Climbing Technology CRIC (Multifunctional rope clamp with integrated pulley)
The CT Cric
Introducing Climbing Technology's most versatile rope clamp, designed to be your ultimate companion for all your mountaineering, rope access tasks, and rescue missions. Crafted with durability and ease of use in mind, this ingenious device offers four distinct modes of operation: it can serve as an ascender, pulley, rope clamp/pulley combo, or a progress-capture hauling pulley. This all-in-one tool simplifies your outdoor adventures and rescue efforts, ensuring you're always well-prepared for the challenges ahead.
Main features:
Enhanced Versatility: This versatile tool, with its compact size and user-friendly design, minimizes the time, materials, and space required for various rope maneuvers.
Ascend with Confidence: In compliance with EN 567 / EN 12841-B standards, it facilitates ascending ropes seamlessly in ascender mode.
Effortless Load Handling: Transition to pulley mode and effortlessly lift or transfer loads according to EN 12278 standards.
Integrated Redirection: The built-in ball-bearing sheave serves as a convenient redirect for ascending ropes or lifting individuals without the need for extra connectors in rope clamp/pulley mode.
Haul with Precision: Seamlessly lift loads, create hauling systems, or perform rescue missions like crevasse rescues in progress-capture hauling pulley mode.
Directional Control: In pulley mode, the rope moves freely in both directions, while in hauling-pulley mode, it locks in one direction, ensuring secure load handling.
Lowering Capabilities: When in progress-capture hauling pulley mode, it allows for controlled lowering of lifted loads through a dedicated cord connected to the cam within the device.
Swift Installation: The device features an intuitive release button for quick and easy installation on the rope, even when wearing gloves or operating in challenging conditions.
Durable Construction: Equipped with a steel cam designed to minimize rope wear while effectively securing the rope. The cam's two slots prevent dirt buildup, ensuring reliable performance in various conditions, including muddy or frozen ropes.
Lightweight: Weighing just 150 grams (0.33 lbs.), it's a lightweight yet robust tool for your rope-related tasks.
Color: Available in Orange/Anthracite
Caution! This equipment is not a fall arrester (EN 353-2 / EN 12841-A) nor can it be used for self-belaying while climbing
Tables
| Standards | Rope |
| EN 567:2013 | EN 1891 – EN 564 – EN 892 Ø 8 ÷ 12 mm |
| EN 12841:2006-B | EN 1891-A Ø 10 ÷ 12 mm |
| EN 12278:2007 | EN 1891 – EN 564 – EN 892 Ø ≤ 11 mm |
CT Cric
Unfortunately the answer to that question isn't as straightforward as it should be mostly because the Cric functions as many different devices. The CT Cric device was tested on various diameters of rope depending on what standard it was being tested to and what part of the device was being tested. Below are the various tests and the corresponding compatible rope diameters. In a nutshell, the rope clamp portion of the Cric is good up to 12mm rope diameter, while the pulley should only be used with ropes up to 11mm in diameters. Download and check the user manual for additional details.
EN 12841-B (rope adjustment systems): 10-12mm
EN 567 (mountaineering rope clamps): 8-12mm
EN 12278 (mountaineering pulleys): <11mm
Does the Cric have any north american ratings/certifications?
Nope. Or at least not at the time of writing this. There is no NFPA or ANSI ratings on the Cric.
What's the load rating of the Climbing Technology Cric?
Similar to the rope diameter question, it depends on what portion of the device is being referred to and in accordance to what standard. See the devices listed load ratings below.
EN 12841-B (rope adjustment systems): 100kg (maximum rated load)
EN 567 (mountaineering rope clamps): 4kN (working load limit)
EN 12278 (mountaineering pulleys): 20kn or 10kN per leg of the pulley (maximum guaranteed strength)
Can you lower with the CRIC?
Yes! There are two methods in which to lower a load with the Cric, one intended for light loads and the other using an added carabiner for addition friction foe heavier loads. Refer to the instruction manual for specific diagrams on how to lower with the CT Cric.