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- Follows user during climb; locks in case of fall.
- Fits 3/8" & 5/16" cables.
- Supports 4 workers.
3M DBI SALA 6160030 Lad-Saf X2 Detachable Cable Sleeve
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3M DBI SALA 6160030 Lad-Saf X2 Detachable Cable Sleeve
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3M DBI SALA 6160030 Lad-Saf X2 Detachable Cable Sleeve
The Lad-Saf™ flexible cable system consists of a top and bottom bracket that act as anchors for a steel cable that runs the length of the climbing area. A Lad-Saf™ X2 sleeve connects the worker to the system, automatically follows the user during the climb and locks onto the cable in the event of a fall, allowing the user to regain their footing. Designed for ease of use, economy and versatility, optional brackets/designs are available for bolting or welding the system, choose rung clamp sizes/styles, choose systems for straight or curved ladders and for connection to wood, concrete or steel structures. Hundreds of different brackets, styles and configurations are available to suit almost any application. In addition, the versatile system can be used by up to four workers simultaneously for added jobsite flexibility.
Meets or Exceeds ANSI A14.3-1992, ANSI Z359.16
Features and Specs:
- Sleeve for Lad-Saf™ fixed ladder safety system
- For use on 3/8" (9.5 mm) and 5/16" (8 mm) 1x7 or 7x19 solid core cable
- Mobile design follows user for convenient climbing protection
- Easy to install and detach anywhere along lifeline
- Mechanical and inertial locking system stops falls within inches
- Built-in energy absorber and fall indicator
- Anti-inversion feature prevents incorrect installation
- Saflok™ steel carabiner for secure connection to harness
- Extremely rugged and corrosion resistant construction
- Extremely compact, lightweight design
- Order top and bottom brackets, cable and guides separately
- Capacity 310 lbs. (141 kg)
For industrial/occupational use only. Not for consumer sale or use
Disclaimer: 3M industrial and occupational products are intended, labeled, and packaged for sale to trained industrial and occupational customers for workplace use. Unless specifically stated otherwise on the applicable product packaging or literature, these products are not intended, labeled, or packaged for sale to or use by consumers (e.g., for home, personal, primary or secondary school, recreational/sporting, or other uses not described in the applicable product packaging or literature), and must be selected and used in compliance with applicable health and safety regulations and standards (e.g., U.S. OSHA, ANSI), as well as all product literature, user instructions, warnings, and other limitations, and the user must take any action required under any recall, field action, or other product use notice. Misuse of 3M industrial and occupational products may result in injury, sickness, death, or property damage. For help with product selection and use, consult your on-site safety professional, industrial hygienist, or other subject matter expert. For additional product information, visit www.3M.com.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the 3M DBI-SALA 6160030 Lad-Saf X2 cable sleeve a good choice for climbing fixed ladders safely?
Yes. The 3M DBI-SALA 6160030 Lad-Saf X2 is a detachable cable sleeve (traveler) that connects a climber's harness to a Lad-Saf vertical cable ladder safety system. As you ascend or descend a fixed ladder, the sleeve travels hands-free with you, and if you fall its dual independent locking system grabs the cable and stops the fall within inches so you can regain your footing. It meets ANSI A14.3-1992 and ANSI Z359.16, has a 310 lb (141 kg) capacity, and ships with free shipping from Industrial Safety Products. Note it is the sleeve only — the cable, brackets, and guides are ordered separately.
What is the 3M DBI-SALA Lad-Saf X2 cable sleeve and how does it work?
The 3M DBI-SALA 6160030 Lad-Saf X2 is the traveling sleeve of a Lad-Saf flexible cable ladder safety system. In that system, a steel cable runs the full height of the climbing area, anchored by top and bottom brackets. The X2 sleeve clips to your harness and rides the cable, automatically following you up and down. If a fall occurs, the sleeve's dual independent locking mechanism grips the cable and its built-in energy absorber cushions the arrest, letting you regain your footing on the ladder.
What safety standards does the 3M DBI-SALA 6160030 Lad-Saf X2 sleeve meet?
The 3M DBI-SALA 6160030 Lad-Saf X2 Detachable Cable Sleeve meets or exceeds ANSI A14.3-1992 (the standard for fixed ladders) and ANSI Z359.16 (the standard for climbing ladder fall-arrest systems). It is rated for one user with a 310 lb (141 kg) capacity and is intended for industrial and occupational use only.
