UnitySafe Hot Shot Force Deux Lanyard
UnitySafe Hot Shot Force Deux Lanyard – Twin-Leg, Tie-Back with Rebar Hooks
ASK Part #: 26529 | UnitySafe MPN: HSFDX
Engineered for industrial athletes who work at height in high-risk environments, the UnitySafe Hot Shot Force Deux Lanyard is a premium twin-leg tie-back lanyard built for dependable fall protection without compromise. Featuring large aluminum rebar hooks, a tie-back configuration, and a built-in energy absorber, this high-performance lanyard is designed to support 100% tie-off in complex climbing environments—while minimizing fall forces and maximizing mobility. A key feature of this lanyard is that one of the carabiners is reverse-threaded to make climbing and retaining 100% tie-off more efficient.
Perfect for tower climbers, wind techs, utility linemen, and construction professionals, the Hot Shot Force Deux meets ANSI Z359.13-2021 standards using rugged, jobsite-proven materials. The lanyard’s tie-back feature eliminates the need for a separate anchorage connector, simplifying your kit while reducing weight.
Key Features:
Twin-leg design with tie-back capability for 100% tie-off
Aluminum rebar hooks for fast, easy, and secure connections—designed for gloved hands
Ergonomic Reverse-threaded aluminum carabiner for effortless, one-handed operation, enhancing speed and reducing fatigue during repetitive climbing tasks
Internal energy absorber limits fall arrest forces to safe levels
High-strength polyester webbing is abrasion-resistant and built for the demands of telecom, construction, wind, and utility sectors
Compact and flexible design supports mobility while climbing, positioning, or transitioning
ANSI Z359.13-2021 compliant for fall arrest applications for both 6ft and 12ft free fall
OSHA 1910.140 & 1926.502 compliant
Product Specifications:
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Part Number (ASK) | 26529 |
| Manufacturer Part Number | HSFDX |
| Leg Configuration | Twin-leg (Y-style) |
| Lanyard Type | Tie-back |
| Hook Type | Large aluminum rebar hooks (one w/ reverse thread) |
| Webbing Material | High-tenacity polyester |
| Energy Absorber | Internal deployment system |
| Max Capacity | 420 lbs (user, tools, clothing) |
| Standards Met | ANSI Z359.13-2021 6ft and 12ft free fall), OSHA 1910.140, OSHA 1926.502 |
UnitySafe Hot Shot Force Deux Lanyard – Twin-Leg Tie-Back with Left and Right Hand Rebar Hooks
ANSI Z359.13-2021 rated to both 6ft and 12ft free fall scenarios.
This lanyard is purpose-built for pros who work in dynamic environments that require secure tie-off and consistent mobility. The tie-back configuration offers flexibility when a dedicated anchorage point isn’t available. The reverse threaded carabiner on one leg ensures 100% tie-off is easy and ergonomic. Combine that with a compact absorber, and you have one of the most dependable lanyards available in the field today.
What is a 12-foot free fall rating?
A 12-foot free fall rating, as defined by ANSI Z359.13, refers to a lanyard’s ability to safely arrest a fall when the anchorage point is located at or near foot level, allowing for up to 12 feet of free fall distance before the energy absorber activates.
The UnitySafe Hot Shot Force Deux Lanyard is ANSI-rated for both 6-foot and 12-foot free fall scenarios, making it a highly versatile and compliant option. This means it can be safely tied off overhead, at chest level, or at foot level, depending on the jobsite and available anchor points.
12-Foot Free Fall (Tie-off at or below foot level):
- Max arresting force: Less than 1,800 lbf
- Average arresting force: Less than 1,350 lbf
- Maximum lanyard extension: 60 inches
6-Foot Free Fall (Tie-off at chest or sternal D-ring level):
- Max arresting force: Less than 1,800 lbf
- Average arresting force: Less than 900 lbf
- Maximum lanyard extension: 48 inches or less
This dual classification allows the user to maintain compliance and safety in a variety of work conditions, from overhead tie-offs to foot-level anchors, without switching gear. It's one of the key reasons why the Hot Shot Force Deux is a preferred choice for tower climbers, utility workers, and industrial athletes who need flexibility and performance on the job.
What is a reverse thread carabiner and why does this matter?
A reverse thread carabiner is a carabiner with a gate that threads in the opposite direction of standard (right-hand) threading. This design matters because it makes the carabiner more intuitive and ergonomic to operate with your left hand.
Without a reverse thread option, most carabiners are designed for right-handed use—meaning that when used with your left hand, the motion to open or lock the gate can feel awkward or require extra repositioning. A reverse thread carabiner ensures that left-handed use is simple and efficient.
This feature is especially important in applications where quick, confident connections are critical and both hands are used independently, such as in tower climbing, rope access, and rescue scenarios.