The micro traxion is petzls smaller, sleeker, sexier mini traxion. Jun 26, 2012 the petzl mini traxion, this is the best and lightest hauling device for hauling small loads after the petzl micro traxion. My bet is a micro would work even better, as, its got a bigger pulley wheel. The micro traxion is an ultralight 85 g, ultracompact progresscapture pulley that is.
The famous petzl minimicro traxions and the climbing technology roll n lock. Bloczek ze zintegrowana blokada sluzacy jako zwykly bloczek lub bloczek z funkcja blokady. Petzl p53 micro traxion the micro traxion is an ultralight, ultracompact progress capture pulley that is exceptionally efficient. Pulley with integrated progress capture device can be used as a selfjamming pulley or simple pulley upper button allows cam to be locked in. Petzl micro traxion pulley rope grab p53, fabricmaterial. The biggest changes from the mini traxion are that they boosted.
Weighing only 85g and accepting ropes 811mm, the micro traxion works effectively on frozen or dirty ropes making it ideal for cravasse rescue, an emergency ascender, or for hauling gear. The mini traxion is fine when no mechanical advantage is needed. Micro traxion compact and lightweight selfjamming pulley. The micro traxion is exceptionally efficient 91%, ultralight progress capture pulley. James kilpatricks srt ascent system okd by petzl richard tregoweth saturday, november 07, 2015 as far back as 2011 james kilpatrick experimented with a modified srt ascent system read a previous blog post on the subject here. The mini is rated at 20kn the pro traxion is rated at 22kn instead of 23kn that is almost 4950lbs as required by ansi and isa for workers in trees. I had the mini traxion on a petzl ok oval carabiner. Petzl micro traxion climbing pulley device wild earth. Supertopos climbing discussion forum is the worlds most popular community discussion forum for people who actively climb outdoors. Petzl micro traxion pulley micro traxion is an ultracompact, extremely light progress capture pulley that is exceptionally efficient. To check out the products page on our website or for further details please visit.
Petzls pro traxion pulley a quick look the key features, benefits and specifications of the p51a pro traxion. Petzl mini traxion self belay human error almost tragedy. The micro traxion is an ultralight 85 g, ultracompact progresscapture pulley that is exceptionally efficient 91 % thanks to its sealed ball bearings. The toothed cam grips the rope to haul or lift loads, and the sealed ball bearings. Petzl mini traxion progress pulley compact red for every job. Micro traxion is an ultracompact, extremely light progress capture pulley that is exceptionally efficient. The petzl micro traxion is an ultralight, ultracompact progress capture pulley that is exceptionally efficient. I was doing top rope laps on a short climb using my mini traxion. As with the petzl mini traxion, the micro traxion is designed to be a progress capture pulley for hauling on big walls, rescue applications, and any other scenario where a progress capture pulley could be useful. It looks to me to be very similar indeed to the ropeman, but with the addition of a pulley wheel revolving around the hole which the carabiner clips through.
My searches have lead me to two very similar devices. This little device can be expediently used to haul a victim out with less rigging than traditional systems. Ive used a mini traxion for ascending with it at my harness. The micro traxion can be locked in the open position for use as a. The petzl micro traxion has become an essential piece of hardware for modern crevasse rescue methods. Petzl micro traxion high efficiency progress capture pulley. Petzl micro traxion is an ultralight, supercompact, selfjamming pulley that weighs only 85g and can fit in the palm of your hand. Which is best mini or micro traxion for top rope soloing. The lightweight mini can handle big loads, but is small enough to go almost anywhere or be carried on the harness. With its large diameter sheave and great efficiency, it is particularly appropriate for hauling heavy loads on big walls. Pro traxion pulley by petzl wesspur tree equipment. It s internal zero loss cam makes it ideal for hauling system, and it s very efficient sealed ball bearing sheave allows for smooth hauls even under heavy loads or long evolutions.
Im not so convinced by the aggressive teeth on the traxion, but i imagine this is better for iced ropes. Easier to handle than the micro especially in winter situations. The micro traxion is petzl s smaller, sleeker, sexier mini traxion. The biggest changes from the mini traxion are that they boosted the efficiency of the pulley from 71 percent to 91. All users must be trained and competent in the use of the equipment for these activities. For effective and comfortable hauling of heavy loads with builtin progress capture features, the pro traxion pulley is really 3 devices in 1. Gorny przycisk umozliwia zablokowanie zapadki w pozycji. Id redirect the rope out of the micro to the upper ascender, and, pulley or just carabiner, pull down. It can be used in almost any situation such as crevasse rescue or selfbelaying. Top rope soloing with petzl ascension ascender rss feeds.
As a backup to the belay loop that the oval was connected to, i had a quick draw connected from a leg loop to the oval biner big mistake. The technical rescuers choice for rope rescue equipment for high angle, confined space, water, and tower rescue. Ce en 567, eac micro traxion is an ultracompact, extremely light progress capture pulley that is exceptionally efficient. Ultralight and ultracompact progress capture pulley volume and weight 50 % less than the mini traxionsealed ball bearings provide excellent efficiency 91 %cam can be locked in open position so device can be used as a simple pulley. The petzl mini traxion pulley has a builtin cam that acts a progress capture device, making it ideal for setting up hauling systems or moving along a tyrolean traverse. The mini traxion can be used for sack hauling, but it can also be used for backup belaying and for moving along a tyrolean traverse where the cam acts as an antreturn device. Sold by the safe path and ships from amazon fulfillment. Petzl s micro traxion is an ultralight 85g, ultracompact progresscapture pulley that is exceptionally efficient 91% thanks to its sealed ball bearings. Photo courtesy petzl the micro traxion is petzl s latest iteration of a progresscapture pulley and being their smallest and lightest version yet, it could be conveniently summarized as being the little brother to the already popular mini traxion and pro traxion. Although many different ascenders and progresscapture pulleys can be used, most climbers using this method prefer the petzl mini traxion or petzl microcender, or a combination of the two. The micro traxion is an ultra light 85 g, ultracompact progresscapture pulley that is exceptionally efficient. Similar to the petzl mini traxion, but with an extra attachment point at the bottom and with a larger and therefor more efficient pulley wheel. The integrated cam allows the rope to move through without slipping backwards.
