Description
Reliable Fall Protection for Vertical and Horizontal Work at Height
The Dromex DFA-TPGS06 Retractable Fall Arrester is a 6 m self-retracting lifeline (SRL) designed for work-at-height applications where rapid fall arrest and controlled movement are required. Featuring a galvanized steel wire rope lifeline, robust protective casing with carrying handle, swivel anchorage components, and EN 360:2002 certification, this fall arrester is suitable for professional use in demanding industrial environments.
Key Features
- 🔒 Self-retracting lifeline keeps the wire rope under tension to minimize free-fall distance
- 🛡️ Galvanized steel wire rope with 15 kN wire breaking strength
- ⚠️ Colour impact indicators at attachment ends help identify fall exposure
- 🔄 Swivel anchorage eye with karabiner helps reduce twisting and tangling
- 🪝 Swivel steel snap hook with load indicator at harness attachment end
- 🏗️ Suitable for vertical and horizontal movement during use
- 💥 ATEX-rated and certified for potentially explosive environments
- 🧰 Protective casing with integrated carrying handle
- 👷 Maximum rated load of 140 kg including equipment
- 📏 Supplied with a 6 m tag line to assist lifeline retraction during non-use
Benefits
- ✅ Helps arrest a fall rapidly and limit free-fall hazards
- ✅ Allows greater freedom of movement within the work area
- ✅ Reduces swing-fall potential compared to longer conventional lanyards
- ✅ Durable construction suitable for harsh industrial environments
- ✅ Easier inspection through visual impact indicators
- ✅ Compatible with full-body harness systems used for fall protection
- ✅ Suitable for hazardous areas requiring ATEX-rated equipment
Specifications
| Brand | Dromex |
| Model | DFA-TPGS06 |
| Product Type | Retractable Fall Arrester / Self-Retracting Lifeline (SRL) |
| Length | 6 m |
| Colour | Black |
| Lifeline Material | Galvanized Steel Wire Rope |
| Wire Rope Breaking Strength | 15 kN |
| Maximum Rated Load | 140 kg |
| Anchorage Components | Swivel Anchorage Eye with Karabiner |
| Harness Connector | Swivel Steel Snap Hook with Load Indicator |
| Impact Indicators | Colour Impact Indicators at Attachment Ends |
| Application Orientation | Vertical and Horizontal Use |
| Certification | EN 360:2002 |
| Compliance | EU PPE Regulation 2016/425 |
| ATEX Rating | ATEX Certified / Intrinsically Safe for Potentially Explosive Environments |
| Sale Unit | Each |
How to Use
- Inspect the housing, wire rope, connectors, and indicators before every use.
- Attach the anchorage end to a suitable certified anchor point.
- Connect the snap hook to the dorsal attachment point of a compatible full-body harness.
- Allow the lifeline to extend and retract freely while working.
- Monitor the impact indicators and load indicator for signs of a previous fall event.
- Remove the unit from service if fall exposure, damage, or abnormal operation is detected.
⚠️ If the fall indicator or load indicator shows that a fall has occurred, the device must be removed from service and inspected before further use.
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “The retraction is smooth and the unit feels extremely robust on site.” — Johan S.
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “Great mobility while working on scaffolding and easy to inspect before use.” — Thabo M.
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “The impact indicators make equipment checks much quicker for our team.” — Lerato K.
FAQs
What is the purpose of the DFA-TPGS06? It is a retractable fall arrester designed to reduce and limit free-fall hazards while allowing user mobility during work at height.
What is the lifeline length? The unit provides a 6 m galvanized steel wire rope lifeline.
Can it be used in explosive environments? Yes. The unit is ATEX-rated and certified for potentially explosive environments.
What is the maximum rated load? The maximum rated load is 140 kg, including tools and equipment.
Does it have fall indicators? Yes. Colour impact indicators and a load-indicator hook help identify fall exposure.
Can it be used with a harness? Yes. It is intended for use as part of a full-body harness fall-arrest system.
What certification does it carry? The DFA-TPGS06 is certified to EN 360:2002 and complies with EU PPE Regulation 2016/425.
What industries commonly use this equipment? Construction, mining, ship building, refineries, warehousing, rope access, cleaning, painting, and maintenance operations.
Industries & Applications
- 🏗️ Construction and scaffolding
- ⛏️ Mining
- 🚢 Ship building and shipyard operations
- 🛢️ Refineries and hazardous-area work
- 🏭 Industrial maintenance
- 🏢 Building maintenance
- 🪟 Window cleaning
- 🎨 Painting projects
- 📦 Warehousing
- 🧗 Rope access work
Compliance & Certifications
- ✔️ EN 360:2002 Certified
- ✔️ EU PPE Regulation 2016/425 Compliant
- ✔️ ATEX Certified for potentially explosive environments
Choose the Dromex DFA-TPGS06 when dependable fall protection, certified performance, and freedom of movement are essential. Its self-retracting design, steel wire rope lifeline, impact indicators, and ATEX-rated construction make it a reliable solution for professional work-at-height applications.
