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Brand: Petzl
Petzl ASAP’SORBER Energy Absorber for ASAP and ASAP LOCK
Description
A compact absorber that lets an ASAP work away from the rope
The Petzl ASAP’SORBER (references L071AB00 and L071AB01) is a compact energy absorber designed for single-person use with an ASAP or ASAP LOCK mobile fall arrester. It lets the worker operate at a distance from the rope so the rope is protected during certain work phases. The absorber uses tear-webbing inside a pouch that opens for inspection and can be replaced, which keeps the webbing protected from abrasion and contaminants. Two lengths give the balance between reduced fall distance and distance from the rope: ASAP’SORBER 20 for limiting potential fall distance and ASAP’SORBER 40 for keeping the rope away to free up work space.
It must only be used with an ASAP or ASAP LOCK to form a fall-arrest system. In a fall the webbing tears progressively to limit the impact force. The 20 and 40 versions are for one user up to 140 kg including equipment and must not be used for rescue; Petzl supplies a separate AXESS absorber for that.
Technical specifications
| Parameter | ASAP’SORBER 20 | ASAP’SORBER 40 |
|---|---|---|
| Reference | L071AB00 | L071AB01 |
| Length | 20 cm | 40 cm |
| Weight | 90 g | 100 g |
| Use | Single person, up to 140 kg including equipment | Single person, up to 140 kg including equipment |
| Standards as printed | CE EN 353-2 or EN 12841 type A (used with ASAP or ASAP LOCK), ANSI Z359.13 6 feet, ANSI 359.15, GB 24537 | Same |
| Materials | Nylon, polyester | Nylon, polyester |
| Spare pouch | ASAP’SORBER Pouch, L071EC01 | ASAP’SORBER Pouch, L071EC01 |
| Manufacturer Guarantee | 3 years | 3 years |
Ordering the right absorber
| Absorber | Reference | Length | Weight | Intended use |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ASAP’SORBER 20 | L071AB00 | 20 cm | 90 g | Minimise fall distance |
| ASAP’SORBER 40 | L071AB01 | 40 cm | 100 g | Keep rope away from the work area |
| ASAP’SORBER AXESS | L071CC00 | 40 cm | 140 g | Two-person rescue scenarios up to 250 kg, with ASAP LOCK or ASAP |
The ASAP LOCK is reference B071BB00 and the ASAP is B070AB00. The ASAP’SORBER must not be extended: the instructions for use allow one connector at each end only.
Selection and inspection notes
Decide the length from the working position. The shorter absorber reduces potential fall distance, while the 40 version suits tasks where the worker must stand clear of the rope. The anchor connected to the system must meet EN 795 (12 kN minimum strength), and the clearance below the user has to be verified, because the required clearance changes with the absorber, the rope and the device. Petzl gives a lifespan of 10 years and recommends a detailed inspection by a competent person at least once every 12 months, including a look inside the pouch. If the pouch shows premature wear it can be replaced on its own with the spare pouch L071EC01, so the absorber does not have to be scrapped for pouch damage alone. Confirm the rope type, the connectors and the user weight before ordering.
Documents and quotation
The attached Petzl instructions for use cover the ASAP’SORBER. Confirm the exact reference, size or length, the standard required on site (CE, ANSI or CSA) and the compatibility of every component before ordering. For a quotation, send the reference, quantity and intended use. Browse more Safety and PPE products on this site.
Datasheets & Documents
- Instruction Manual Petzl ASAP'SORBER Instructions for Use (multilingual) Download
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About brand
Petzl is a French manufacturer of equipment for work at height, rope access and rescue, with its headquarters in Crolles in the French Alps. The company was founded in 1970 as a family business and sells most of its products outside France, to professionals as well as climbers and cavers.
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Petzl product series
Harnesses include the NEWTON fall-arrest harness, the AVAO FAST work harness and the VOLT harness for tower and pylon work, all in international versions. Fall arrest and lanyards include the ASAP LOCK mobile fall arrester for rope with the ASAP'SORBER energy absorber, the ABSORBICA-Y MGO energy-absorbing lanyard and the GRILLON adjustable work-positioning lanyard.
Descenders include the I'D S self-braking descender with anti-panic function and the I'D EVAC for rescue lowering. Connectors and anchors include the OK TRIACT-LOCK oval carabiner and the ANNEAU sewn sling, and head protection includes the VERTEX VENT and STRATO VENT helmets.
Where Petzl equipment is used
Telecom and wind towers, transmission pylons, scaffolding and steel erection, tank and vessel inspection, rope access maintenance and rescue teams. Fall protection equipment must be combined into a compatible system and inspected as the manufacturer instructs.
Ordering Petzl equipment: what we need
Send the full reference printed on the product or in the Petzl catalogue, for example C073BA01, together with the size and the standard required for the site, such as EN 361 or ANSI Z359.11. Include the intended use and the number of users so a compatible set can be quoted.
Browse Petzl products by category: Fall Protection.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Petzl ASAP'SORBER?
A compact energy absorber used with an ASAP or ASAP LOCK mobile fall arrester for single-person use.
Which lengths are available?
20 cm (L071AB00) and 40 cm (L071AB01).
What user weight is it for?
One user up to 140 kg including equipment.
Can it be used for rescue?
No. The 20 and 40 versions must not be used for rescue; the AXESS version is for two-person rescue.
Can the pouch be replaced?
Yes, if it shows premature wear; the spare pouch reference is L071EC01.
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