Product Overview
Rope diameter and hardware weight are important considerations when putting together rappelling equipment. The Rothco Figure 8 Climbing Ring accommodates rope up to 5/8 inch in diameter and weighs 119 grams, offering a lightweight figure-eight device for climbing, rescue, and rigging applications.
Made from 6061-T6 aluminum alloy, the ring combines metal construction with a hard-coated finish for added surface durability. For equipment that is handled, packed, and used alongside ropes and other hardware, that finish is a useful detail rather than simply a cosmetic treatment.
Rope compatibility and strength
Figure-eight devices use friction as rope passes around their shape, making them a familiar part of rappelling equipment. This model accepts ropes up to 5/8 inch in diameter. Check your rope diameter when selecting hardware, and consider the requirements of your complete rope system rather than choosing a device on size alone.
Rothco specifies a 10,000 lb breaking strength for this ring. Breaking strength describes a failure threshold; it is not a working-load rating or an allowable user weight. That distinction matters when comparing equipment for climbing, rescue, or rigging, where the entire system and its intended use need to be considered.
- Compliance: Listed as NFPA compliant.
- Country of origin: USA.
- Supplier item number: 275.
For customers assembling a rappelling kit or replacing existing figure-eight hardware, the key purchasing details are its rope-size limit, aluminum construction, and specified breaking strength. Select and use it within a suitable rope system and with appropriate training for the activity.
