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FireTech2 7.5 mm Fire Escape Rope, 100% Technora
An improved construction on the popular FireTech makes the FireTech2 slightly lighter weight and gives it a softer hand. Compatible with F4™ and new FCX™ descent devices. 100% Technora rope offers the highest strength, longest burn-through time and best abrasion resistance.Core/Sheath: Technora®/Technora
- Weight: 4.2 lb/100'
- MBS Rating: 5,889 lb / 26.2 kN
- Elongation at 300 lb: 1.5%
- SWL (10:1): 588 lb
- NFPA 1983: Fire Escape
FireTech™ was the fire rope chosen by FDNY and is considered the standard for all fire escape ropes.
NFPA 1983 Requirements for Escape Ropes:
- Minimum tensile strength of 13.5 kN. Elongation of at least 1% at 10% of the MBS.
- Diameter no smaller than 7.5 mm and no larger than 9.5 mm.
- Sewn eyes shall have a minimum breaking strength of at least 85% of the strength of the rope, OR shall have an MBS of not less than 13.5 kN.
- Fiber cannot melt at less than 400°F.