The DeWALT 20-Foot Self Retracting Lifeline with Galvanized Cable is an anchor-mounted self retracting lifeline (SRL) engineered for construction crews, contractors, and safety professionals working at elevation. Built around a 3/16 in. galvanized steel cable housed inside a high-impact-strength polymer shell, this retractable fall arrest device meets both ANSI Z359.14-2021 Class 1 and OSHA 1926.502 and 1910.66 standards - giving site managers documented compliance across two major regulatory frameworks without requiring separate equipment for different jobsite conditions. Whether deployed on open-structure steel work, roofing applications, or elevated platforms, this SRL delivers dependable fall protection performance with the mobility workers need to stay productive.

Key Features

• ANSI Z359.14-2021 Class 1 and OSHA 1926.502 and 1910.66 compliance - satisfies two major fall protection regulatory frameworks simultaneously, eliminating the need for multiple SRL units on jobsites governed by different standards.
• Dual weight ratings of ANSI 310 lbs. (141 kg) and OSHA 420 lbs. (191 kg) - accommodates a broad range of workers with tool loads, covering both compliance frameworks without requiring separate equipment selections.
• 3/16 in. (4.8 mm) galvanized steel cable lifeline - galvanized construction resists corrosion and abrasion in wet, dusty, and demanding outdoor conditions, helping the cable maintain integrity over extended service life.
• High-impact-strength polymer housing - protects internal components from jobsite impacts and harsh environmental exposure, reducing the risk of damage during daily transport and use at height.
• Impact indicating snap hook at the harness end - delivers immediate visual confirmation after any fall arrest event, making post-incident inspection fast and straightforward so workers and supervisors can quickly verify whether the unit requires retirement.
• 20-foot (6.1 m) cable length - provides enough range of motion for workers to move freely within their work zone while maintaining continuous fall arrest connection, reducing the temptation to disconnect during repositioning.
• Anchor-mounted design - installs at a fixed overhead anchor point, keeping the SRL out of the worker's way and allowing the cable to extend and retract smoothly as the user moves through elevated work areas.

Why This Product

• Two-standard compliance in one unit - this SRL meets both ANSI Z359.14-2021 Class 1 and OSHA 1926.502 and 1910.66 simultaneously, which means contractors working across varied jobsite environments or multi-employer sites can rely on a single piece of equipment rather than managing separate fall protection inventories for different regulatory requirements.
• Built-in post-incident visibility - the impact indicating snap hook gives supervisors and safety officers an immediate, tool-free way to determine whether a fall event occurred, reducing the risk of a compromised SRL being returned to service without inspection after an arrest event.
• Galvanized steel cable for real-world outdoor durability - construction and roofing environments expose equipment to moisture, concrete dust, and debris; the galvanized cable construction is specifically suited to these conditions, helping maintain performance and service life where uncoated cables would be at risk of accelerated corrosion.
• 20-foot reach keeps workers connected through repositioning - a longer cable range reduces the practical pressure workers feel to unhook during short lateral moves, supporting continuous fall protection in applications such as steel erection, elevated decking, and rooftop work.

Specifications

• Brand: DeWALT
• Model Number: DXFP210111-020
• Cable Length: 20 ft. (6.1 m)
• Cable Material: 3/16 in. (4.8 mm) galvanized steel
• Housing Material: High-impact-strength polymer
• Weight Rating (ANSI): 310 lbs. (141 kg)
• Weight Rating (OSHA): 420 lbs. (191 kg)
• Standards: ANSI Z359.14-2021 Class 1, OSHA 1926.502, OSHA 1910.66
• Mounting Type: Anchor-mounted
• Snap Hook Type: Impact indicating
• Series: D100

Frequently Asked Questions

What regulatory standards does this self retracting lifeline meet?

This SRL meets ANSI Z359.14-2021 Class 1 as well as OSHA 1926.502 and OSHA 1910.66, providing documented compliance across both major fall protection regulatory frameworks for construction and general industry applications.

What is the difference between the ANSI and OSHA weight ratings on this SRL?

The ANSI-rated capacity for this unit is 310 lbs. (141 kg), while the OSHA-rated capacity is 420 lbs. (191 kg). These are separate rating values defined by each respective standard, and both apply to this single unit - no separate equipment is needed to satisfy either compliance requirement.

How does the impact indicating snap hook work?

The impact indicating snap hook at the harness connection end provides a visible indicator that activates during a fall arrest event. After any arrest, the indicator gives supervisors and workers a quick visual signal to determine whether the unit has been subjected to a fall load, prompting appropriate post-incident inspection before the SRL is returned to service.

What type of environments is the galvanized cable suited for?

The 3/16 in. galvanized steel cable is well suited for wet, dusty, and demanding outdoor work environments such as construction sites, roofing applications, and elevated structural work where uncoated cable would be at greater risk of corrosion and wear over time.