is designed to grip effectively without damaging the rope sheath. - ERGONOMIC HANDLING: The cam is integrated into the frame to facilitate handling; a large attachment hole allows the carabiner to rotate freely, preventing cross-loading. - PROFESSIONAL CERTIFIED: Certified for Technical Use (NFPA 2500/1983) and European standards (CE EN 567, EN 12841 Type B). ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B01F8JBPV0 | | Best Sellers Rank | #100,387 in Sports & Outdoors ( See Top 100 in Sports & Outdoors ) #27 in Climbing Belay & Rappel Equipment | | Brand Name | PETZL | | Customer Reviews | 4.8 out of 5 stars 208 Reviews | | Included Components | petzô | | Item Type Name | Opening rope clamp with friction cams | | Item Weight | 260 Grams | | Manufacturer | Petzl | | Manufacturer Part Number | B50A | | Model Number | B50A | | Unit Count | 1 Count | | Warranty Description | no Guarantee | ## Product Details - **Brand:** PETZL - **Color:** Yellow - **Global Trade Identification Number:** 03342540103818 - **Item Weight:** 0.64 Pounds - **Item dimensions L x W x H:** 5.51 x 1.97 x 3.54 inches - **Manufacturer:** Petzl - **Material:** Aluminum, Stainless Steel - **Style:** Rescuecender ## Images ![PETZL RESCUCENDER Openable Cam-Loaded Rope Clamp for Haul Systems - Yellow - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71Jgy4DVW5L.jpg) ![PETZL RESCUCENDER Openable Cam-Loaded Rope Clamp for Haul Systems - Yellow - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71XyJnz4ZoL.jpg) ![PETZL RESCUCENDER Openable Cam-Loaded Rope Clamp for Haul Systems - Yellow - Image 3](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61L7VI-KPJL.jpg) ## Questions & Answers **Q: Does this Rescucender grab the rope with cam action (won't damage rope) or does it have spike teeth which could dig in and damage rope?** A: To my knowledge the rescucender is the only cam rope ascender/arrester that doesn’t damage a rope under a shock load. It was originally designed by Rock Thompson in 1989 based on the “Soloist”, another rope arresting device he designed as a self-belay for rock climbers. I personally conducted drop test back in the “90’s” when I worked for the University of Nevada Reno’s industrial fire school using the original design and we had no rope damage. I still teach rescue work and I still use rescucenders. We have been using them to acsend ropes and to tighten high lines for years. And there were other’s that also did test with the rescucender and they published their results with similar findings. There is a YouTube clip of one damaging a rope but if you look at the cam it is severely wore and damaged and should never have been used. This new design is really great as there is no more the little wire that people have gotten twisted or wrapped around the rope. I love this new design and the rescucender (both the original and new design) is the only hard ascender I use in rescue work. (Soft ascender being cordage loops tied onto a fixed line using an ascender knot, ie Prussic, Kliemheist, Bachman, etc.) However... High angle rope work is always dangerous, people working in this environment need to obtain professional training and always plan for the unexpected to occur and not totally rely on one piece of gear; always remove any slack in your rope systems to prevent or minimize your chances of having a shock load on your rope system. (My CYA Statement) YIS (Yours In Service) **Q: Can this work as an up and down control for roof work? Please advise if I need another type of controller?** A: I'm not sure what you mean by up and down control. This is a device that grips the roop and lets you ascend normally but you can't descend without manual intervention. (You have to hold the lever to let the rope out. As soon as you release the lever, it grips the rope.) If you are working on a roof with a rope affixed to the apex, then it would keep you from falling as long as you were disciplined enough to keep the rope snug in case the tension isn't enough to pull it out for you. **Q: Is this device mid-line attachable?** A: Yes, you can put the rescucender on the rope whenever and wherever you want. You just have to remove the carabiner in order to put it on or take it off. **Q: How smooth is the feed, any drag? Looking for something that can handle 11.4mm rope** A: I use the Rescucender to TR soloing. It feeds very smoothly and is super easy to use. I have only used it on ropes up to 10.0 mm. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review *by D***Y on October 9, 2022* ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review *by D***. on July 24, 2025* ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review *by C***S on July 22, 2020* ## Frequently Bought Together - PETZL, Rescucender - PETZL - ROLLCLIP A, Pulley-Carabiner, Triact-Lock - PETZL, OK Carabiners --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.vu/products/28634811-petzl-rescucender-openable-cam-loaded-rope-clamp-for-haul-systems](https://www.desertcart.vu/products/28634811-petzl-rescucender-openable-cam-loaded-rope-clamp-for-haul-systems) --- *Product available on Desertcart Vanuatu* *Store origin: VU* *Last updated: 2026-05-07*