The micro traxion from petzl is a small, light, and efficient progressive capture pulley. Has anyone experimented with replacing the petzl micro traxion with a trango cinch in an ascending system. Micro traxion ultracompact, highefficiency progress capture pulley. The petzl micro traxion is an ultralight, ultracompact progresscapture pulley designed for rescue and hauling. Our selection also includes full body harnesses, lanyards, gloves, and other fall protection safety gear. Petzl has noted that some leaders use it to belay their second, mostly for comfort. With its largediameter sheave and great efficiency, the petzl pro traxion pulley is ideal for hauling heavy loads. High efficiency, ultralight progress capture pulley the micro traxion is an ultralight 85 g, ultracompact progresscapture pulley that is exceptionally efficient 91 % thanks to its sealed ball bearings. The famous petzl mini micro traxions and the climbing technology roll n lock. Upper button allows cam to be locked in open position. As a backup to the belay loop that the oval was connected to, i had a quick draw connected from a. Minitraxion protraxion pulleys was created by oldtimer any experiences and is this piece of gear stong enough to hold an avarage weight person about 200 lbs.
The petzl mini traxion, this is the best and lightest hauling device for hauling small loads after the petzl micro traxion. In yosemite, the mini traxion has become the favored device to practice crux pitches on big walls. Petzl recommends always using two different devices to maximize the benefit of the backup. Petzl mini traxion, a great solo toproping progession pulley, rescue device, or general purpose ascender. Below is by no means a perfect system, nor is it a tutorial designed to instruct you in setting up a solo top rope system, but a description of what our testers did to assess the products. The cam can be locked in open position so the device can be used as a simple pulley. Now many top hangdogs are replacing their belay slaves with the petzl mini traxion, a swingsided, oneway pulley that can be used for hauling, tyrolean traverses and toprope selfbelay on ropes from 8 to mm. Mini traxion pro traxion pulleys was created by oldtimer any experiences and is this piece of gear stong enough to hold an avarage weight person about 200 lbs. Petzl mini traxion progress pulley compact red fall. The roll n lock has a more gentler toothed cam, like the wc ropeman 1. May 06, 20 ive used a mini traxion for ascending with it at my harness. This pulley basically means that it does the job of a pulley plus an autobloc when hauling.
May be used as simple pulley by locking the cam in the raised position aluminum sheave mounted on sealed ball bearings for excellent efficiency 91% efficiency certifications. Nfpa rescue rope, harnesses, technical pulleys, ascenders, descenders, rescue slings, water rescue, pfd, isc wales, ruth lee. Jun 23, 2012 the micro traxion is petzl s smaller, sleeker, sexier mini traxion. The cam works on dirty or icy ropes and can be locked in open position for use as a pulley. Petzl micro traxion rescue pulley tactical medical solutions. I now use a petzl ascention ascender and a petzl minitraxion as my redundant backup device. Micro traxion is an ultracompact, extremely light progress capture pulley that is. Aluminum, steel, stainless steel, nylon, w free shipping. The micro traxion is an ultracompact, extremely light progresscapture pulley that is exceptionally efficient.
I ask because there are plenty of threads on selfbelay around the net. The bottom attachment point makes it easier to rig 2. Ukc forums ropeman vs mini traxion for self belaying. The micro traxion is not certified to the en 12278 standard pulleys, due to contradictions between the marking requirements of this standard, and those required by the rope clamp standards.
Aluminum sheave mounted on sealed ball bearings for excellent efficiency. Pulley with integrated progress capture device can be used as a selfjamming pulley or simple pulley. The pro traxion progress capture pulley was designed to allow rope installation while the pulley is connected to the anchor. Carry the lightweight, efficient petzl micro traxion pulley on adventures that can require crevasse rescue, gear hauling and selfrescue. The micro traxion is an improvement on the mini traxion as it is lighter, smaller and more efficient at hauling. The petzl pro traxion is designed to facilitate introduction of rope into the pulley without being disconnected from the anchor. Jul 11, 2017 petzl s pro traxion pulley a quick look the key features, benefits and specifications of the p51a pro traxion. Rescuetalk provides leading news and information for safety and rescue professionals and is a service of roco rescue, inc.
Petzls micro traxion is an ultralight 85g, ultracompact progresscapture pulley that is exceptionally efficient 91% thanks to its sealed ball bearings. Even so, the certification body has performed the tests according to en 12278 and stated that the micro traxion complies with its requirements. Weighing only 85g and accepting ropes 811mm, the micro traxion works effectively on frozen or dirty ropes making it ideal. The mini is rated at 20kn the protraxion is rated at 22kn instead of 23kn that is almost 4950lbs as required by ansi and isa for workers in trees. Its main feature is the sealed ball bearings that make it massively efficient. Aluminum sheave features internal, selflubricating bushings for repeated reliable use. Discussion in tech tips and gear started by mike zampino, may 6, 20. The side plate locks when loaded and prevents opening of the pulley during use. Ultralight and ultracompact progress capture pulley volume and weight 50 % smaller than the mini traxion excellent efficiency, thanks to sealed ball bearings 91 % cam can be locked in open position so device can be used as a simple pulley.