Description
Engineered for Safety at Heights
The Dromex DFA-TPGS15 Retractable Fall Arrester is a self-retracting fall arrest device designed for work-at-height applications. Featuring a 15 m galvanized steel wire rope lifeline, this black retractable fall arrester is certified to EN 360:2002 and is suitable for both vertical and horizontal length systems. The unit is designed to provide controlled movement while automatically arresting a fall when required.
Key Features
- 🛡️ 15 m self-retracting fall arrest lifeline
- 🛡️ Galvanized steel wire rope construction
- 🛡️ Certified to EN 360:2002
- 🛡️ Suitable for vertical and horizontal length systems
- 🛡️ ATEX-rated for use in explosive environments
- 🛡️ Colour impact indicators at attachment ends
- 🛡️ Swivel anchorage eye helps reduce twisting
- 🛡️ Snap hook with load indicator
- 🛡️ 15 m tag line included
- 🛡️ Durable casing with ergonomic handle design
Benefits
- ✅ Allows freedom of movement while working at height
- ✅ Automatically limits fall distance during a fall event
- ✅ Supports safer work on scaffolding, maintenance platforms and industrial structures
- ✅ Visual impact indicators assist with inspection checks
- ✅ Suitable for demanding industrial environments
- ✅ Designed for professional fall-protection systems
Specifications
| Brand | Dromex |
| Model | DFA-TPGS15 |
| Product Type | Retractable Fall Arrester / Self-Retracting Lifeline |
| Colour | Black |
| Lifeline Length | 15 m |
| Lifeline Material | Galvanized Steel Wire Rope |
| Breaking Strength | 15 kN |
| Maximum User Capacity | 140 kg including tools |
| Casing | High-impact Polymer |
| Hook Type | Swivel Steel Snap Hook with Load Indicator |
| Tag Line | 15 m Included |
| Approximate Weight | 6.5 kg |
| Application Orientation | Vertical and Horizontal Length Systems |
| Certification | EN 360:2002 |
| ATEX Rated | Yes |
How to Use
- Inspect the device and connectors before each use.
- Attach the anchorage eye to a suitable approved anchor point.
- Connect the snap hook to a compatible fall-arrest harness attachment point.
- Allow the lifeline to extend and retract freely during movement.
- Follow site-specific fall-protection procedures and inspection requirements.
- Remove the unit from service if it has been involved in a fall event or shows signs of damage.
⚠️ Any retractable fall arrester that has arrested a fall must be removed from service and inspected according to fall-protection procedures before further use.
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ “Smooth retraction and solid construction. Ideal for scaffold work.” — Thabo S.
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ “The impact indicators make inspections much easier on site.” — Karen M.
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ “Reliable height safety equipment for industrial maintenance teams.” — Jaco V.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What type of fall protection device is this?
A: It is a retractable fall arrester, also known as a self-retracting lifeline (SRL).
Q: What is the lifeline length?
A: The DFA-TPGS15 uses a 15 m retractable wire rope lifeline.
Q: What material is used for the lifeline?
A: The lifeline is manufactured from galvanized steel wire rope.
Q: Is the unit certified?
A: Yes. It is certified to EN 360:2002.
Q: Can it be used in explosive-risk environments?
A: Yes. The DFA-TPGS15 is listed as ATEX rated.
Q: Can it be used in horizontal applications?
A: Yes. Manufacturer information identifies the DFA-TPGS15 as suitable for vertical and horizontal length systems.
Q: What is the maximum user capacity?
A: The specified maximum capacity is 140 kg including tools.
Q: What are the impact indicators used for?
A: Colour impact indicators assist with inspection by showing whether the equipment may have been subjected to a fall event.
Industries & Applications
- 🏗️ Construction
- 🧱 Scaffolding Applications
- 🛢️ Oil Rigs
- 🏭 Refineries
- 🧹 Cleaning, Painting & Building Maintenance
- ⚙️ Industrial Maintenance
- 🚧 Infrastructure Projects
- 🏢 Elevated Access Work
Compliance & Certifications
- 📜 EN 360:2002 Retractable Type Fall Arresters
- 📜 ATEX Rated
Choose the Dromex DFA-TPGS15 when dependable fall protection, mobility and certified performance are essential. Its 15 m retractable steel lifeline, impact indicators and EN 360:2002 certification make it a practical solution for demanding work-at-height environments.
