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Petzl Low Stretch Kernmantel Rope 600ft Yellow High Strength
- $317.00
- Brands Petzl
- Product Code: R074AA16
- Availability: In Stock
Petzl Low Stretch Kernmantel Rope, High-Strength 600 ft Yellow, NFPAThe Petzl VECTOR 12.5 mm Low Stretch Kernmantel Rope is a high-strength professional rope developed specifically for demanding rescue applications. Its large 12.7 mm diameter provides a substantial grip when handling heavy loads, while its low-stretch construction helps improve efficiency, control, and precision during rope-based ..
High-Strength 600ft Yellow Rope Certified NFPA for Safety Applications
Petzl Low Stretch Kernmantel Rope, High-Strength 600 ft Yellow, NFPA
The Petzl VECTOR 12.5 mm Low Stretch Kernmantel Rope is a high-strength professional rope developed specifically for demanding rescue applications. Its large 12.7 mm diameter provides a substantial grip when handling heavy loads, while its low-stretch construction helps improve efficiency, control, and precision during rope-based operations.
This configuration comes in a 600 ft length with a yellow sheath, making it easy to distinguish from other ropes in a professional rescue equipment inventory. The rope combines a nylon core with a polyester sheath and incorporates Petzl's EverFlex technology to maintain flexibility and consistent handling over time and across changing conditions. It is certified to NFPA 2500 General Use, as well as CE EN 1891 Type A and Cordage Institute 1801 Low Stretch.
Key Features
High-strength rescue rope designed for professional rescue operations.
600 ft length provides substantial working rope for extended or complex rope systems.
12.7 mm diameter offers a secure, comfortable grip when managing heavy loads.
Low-stretch construction supports efficient rope progression and controlled load handling.
Nylon core and polyester sheath are engineered to provide strength while limiting compression under heavy loads.
EverFlex technology helps maintain flexibility and handling characteristics over time, including when exposed to water, dust, or mud.
32-carrier construction contributes to the rope's specified handling and performance.
45% sheath proportion forms part of the rope's kernmantel construction.
Yellow sheath makes the rope easy to identify within rescue systems and equipment kits.
NFPA 2500 General Use certified, with additional CE EN 1891 Type A and Cordage Institute 1801 Low Stretch certifications.
Designed for Professional Rescue
VECTOR 12.5 mm is purpose-built for rescue professionals who need a strong rope with predictable handling characteristics. Its larger diameter provides excellent grip and strength when working with heavy loads, while its low elongation helps improve efficiency and precision during rope progression.
Petzl uses a specific construction in which the nylon core and polyester sheath work together to limit compression when the rope is heavily loaded. This design also supports consistent performance with compatible rope-system equipment such as pulleys and descenders.
EverFlex Technology
Petzl's EverFlex technology is designed to preserve rope flexibility and handling characteristics throughout the rope's service life. The construction is intended to remain flexible under different conditions, including exposure to water, dust, and mud.
Consistent flexibility is especially useful in rescue systems because the rope must be repeatedly handled, redirected, loaded, and used with compatible devices.
High Strength with Low Elongation
The VECTOR 12.5 mm has a published 45 kN rope strength and 2.4% static elongation. When tied with a figure-eight knot, the specified strength is 25 kN, while a sewn termination provides a specified strength of 34 kN.
Petzl also specifies an impact force of 5.4 kN at factor 0.3 and more than 20 factor-1 falls under the manufacturer's stated test conditions. These values describe the rope's tested performance and should always be considered together with the complete rope system, including compatible hardware, anchors, knots, terminations, loading conditions, and operating procedures.
Typical Applications
The Petzl VECTOR 12.5 mm 600 ft rope is designed for professional applications such as:
Technical rescue
High-angle rescue
Confined-space rescue
Rope rescue systems
Professional rescue training
Heavy-load rope handling
Extended rope-system setups
Applications requiring a certified low-stretch rescue rope
Users should verify that the rope's certification, specifications, hardware compatibility, and system configuration are appropriate for the intended application.
Product Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Brand | Petzl |
| Product Family | VECTOR 12.5 mm |
| Product Type | High-strength, low-stretch kernmantel rope |
| Primary Application | Professional rescue |
| Length | 600 ft |
| Color | Yellow |
| Current Petzl Reference | R078CA13 |
| Diameter | 12.7 mm |
| Core Material | Nylon |
| Sheath Material | Polyester |
| Materials | Polyester, nylon |
| Weight | 113 g/m |
| Construction | 32 carrier |
| Sheath Percentage | 45% |
| Static Elongation | 2.4% |
| Rope Strength | 45 kN |
| Strength with Figure-Eight Knot | 25 kN |
| Strength with Sewn Termination | 34 kN |
| Impact Force, Factor 0.3 | 5.4 kN |
| Number of Factor-1 Falls | >20 |
| Certifications | CE EN 1891 Type A; NFPA 2500 General Use; Cordage Institute 1801 Low Stretch |
| Guarantee | 3 years |
| Inner Pack Count | 1 |
Petzl's current product listing specifically identifies R078CA13 as the 600 ft yellow configuration.
Why Choose the 600 ft Yellow Configuration?
The 600 ft length offers a substantial amount of rope for professional rescue equipment inventories, complex rope systems, and training environments. The yellow sheath provides a clear visual identifier, which can be helpful when multiple ropes are stored or deployed as part of a larger rescue system.
Petzl currently offers VECTOR 12.5 mm in six colors—white, yellow, black, blue, red, and orange—and standard lengths of 150, 200, 600, and 1,200 ft. The rope can also be customized upon request, including custom lengths and one or two sewn terminations.
Construction and Handling
The VECTOR's nylon core and polyester sheath form a kernmantel construction designed to provide high strength while limiting compression under heavy loads. The 12.7 mm diameter gives the rope a substantial feel in the hand, while its low elongation helps reduce unnecessary movement when the rope is loaded.
The 32-carrier construction and 45% sheath proportion are part of the rope's overall design and contribute to its specified performance and handling characteristics.
Certifications
The Petzl VECTOR 12.5 mm is certified to:
CE EN 1891 Type A
NFPA 2500 General Use
Cordage Institute 1801 Low Stretch
These certifications should be considered in relation to the complete rescue system and the specific application. Certification of the rope does not by itself certify every possible system configuration or procedure.
Inspection and Care
The VECTOR 12.5 mm is professional life-safety equipment and requires appropriate inspection and maintenance. Before each use, inspect the rope for abnormal wear, sheath damage, contamination, deformation, or other conditions that could affect its performance.
Follow Petzl's instructions for inspection, maintenance, storage, and retirement. Equipment with questionable condition or damage should be removed from service and evaluated according to the applicable inspection procedure. Petzl provides dedicated inspection procedures and maintenance information for the VECTOR rope.
Important Safety Note
This rope is intended for trained users and must be used in accordance with Petzl's instructions and the requirements applicable to the complete rope system. Rope strength alone does not determine system safety. Anchors, hardware, knots, terminations, loading conditions, environmental factors, inspection history, and user training all need to be considered.
Product Highlights at a Glance
Petzl VECTOR 12.5 mm
600 ft length
Yellow sheath
Current reference: R078CA13
12.7 mm diameter
45 kN rope strength
25 kN strength with figure-eight knot
34 kN strength with sewn termination
2.4% static elongation
113 g/m weight
Nylon core with polyester sheath
32-carrier construction
45% sheath
EverFlex technology
NFPA 2500 General Use
CE EN 1891 Type A
Cordage Institute 1801 Low Stretch
3-year guarantee
Designed for professional rescue applications