What cable does the 3M DBI-SALA Lad-Saf X2 6160030 sleeve fit?
The 3M DBI-SALA 6160030 Lad-Saf X2 sleeve fits both 3/8 in (9.5 mm) and 5/16 in (8 mm) diameter cable, in 1x7 or 7x19 solid core construction, and is approved for galvanized or stainless steel cable. This dual-size compatibility lets one sleeve work across a wider range of Lad-Saf vertical cable systems. The cable, top and bottom brackets, and guides are ordered separately from the sleeve.
What makes the 3M Lad-Saf X2 "detachable" — can I connect and remove it anywhere on the cable?
Yes — that is the key feature. The 3M DBI-SALA 6160030 Lad-Saf X2 can be installed onto or detached from the vertical lifeline anywhere along its length, so you don't have to climb to the bottom of the cable to get on or off the system. This makes it faster and more convenient than sleeves that only attach at one point, letting workers join or leave the ladder safety system at any height.
What are the locking system, energy absorber, and fall indicator on the 3M Lad-Saf X2 6160030?
The 3M DBI-SALA 6160030 Lad-Saf X2 has a dual independent locking mechanism — two separate mechanical and inertial systems engage the cable to stop a fall within inches for added reliability. It also has a laser-cut stainless steel built-in energy absorber that reduces the forces on your body during a fall arrest, a fall indicator that shows whether the sleeve has been subjected to a fall (a visual cue to remove it from service and inspect it), and an anti-inversion feature that helps prevent installing the sleeve on the cable upside-down.
What is the weight capacity of the 3M DBI-SALA Lad-Saf X2 6160030, and how many workers can use the system?
The 3M DBI-SALA 6160030 Lad-Saf X2 sleeve is rated for one user with a weight capacity of 310 lbs (141 kg). The sleeve itself is single-user, but a complete Lad-Saf cable system can support up to four workers climbing simultaneously — each worker uses their own X2 sleeve on the shared cable. The sleeve weighs about 2.1 lb (1.0 kg) and has a compact, corrosion-resistant stainless steel design.
How does the 3M DBI-SALA Lad-Saf X2 6160030 connect to a harness?
The 3M DBI-SALA 6160030 Lad-Saf X2 connects to your harness with a built-in Saflok self-locking carabiner made of zinc-plated steel. The self-locking gate gives a secure link between the climber and the cable sleeve, following the connection point specified in 3M's user instructions for ladder climbing.
What is the difference between the 3M DBI-SALA Lad-Saf X2 (6160030) and X3 sleeves?
Both are 3M DBI-SALA Lad-Saf detachable cable sleeves that meet ANSI A14.3-1992 and ANSI Z359.16, carry a 310 lb (141 kg) single-user rating, and lock onto the cable to arrest a fall. The main practical difference is cable compatibility: the X2 (6160030) fits both 3/8 in (9.5 mm) and 5/16 in (8 mm) cable, while the X3 (6160054) is designed for 3/8 in (9.5 mm) cable only. Choose the X2 when your Lad-Saf system uses 5/16 in cable, or when you want one sleeve compatible with both common cable sizes.
Does the 3M DBI-SALA Lad-Saf X2 6160030 include the cable and brackets, and does it ship free?
No — the 6160030 is the Lad-Saf X2 sleeve only. The steel cable, top and bottom brackets, and cable guides are ordered separately, because Lad-Saf systems are configured per ladder with hundreds of bracket and mounting options. The sleeve is a compact, lightweight (about 2.1 lb / 1.0 kg), rugged, corrosion-resistant stainless steel unit, and it ships with free shipping from Industrial Safety Products.
What jobs and industries is the 3M DBI-SALA Lad-Saf X2 6160030 used for?
The 3M DBI-SALA 6160030 Lad-Saf X2 is used for fall protection while climbing fixed vertical ladders on straight-ladder structures. 3M recommends it for general industrial, oil & gas, transportation, utilities, and wind energy applications — for example, climbing towers, tanks, stacks, and turbines. It is for industrial and occupational use only and provides continuous hands-free fall protection during the climb.
