Petzl 7/16" (11.6 mm) x 148ft w/ Eye FLOW Arborist Rope | 6070 lbs Breaking Strength

Petzl FLOW 11.8 mm (7/16″) Rope – 45 m (148 ft) Green

The Petzl FLOW is a lightweight, low-stretch rope engineered specifically for professional arborists. It combines excellent flexibility and grip with reliable performance in tree-care environments. This 45 m version includes a factory splice for use with pulleys, friction savers, and mechanical prusiks like the ZIGZAG. Attaches cleanly into SRS/MRS systems.

Key Features

• EverFlex polyester double-braid: Maintains supple handling even when wet or muddy.
• Low-stretch performance: ~3 % static elongation under load.
• Certified splice: Smoothly passes through prusik chains and friction-sav​​ers.
• Balanced diameter: 11.8 mm (7/16″) offers great handling with minimal bulk.

Specifications

• Length: 45 m (148 ft)
• Diameter: 11.8 mm (7/16″)
• Weight: ~103 g/m (~17.5 lb for 45 m)
• Min. breaking strength: 27 kN (~6,070 lbf)
• Strength with figure‑8: 15 kN (~3,370 lbf)
• Strength with splice: 15 kN (~3,370 lbf)
• Impact force (factor 0.3): 5.9 kN (~1,327 lbf)
• ANSI Z133, CE EN 1891 Type A certified

Applications

• Arborist tree climbing using MRS/SRS
• Pulley systems and friction savers
• Branch-to-branch transitions and rigging

Usage Recommendations

• Check splice and sheath regularly.
• Only use with gear rated for 11.8 mm ropes.
• Clean and dry after use per Petzl care guidelines.

Factory splice included; ideal for professional arborist climbing and rigging.