A mechanical replacement for self-jamming knots (Prussik, Machard...). Positioned below a descender, the Shunt acts as a back-up belay for an abseil descent. It locks onto the rope as soon as you release it and follows your descent when you press on it.

Technical specifications :

For use on single rope 3/8 to 7/16 in. (10 to 11 mm) or doubled ropes from 5/16 to 7/16 in. (8 to 11 mm).
Weight: 6.6 oz. (188 g)

EN 567, CE 0197