PETZL CHICANE — Auxiliary Brake for Single Rope Tree Care with ZIGZAG The PETZL CHICANE is an auxiliary braking device that allows ZIGZAG and ZIGZAG PLUS mechanical Prusiks to be used on single ropes, providing crucial additional friction for a more controlled descent. It's in stock at Gustharts as an authorised Petzl dealer, with free UK delivery on this order. When paired with a ZIGZAG or ZIGZAG PLUS, the CHICANE provides continuous additional friction on descents, giving arborists finer control over speed and position. The excellent compatibility of the CHICANE and mechanical Prusik as an assembled unit ensures smooth rope glide through the brake during ascents, preventing snagging and maintaining efficiency during upward movement. An ergonomic handle offers excellent grip and facilitates movement, particularly when limb walking, and an openable side plate makes installation on the rope quick and easy. Key Features & Benefits Allows ZIGZAG and ZIGZAG PLUS to be used on single ropes Continuous additional braking via two friction pins Used with an Am'D or OK connector (not included) Ergonomic handle facilitates limb walking Openable side plate with triple-action unlocking for easy, secure installation Friction pins available as replaceable spare parts Enables use in compliance with the ANSI Z133 standard Technical Details Material Aluminium, steel, nylon Weight 255g Rope Compatibility 11.5–13mm, EN 1891 Type A low-stretch kernmantel Working Load Limit 140kg Why Choose the PETZL CHICANE? Petzl is a leading manufacturer of climbing and height-safety equipment, and the CHICANE's real value is unlocking single-rope descent control from a ZIGZAG or ZIGZAG PLUS — a genuine expansion of what those devices can do, rather than a separate braking tool to carry and manage. Pairs Well With Compatible with the Petzl ZIGZAG and ZIGZAG PLUS and an Am'D or OK connector. Also Known As Also searched for as: Petzl Chicane brake, ZigZag auxiliary brake, single rope brake attachment, Petzl SRT brake. FAQs What devices is the CHICANE compatible with? Petzl ZIGZAG and ZIGZAG PLUS mechanical Prusiks. Does it come with a connector? No — an Am'D or OK connector is required and sold separately. Is it easy to install on a rope? Yes — the openable side plate with triple-action unlocking allows quick, secure installation. What's the working load limit? 140kg. Does it meet ANSI standards? Yes — it enables use in compliance with the ANSI Z133 standard.
