Figure 8's

Figure 8 descenders are essential rope rescue hardware for fire departments performing high-angle rescue, confined space operations, and technical rope work. These friction devices from trusted brands like CMC and Petzl provide smooth, controlled descent during victim evacuations, building rescues, and training evolutions. Designed for use with rescue ropes and locking carabiners, figure 8s deliver reliable heat dissipation and rope control when firefighters need precision during critical rescue scenarios. Whether outfitting your technical rescue team or building your station's rope cache, these descenders meet the demands of fire service rope operations.