Figure 8 devices

The descend eight (Figure 8 device) is a descender / belay device ideal for flat descents and dynamic belaying.

The figure 8 belay device is a piece of metal (usually an aluminum alloy) in the shape of an 8 with one large end and one small end.

This device utilities a large surface area in contact with a climbing rope to provide sufficient friction along with proper technique to be used as a belay device or for rappelling. A figure 8 (sometimes just referred to as an 8) is used in conjunction with a climbing harness and locking carabiner to keep a climber safe and control their descent or one's own descent (when rappelling)

Pros
Figure 8s offer a very smooth controlled descent when rappelling and lowering climbers.

They can be used with nearly any diameter climbing rope and don't get as hot as other friction devices because of their ability to dissipate heat efficiently
The figure eight can also be used with a doubled rope, which is also possible with a rack but not a bobbin.

Cons
The figure eight cannot be removed from the rope without detaching the device from the harness, and so could be accidentally dropped, particularly when tackling a rebelay. They also twist the rope which is a particular problem where a re belay prevents the rope untwisting. They do not provide a convenient means to temporarily lock the descent at a rebelay.

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Salewa G2 Figure 8
Abseiling and belay device in one. Innovative design, easy operation. Suitable for modern single and twin ropes. Figure 8 for rappelling and belaying.
€ 12,⁰⁰
Singing Rock Figure 8 M
Belay and rappel device of classic proven shape designed for ropes of smaller diameters. Wide range of rope diameters (7.5 - 11 mm).
€ 14,⁰⁶ € 13,⁹⁹
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Edelrid Bud
In a new design. Universal use for abseiling, equip and secure. Suitable for single ropes from 7.8 - 12 mm. Approved rope type: Single rope, double rope, twin rope.
€ 15,⁰⁰ € 14,⁵⁰
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Black Diamond Super 8
A classic sure/descend device. It uses a unique design that eliminates excess material by thinning out the parts that do not make rope contact. for double rope up to 8.1mm and single rope up to 11mm.
€ 14,⁹⁵
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CZ Canyon8
The classic rappelling for smooth abseiling and building debrayable / detachable racks. Smooth operation and ideal for canyoneers, canyoning guides & SAR professionals. The small eye fits up to 3 carabiners.
€ 16,⁰⁰
Mammut Bionic 8
The optimal size / weight ratio and the grand opening of the small eye for several carabiners and use thinner ropes (8mm or thinner) makes the Bionic 8 an absolute all-rounder to use for canyoning.
€ 16,⁰⁰
Petzl Huit
This figure of eight aluminum offers a smooth sliding movement when belaying and descending. The rectangular shape allows the rope less easy in the node ("tte d`alouette") can get and reduces the turning of the rope.
€ 18,⁰⁰ € 16,⁹⁵
Petzl Huit Antibrulure
Square figure 8 aluminum descender with anti-scalding handle, suitable for use with single and double ropes. The square shape reduces twisting of the rope and the possibility of knots forming. Ropes 8-13mm.
€ 22,⁰⁰ € 18,⁹⁹
SFD8 / Double eight - 2018 version
SFD8 or also known as Double Eight is an extension of the classic descending eight that allows for a variety of techniques for descent, equipping, rescue and ascent.
€ 36,⁹⁵
Edelrid Rescue 8 blue
Large descender constructed with high strength aluminium. Designed with ears to facilitate belaying, descending and positioning. For rope diameters of 7,8 mm to 12.0 mm. Weight 240 g. Color Blue.
€ 40,⁰⁰ € 36,⁹⁹
Edelrid Rescue 8 black
Large descender constructed with high strength aluminium. Designed with ears to facilitate belaying, descending and positioning. For rope diameters of 7,8 mm to 12.0 mm. Weight 240 g. Color Black.
€ 42,⁰⁰ € 37,⁹⁵
AustriAlpin RopeX Guide 8 - yellow
AUSTRIALPIN ROPEX GUIDE 8 - YELLOW A special formed descender, developed by Mark Dacosta & Axel Manz, especially for canyoning and rope rescue. The ideal tool for the guide.
This is the anodized version in yellow colour.TECHNICAL…
€ 39,⁹⁰
AustriAlpin RopeX Guide 8 - black
Specially shaped descender, especially for canyoning and rope rescues. The ideal tool for guides. This is the matte black version in hardcoat - the durable descender. Aluminum / anodized.
€ 46,⁵⁰