Description:
A swivel pulley you can put on midline with one hand. The SMC Apex Swivel Pulley (NRS item 45261.01) attaches anywhere along the rope through a patented low-profile, triple-action lock. It is a dependable choice for wilderness rescue, fire department rope rescue, swiftwater rigging and even arborist work. Browse more rescue pulleys and hardware.
Features
- Triple-action lock: pivot the button, press it in and swing the side plate open, all one-handed, and it guards against accidental opening.
- Midline attachable: rig the pulley onto a rope that is already set up.
- Cold-forged swivel eye: 360 degrees of access with room for up to three carabiners.
- Soft-goods friendly shape: the smooth, rounded eye lets you attach slings directly and skip the carabiner.
- Symmetrical side plates: set up for prusik-based progress capture and less chance of misrigging.
- Takes rope up to 1/2" (13 mm): covers common rescue rope sizes.
- 100% American made: built by SMC in the USA.
Specifications
- Material: aluminum, stainless steel
- Axle: ball bearing
- Sheave: 1.5" aluminum
- Dimensions: 5.9" x 2.9"
- Weight: 10.8 oz (306 g)
- Pulley strength: 38 kN = 8542 lbs.
- Working load limit: 9.5 kN
- Max rope size: 0.5" (13 mm)
Sizes & options
Sold individually. One style, no options to choose.
Questions about the SMC Apex swivel pulley
How strong is the Apex Swivel Pulley?
It has a 38 kN (8542 lbs.) pulley strength and a 9.5 kN working load limit.
Can it be opened with one hand?
Yes. The triple-action lock works one-handed: pivot the lock button, press it in, then swing the side plate open.
How many carabiners fit the swivel eye?
Up to three, and the rounded eye also accepts soft goods directly.
Is it NFPA certified?
No NFPA rating is listed for the Apex. Contact us if your team needs NFPA-rated hardware.
Is the SMC Apex pulley rated for fire or high heat?
No. It is technical rope rescue and water rescue hardware. It is not rated for fire or high-heat use and is not structural firefighting PPE or NFPA 1971 certified.
Where can I buy the SMC Apex Swivel Pulley?
Right here. The Public Safety Store is an authorized SMC dealer. Outfitting a rescue team or need help with sizing? Contact us. Every order is covered by our price match guarantee and easy 30-day returns.
