downRigger Aerial Friction Device NEW!

SOUTHERN CROSS EQUIPMENT downRigger Aerial Friction Device NEW!

The downRigger is a state-of-the-art aerial friction device crafted by Rock Exotica in Utah, now proudly offered by Southern Cross Equipment. Designed specifically for arborists, this device allows you to lower tree limbs quickly and efficiently with complete control and safety.

Lightweight and compact, weighing only 453 grams, the downRigger measures 168 x 83 mm, making it easy to connect overhead or at the base of your rigging system without adding cumbersome bulk. Its innovative design applies friction to the rigging line when weighted by the load, giving the operator precise control over descent speed simply by hand.

When unweighted, the rigging line glides smoothly through the device, enabling quick resets and seamless operation during your work.

Key features include the renowned Rock Exotica Omni-swivel top, ensuring effortless alignment with the load, and a double-locking side plate for quick and secure rope installation. This downRigger is compatible with rope diameters between 12.5 and 14 mm, perfectly suited to professional arborist rope standards.

• Code: AB1
• Weight: 453g
• Minimum Breaking Strength (MBS): 31kN
• Working Load Limit (WLL): 1.33kN
• Dimensions: 168 x 83 mm
• Compatible Rope Diameters: 12.5 - 14 mm

Enhance your rigging efficiency and safety with the downRigger—a trusted aerial friction device that combines strength, precision, and ease of use for all your tree limb lowering tasks.