A sneak preview of the new Petzl professional products for 2021. You will see examples of Petzl’s innovation, for example, the Petzl Eject and you will also see Petzl’s continual improvement. The Petzl Newton range is a good example of this.
Work at height
Petzl Newton – Available March 2021
The Petzl Newton fall arrest range of harnesses gets a revamp after four years of the current models. The range includes the base model, Newton, the Newton Fast, with it’s FAST LT PLUS buckles on the leg loops, and the Newton Easyfit, which now comes with a smaller mesh vest. The textile sternal fall arrest attachment point has been changed. These ‘magic rings’ now include three textile layers with different colours; yellow, grey and red. If the red textile is exposed, the harness needs to be retired. These harnesses now include two dorsal attachment points; the metal attachment for connection to a fall arrest system and the textile attachment for connection to a self-retracting fall arrest system.
Main changes
- 3 textile layers on the sternal attachment point
- Metal and textile dorsal attachment points
- Wider plastic dorsal plate
- FAST LT PLUS sternal buckle
- Plastic MGO storage points (International version)
- 2 pockets (Newton Easyfit)
All three models are available in European and International versions. The Newton Easyfit Hi-Viz has been dropped; being replaced by the Hi-Viz Vest.
Sizes
- Newton / Newton Fast – size 1 and 2
- Newton Easyfit – size 0, 1 and 2
Conformity
- European version – CE EN 361, EAC
- International version – CE EN 361, EAC, ANSI Z359.11, CSA Z259.10
Petzl Jane-I – Available January 2021
Revamped to include the small Stuart plastic sheath (and smaller thimble) on one end and dyneema stitching on the other end.
Sizes
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- 60cm
- 100cm
- 150cm
Conformity
CE EN 354, EN 795 type B, EAC, ANSI Z359.3
Petzl Jane-Y- Available January 2021
A non-adjustable dynamic rope lanyard that can be used with the Petzl Absorbica to make a double lanyard with integrated energy absorber. Features the Stuart plastic sheath, and dyneema stitching (harness connection point) to protect from abrasion.
Sizes
- 60cm
- 100cm
- Offset Y – 30 cm and 60 cm
Conformity
CE EN 354
ANSI Z359.3 (not offset Y)
Petzl Wire strop – Available April 2021
Galvanised 6.5mm anchor strop with two different terminations. One end incorporates a plastic sheath, that holds the connector in position, the other end has a loop that can be used to cholke the strop. 23kN breaking strength.
Sizes
- 0.5 m
- 1 m
- 1.50 m
- 2 m
- 3 m
Conformity
CE EN 795 B, TS 16415 (two-person use), NFPA 1983 Technical Use, ANSI Z359.18
Petzl Spin – Available April 2021
The new range of Petzl Spin pulleys will replace the current Petzl Pro pulley. They have a swivel capable of taking 2 karabiners that locks under load. The swing cheek has a double lock system for added security. The rope can be loaded with the pulley attached to the anchor, which reduced the risk of dropping.
Spin L1D
- Swivel (capable of taking 2 karabiners)
- One direction, 40mm faceted sheave
- Double lock swing cheek
- 93% efficiency
- 4×2 = 8 kN WLL
- 36 kN MBS
- Rope compatibility = 7-13 mm
- the cheek can be opened while the pulley is attached to an anchor, therefore reducing the drop risk
Conformity
CE (based on pertinent requirements for EN 12278), NFPA 1983 Pulley General Use
www.abaris.co.uk/Petzl-Spin-L1D-Swivel-Pulley
Spin L1
- Swivel (capable of taking 2 karabiners)
- Double lock swing cheek
- 95% efficiency
- 4×2 = 8 kN WLL
- 36 kN MBS
- Rope compatibility = 7-13 mm
- Sealed ball bearings
- the cheek can be opened while the pulley is attached to an anchor, therefore reducing the drop risk
Conformity
CE EN 12278, NFPA 1983 Pulley General Use, UIAA
www.abaris.co.uk/Petzl-Spin-L1-Swivel-Pulley
Spin L2
- Double pulley with becket
- Swivel (capable of taking 2 karabiners)
- Double lock swing cheek
- 95% efficiency
- 8 kN WLL (2 kN per strand)
- 36 kN MBS (becket 22 kN)
- Rope compatibility = 7-13 mm
- Sealed ball bearings
- the cheek can be opened while the pulley is attached to an anchor, therefore reducing the drop risk
Conformity
CE EN 12278, NFPA 1983 Pulley General Use, UIAA
www.abaris.co.uk/Petzl-Spin-L2-Double-Swivel-Pulley
Petzl Paw – Available January 2021
Petzl have revised their range of rigging plates. Now only available in yellow and black. However, the three sizes remain unchanged. The finish has been improved. The edges of the attachment holes have been rounded. This allows for ropes and slings to be threaded for a direct connection. The strength has been uprated too; which provides a much improved strength to weight ratio.
Breaking strength
- Small – 36 kN
- Medium – 45 kN
- Large – 50 kN
Conformity
CE EN 12278, NFPA 1983 General Use
New Petzl products for 2021 – Tree care
Petzl Eject – Available April 2021
An ingenious retrievable Cambian Saver offering numerous configurations and lengths.
- Efficiency = 95%
- WLL = 140 kg
- 25 kN MBS
- Rope compatibility = 7-13 mm
Conformity
CE EN 795 B, CE EN 12278, ANSI Z133, EAC, TS 16415
Bags
Petzl Duffle 65 / 85 – Available January 2021
The Duffle is a new bag and is available in 65 or 85 litre versions. The rucksack style shoulder straps and side handle provide versatility and choice. The large main opening provides good space with two small compartments with zip closure. There’s a separate side pocket with zip closure.
- 65 / 85 litres
- Removable shoulder straps
- Large side pocket capable of taking a helmet or shoes
- 2 pockets in the inner flap
- Side handle
- Clear pocket for identification purposes
Lighting
Petzl Duo RL – Available February 2021
A hugely powerful waterproof rechargeable head torch with 3,000 lumens. It features Petzl’s REACTIVE LIGHTING® technology which improves battery life.
- 3,000 lumens
- REACTIVE LIGHTING® technology
- IP67
- Lithium-Ion 3,200 mAh battery
To conclude, the new Petzl Professional products for 2021 aren’t numerous (it’s not an A+A year) but they do add value to the range. They also illustrate Petzl’s ingenuity and their continued commitment for improvement.
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