The rope brake is a durable roping tool used to lower wire rope down the hoistway at controlled speeds. Reversible brake pads allow for multiple uses before requiring replacement. Used for roping or re-roping a lift, the Rope Brake can greatly reduce the time required to install wire ropes in long hoistways.

Key Features

• Increases safety and improves control over the roping and re-roping process
• Designed to only lower the rope when the operator pulls back on the handle
• Extra stopping force can be generated by pushing the handle foward
• Compression die springs ensure safe and repeatable braking force
• Can be used on a wide range of wire rope installation applications
• Weighs 27.6 lbs