Ascender/Rope Clamp ASCENSION

Product Information

The Petzl ASCENSION is a go-to handled ascender for anyone serious about efficient rope ascents, whether you're climbing, caving, or working in rope access. Its standout feature is the overmolded grip, designed to give you a powerful, comfortable hold even when pulling with one or two hands, making those long climbs much less fatiguing. It's smart, too, with an integrated safety catch that prevents snagging and a cam that cleans itself, ensuring reliable performance on dirty or icy ropes.

This ascender is engineered for smooth, secure operation. The wide handle opening means you can easily grasp it, even while wearing thick gloves, and the ergonomic upper part maximizes your pulling power. With dedicated attachment points for lanyards and footloops, and an additional upper hole for securing a carabiner around the rope, the ASCENSION offers versatility and ease of use in a compact, durable package.

Features

• Ergonomic overmolded handle provides a comfortable and powerful grip, accommodating gloved hands.
• Ergonomic upper part maximizes power when pulling with two hands.
• Integrated safety catch prevents snagging and allows smooth rope glide.
• Toothed cam with self-cleaning slot optimizes performance on dirty or frozen ropes.
• Wide lower hole for easily attaching two carabiners (lanyard and footloop).
• Upper hole for clipping a carabiner around the rope, useful for various systems.
• Available in left-handed and right-handed versions.

Specs

• Material(s): Aluminum, stainless steel, plastic, rubber, nylon.
• Weight: 165 g.
• Rope compatibility: 8 to 13 mm diameter.
• Certification(s): CE EN 567, UIAA, NFPA 2500 Technical Use.