The 540 Rescue Belay is a purpose-built rescue belay device engineered to provide reliable fall arrest performance in technical rescue systems. Designed specifically to meet the demands of rescue belays, the patented Traverse 540° Belay offers self-locking operation, simple rigging, and dependable load control during critical rescue operations.
The symmetrical design helps reduce the risk of incorrect rigging, while the device automatically arrests a falling load and limits peak forces to meet stringent rescue standards. A built-in release lever allows rescuers to safely discharge tension from the belay rope without the need for a separate release hitch, simplifying system management and improving operational efficiency. The 540 Rescue Belay is tested to pass the British Columbia Council of Technical Rescue (BCCTR) Rescue Belay Competence Drop Test Criteria, making it a trusted choice for professional rescue teams.
Features
• Designed specifically for rescue system belays
• Patented self-locking design automatically arrests falling loads
• Easy-to-rig configuration simplifies setup and operation
• Symmetrical construction helps reduce rigging errors
• Built-in release lever eliminates the need for a separate release hitch
• Limits peak forces while quickly stopping a falling load
• Passes BCCTR Rescue Belay Competence Drop Test Criteria
• Durable construction for professional rescue applications
• Ideal for technical rescue, rope rescue, and high-angle operations
Specifications
• Manufacturer: CMC Rescue
• Product Name: 540 Rescue Belay
• Item Number: 331540
• Weight: 624 g (1 lb 6 oz)
• Rope Diameter Compatibility: 11.5–13 mm (1/2 in)
• Color: Blue
• NFPA Rating: General Use
• 3 Sigma MBS: 36 kN (8,093 lbf)
BCCTR Rescue Belay Competence Test
• Tested to the British Columbia Council of Technical Rescue (BCCTR) Rescue Belay Competence Drop Test Criteria
• Test specifies a 1-meter drop onto 3 meters of kernmantle rescue rope
• Requires less than 1 meter of additional travel and less than 15 kN peak force
• General Use testing commonly utilizes a 280 kg load and 12.5 mm rope
• Technical Use testing commonly utilizes a 200 kg load and 11.1 mm rope
