- Machined Aluminum Build: CNC-machined from 9.5 mm (3/8 in) aluminum stock for a compact, rigid descender.
- NFPA Escape Rated: Classified under the NFPA Escape rating for personal escape-line use.
- Ultra-Lightweight: Weighs only 1.5 oz (43 g), minimizing bulk on a harness or escape kit.
- Small-Diameter Rope Ready: Sized for 5/16 in (8.5 mm) escape line through a 1.25 in (31 mm) large hole.
CMC Survivor 8
Machined from 9.5 mm (3/8 in) aluminum, the CMC Survivor 8 is a compact figure eight descender that works well with escape lines or other small-diameter ropes where minimum size and weight are the primary requirements.
Key Features and Highlights
- Compact, machined aluminum body: minimizes size and weight.
- NFPA Escape classification: built for escape-line applications.
- Small-diameter rope compatibility: matched to 8.5 mm (5/16 in) rope.
Who Is This Product For?
Ideal for: technicians who need a minimal-size, minimal-weight descender for escape lines.
Materials and Construction
Weighs 1.5 oz (43 g), with a 1.25 in (31 mm) large hole. Finished in gray.
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