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The AC202/01 Cobra is a French rope grab. It operates on the same principle as a Type 1 Lever Cam Ascender. The cam is made of 4 pieces of sheet steel riveted together, providing the unusual tooth pattern (at least for an ascender). The more interesting feature is how the frame opens to accept the rope. The frame is hinged, and a spring-loaded pin and a spring-loaded button catch hold the unit closed.
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The AC350 Cabloc is designed to be used on 8 mm wire cable. It has a double cam arrangement. The unique shell grooves allow the unit to be attached to a cable without opening or disassembling the unit.
The AC400 Viper a lever and anvil arrangement similar to that found on the Troll Rocker or the Ural Alp Basic ascenders. The Viper is designed for 10.5-mm braided rope (including kernmantel).
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