FallTech 8180D APEX Pro Adjustable Wood Pole Fall Restrict Device

Product Description

The FallTech 8180D APEX Pro Adjustable Wood Pole Fall Restrict Device is engineered to deliver exceptional safety, performance, and ease of use for utility and distribution pole climbers. Built to perform reliably in all conditions—dry, wet, or icy—this device provides smooth movement, confident climbing, and secure fall restriction on wood poles.

Its articulating strap adjuster automatically conforms to varying pole shapes and diameters, while the horizontal rope adjuster ensures ergonomic handling even with gloved hands. The proprietary compact snap hook allows fast, simple connection using as few as two fingers. For added convenience, the system includes a magnetic tail keeper to manage rope ends and prevent snags or tripping hazards.

Designed for professionals who demand dependable gear, the APEX Pro provides premium durability, advanced ergonomics, and compliance with industry-leading safety standards.

Key Features

• Optimized for smooth, confident climbing in dry, wet, and icy conditions

• Articulating strap adjuster conforms to any pole shape or size while maintaining correct orientation

• Compact snap hook allows easy, two-finger connection

• Ergonomic horizontal rope adjuster functions easily even with gloves

• Thumb-release levers on both adjusters for simple, infinite adjustment

• Large-diameter 15 mm Technora® rope offers improved grip and long-term durability

• Slotted bent D-ring prevents rope pinching and improves off-hand rope management

• Magnetic tail keeper reduces snags and trip hazards

• Compatible with wood poles measuring 4" to 18" in diameter

• Meets CSA and ASTM Type AB requirements for fall-restrict devices

Specifications

• Strap: Abrasion/Cut Resistant Nylon; 5,000 lb min. static strength

• Rope: 15 mm Technora® Kernmantle; 5,000 lb min. static strength

• Mini Snap Hook: Aluminum Alloy & Plated Alloy Steel; 5,000 lb static strength, 3,600 lb gate

• Body Belt Carabiners: Plated Alloy Steel; 5,000 lb static strength, 3,600 lb gate

• Adjusters: Aluminum Alloy & Plated Alloy Steel

• Cleats and Bent D-ring: Plated Alloy Steel

• Fits Pole Sizes: 4" to 18" diameter

• User Capacity: 425 lb max. (OSHA, CSA, ASTM)

Compliant With

• CSA Z259.14-12 (R2021) Type AB

• ASTM F887-20 Type AB