ART SnakeTail Mobile Anchor & Connecting Device The ART SnakeTail is a compact, multifunctional mobile anchor and connecting device designed for professional arborist climbing and rope work. With a short length of approximately 115cm, it is highly versatile and can be used as a lanyard between a climbing harness and ascender, as a redirection anchor, as a short safety line, as a work positioning aid or as part of a wider rope management setup. Made from MegaTwin 8mm kernmantle rope with a Dyneema and polyester core, the SnakeTail offers excellent strength, low stretch, abrasion resistance and easy handling. Its segmented construction allows length adjustment in 5cm intervals, while the removable grooved ring provides flexible configuration options, including combination with the ART RopeZipper shock absorber. Key Features ART SnakeTail mobile anchor and connecting device Certified according to EN 795 B and EN 354:2010 Multiple uses including anchor, redirect, work positioning and connecting device Compact length of approximately 115cm Adjustable in 5cm intervals using segment seams Made from parallel-sewn 8mm MegaTwin kernmantle rope Dyneema and polyester core for high strength and low stretch Polyester sheath for abrasion and UV resistance Removable grooved ring for flexible setup options Can be connected with ART RopeZipper shock absorber Shock absorbing properties from 5kN through defined seam tearing Minimum breaking strength: 23kN Compact & Highly Versatile At approximately 115cm long, the ART SnakeTail is ideal for compact rope work applications where a short, strong and adjustable connection is needed. It can be used as a lanyard, redirect, anchor, work positioning aid or connecting device depending on the setup and manufacturer guidance. Removable Grooved Ring The grooved ring can be removed by unscrewing the safety screw of the sleeve and pushing it back or removing it. Once the ring is removed, the free rope friction sling can be used as a lanyard or combined with other compatible ART components. Compatible with ART RopeZipper With the ring removed, the SnakeTail can be connected with the ART RopeZipper shock absorber. This modular design allows climbers to create a compact, versatile and PPE-certified aid with generous safety reserves for a wide range of tasks. MegaTwin 8mm Rope Construction The SnakeTail uses MegaTwin 8mm rope, developed in collaboration with Gleistein. The kernmantle core contains Dyneema and polyester for excellent strength and low stretch, while the polyester sheath provides abrasion resistance and UV resistance. Segmented Adjustment & Shock Absorption The segment seams allow adjustment in 5cm intervals. The segment seams have a static load capacity of up to 4kN working load, while forces from 5kN can activate shock absorbing properties through defined seam tearing without affecting the minimum breaking strength of the ends. Technical Specifications Specification Details Product Name ART SnakeTail Product Type Mobile anchor and connecting device Certification EN 795 B and EN 354:2010 Length Approx. 115cm Weight Approx. 170g Rope MegaTwin 8mm kernmantle rope Core Material Up to 50% Dyneema and up to 50% polyester Sheath Material Polyester Adjustment 5cm intervals Ring Removable grooved ring Ring Inner Diameter 25mm Segment Seam Working Load Up to 4kN static load capacity Shock Absorption From 5kN through defined tearing of segment seams Minimum Breaking Strength 23kN Service Life 5 years Ideal For Professional arborists and tree climbers Short lanyard connections Harness-to-ascender connections Redirection anchor setups Work positioning applications Compact rope anchoring and connecting systems Modular ART RopeZipper combinations Explore More Friction Savers Work Positioning Lanyards Climbing Equipment Climbing Ropes Arborist Guides & Advice Best For The ART SnakeTail is best suited to professional arborists who need a compact, adjustable and highly versatile anchor or connecting device for climbing, redirection and work positioning systems. Why Choose the ART SnakeTail? With its compact 115cm length, removable grooved ring, MegaTwin 8mm Dyneema/polyester rope, 5cm adjustment intervals and 23kN minimum breaking strength, the ART SnakeTail is a versatile modular tool for advanced tree climbing systems.
