Black Widow 12.2 mm 60 meter with splice. - Black /red

Black Widow 12.2 mm 60 meter with splice - Black/red is an extremely durable and reliable static rope from Cousin, specially developed for professional arborists. This rope is optimised for use with mechanical ascenders and descenders such as SpiderJack 3 or ZigZag, and stands out with a patented splice, no sheath slippage, low elongation and minimal water impact for maximum safety and long service life in demanding tree-work environments.

Features

• No sheath slippage – guarantees stable handling over time.
• No elongation over time – maintains performance during prolonged use.
• Diameter does not increase on water exposure – perfect for wet conditions.
• New patented splice specially developed for compatibility with descenders.
• Excellent stability and service life – built for professional arborist operations.
• 16 strands for superior strength and knotability.

Technical specifications

• Diameter: 12.2 mm
• Weight: 105 g/m
• Core share: 41.2%
• Sheath share: 58.8%
• Number of falls: 5
• Impact load: 570 daN
• Number of strands: 16
• Static elongation: 2.5%
• Knotability: 0.70
• Breaking strength: 3,010 daN
• Shrinkage in water: 0.2%
• Material: 100% polyester
• Certification: CE EN1891 Type A
• Length: 60 meter with splice

This rope is ideal for arborists who require reliable equipment in DRT (Double Rope Technique) systems and mechanical prusik systems. Low static elongation minimises risks under load, while the high breaking strength ensures safety at height.[1][2][4]