The Figure 8 Is The Simplest Descender On The Market. With No Moving Parts It Is Easy-To-Install Use And Inspect For Wear. Their Design Allows For A Fast Yet Controlled Descent. Figure 8'S May Also Be Used As A Belay Device When A More Appropriate Tool Is Not Available. The Rescue 8 Has Ears For Extra Friction On Heavier Loads And Is Available In Both Steel And Aluminum (The Straight 8 Is Available In Aluminum Only). Use The Aluminum 8'S For Personal Descent And The Steel 8'S In Conjunction With A Sling For Light-Duty Rigging. Â Â Â Â Tensile: 7868 Lbs (35 Kn)
