CMC CLUTCH

More is Possible

Introducing the all-new CLUTCH, the latest evolution in rescue and rope access hardware that enables the technical rope professional to do more with less. This multi-purpose device was designed and engineered in collaboration by two companies with a collective 90 year history in rope management under heavy loads: CMC, a company with roots in rescue and rope access, and Harken Industrial, a manufacturing company with roots in high performance sailing.

Suited to a multitude of rigging operations, the CLUTCH delivers efficient operation, ease of use, and optimal control. It moves seamlessly between anchor-based systems and personal use, offering unmatched versatility for the rope technician. With the CLUTCH, more is possible.

Features:

• Single wearable tool for efficient hauling, controlled lowering, smooth personal descent, easy ascending, belaying, and Twin Tension Rope Systems.
• Delivers up to 38% higher efficiency in hauling and ascending than a cam-style device: reducing changeovers.
• Moves seamlessly between anchor-based systems and personal use: reducing gear cache volume and weight.
• Combines the key features of personal descenders and load management devices: reducing equipment training and cost.
• Instantly transitions between hauling and lowering or ascent and descent without having to transfer the load.
• Allows main and belay lines to be mirrored, twin-tensioned, or nested in Double CLUTCH technique (handles controlled by single operator).
• Replaces 8 pieces of traditional equipment: pulley, rescue rack, anchor plate, load release strap, prusik cord, and 3 carabiners.
• The 11 mm CLUTCH and CMC"s G11" Lifeline can be used together to build NFPA G-Rated systems using 11mm rope, saving space and reducing weight.
• The 11 mm CLUTCH is compatible with 10.5 " 11 mm rope and certified to NFPA 1983 General Use, ANSI, and EN standards. It"s the only device for 10.5 " 11 mm rope that carries all these certifications.
• The 13 mm CLUTCH is compatible with 12.5 " 13 mm rope and certified to NFPA 1983 General Use and ANSI standards.
• Patented. Made in the USA.