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Petzl Ascender

$104.95
Petzl Ascender, a safety climbing device with a yellow and black ergonomic handle and metal locking mechanism.
Petzl Ascender, a specialized climbing device with a black and yellow ergonomic handle for safe and efficient ascent and descent.
Petzl Ascender, climbing safety device attached to a black rope with a person's hand wearing a yellow safety glove holding it.
Petzl Ascender, a climbing safety device, with a person wearing protective gloves demonstrating its use for ascending a rope.
Petzl Ascender, yellow mechanical climbing tool for rope ascension held by a hand wearing a protective glove, with a climbing rope passing through.
Petzl Ascender, climbing and canyoning ascender with yellow and black handle and stainless steel cam mechanism.
SKU:
95-101
UPC:
3342540830745
MPN:
B17ALA
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Description

Petzl Ascension® Handled Ascender: Ergonomic Power for Rope Ascents

Climb Faster, Safer, and More Comfortably-Even with Gloves

Designed for rope access, rescue, tree care, and technical climbing, the Petzl Ascension® is the gold-standard handled rope clamp for efficient ascents on 7/16" to 1/2" (8-13 mm) kernmantle ropes. Its ergonomic overmolded elastomer grip delivers exceptional comfort and thermal insulation, while the wide-opening handle and integrated safety catch ensure smooth, snag-free operation in real-world conditions-frozen, muddy, or gloved. Available in left-handed (Black) and right-handed (Yellow) versions to match your dominant hand and rigging style.

Model Variants

Item No  Reference Version Color Best For
95-101 B17ALA Left-Handed Black Right-hand dominant users; lead ascents with left-hand grip
95-102 B17ARA Right-Handed Yellow Left-hand dominant users; standard rigging preference

Key Features

  • Ergonomic Overmolded Grip: Elastomer handle insulates against cold and reduces fatigue-ideal for long ascents or winter ops.
  • Wide Handle Opening: Easy to grasp with thick gloves or mittens; supports powerful one- or two-hand pulling.
  • Self-Cleaning Toothed Cam: Stainless steel cam with drainage slot performs flawlessly on icy, dirty, or frozen ropes.
  • Integrated Safety Catch: Fully recessed to eliminate snagging on gear, harnesses, or rock.
  • Dual Attachment Holes:
    • Wide Lower Hole: Accepts two carabiners-perfect for CONNECT ADJUST lanyard + FOOTAPE/FOOTCORD footloop.
    • Upper Hole: Clips a carabiner around the rope for backup or progression capture.
  • Lightweight & Durable: Only 165 g; aluminum body, stainless steel cam, nylon/plastic components.
  • Certified Performance: CE EN 567, UIAA, NFPA 2500 Technical Use; 3-year guarantee.

Technical Specifications

  • Rope Compatibility: 8-13 mm (7/16" to 1/2") single ropes
  • Weight: 165 g
  • Materials: Aluminum frame, stainless steel cam, elastomer grip, nylon/plastic
  • Working Load: Up to 140 kg (per EN 567)
  • Color Coding: Black (Left) / Yellow (Right)

Why Choose Petzl Ascension®?

Trusted by rescue teams, arborists, and rope access technicians worldwide, the Ascension combines intuitive design with bombproof reliability. Whether hauling a victim from a crevasse, assisting a second climber, or ascending fixed lines on a high-rise, it delivers consistent bite and minimal slippage. Pair with a Petzl CROLL ventral ascender and footloop for a full-body system that maximizes efficiency and minimizes effort.

Grab your grip on the ascent. Choose Left 95-101 (B17ALA) or Right 95-102 (B17ARA)

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