There is no specific spec for friction savers in ANSI. As long as all components are rated to 5,000lbs you're good to go. As always, use common sense.

what are the rings rated for on the friction savers that many companys sell??? anybody have any idea?

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Originally posted by SRT-Tech
what are the rings rated for on the friction savers that many companys sell??? anybody have any idea?


I'd check with Buckingham, they seem to have the corner on the market in the U.S. on this type of false crotch. They come in steel or aluminum, the steel rings are out of sight strong. The aluminum would have to be 5000 lbs or better as Leon mentioned. I have never heard any report of a ring failing on these for arborist work. This type of saver is not as commonly used in the rec climbing world. I have a Buckingham with steel rings and used to climb on it a lot but rarely use it now. It's heavy and I like my conduit pipes, they're very easy to install and wear well. The ring savers are not bad to install but when you take them out it's best to lower them with a throwline so as not to damage the rings on ground impact and that invites problems in some situations.
-moss