Description
FallTech 7227CS is a self-retracting lifeline: 20-50 ft; stainless steel cable lifeline. FallTech files it in the DuraTech series. FallTech describes it: "This DuraTech SRL is a proven workhorse built tough all-around to keep crews safely connected at height. It features a robust aluminum housing, corrosion-resistant stainless steel cable lifeline, and a twin-disc internal braking system to arrest falls, meeting OSHA requirements for dependable tie-off at or above a worker's D-ring." Published figures: OSHA user capacity 130-310 lb; static strength 3,000 lb minimum; maximum arrest force 1,800 lb; average arrest force 1,350 lb; maximum arrest distance 24". Standards FallTech names: OSHA 1926.502, OSHA 1910.66. Connectors: steel swivel snap hook to the harness and steel swivel snap hook to the anchorage, as FallTech lists them. Sold by the piece; FallTech ships one to a carton. Part numbers 7227CS, 7232CS, 7268CS. Part of the FallTech DuraTech series. Ships in 1–2 business days; most orders arrive in 3–7 business days.
FallTech 7227CS specifications
| Item | FallTech data |
|---|---|
| Part numbers | 7227CS, 7232CS, 7268CS |
| Series | DuraTech |
| Product type | Self-Retracting Lifelines |
| FallTech title (first version) | DuraTech SRL with 20' Stainless Steel Cable and Side-payout Aluminum Housing |
| FallTech product type | Self-Retracting Lifeline |
| Leading edge rated | Not stated |
| Length | 20-50 ft by part number |
| Harness connector | Steel swivel snap hook |
| Anchorage connector | Steel Swivel Snap Hook |
| Lifeline or lanyard material | Stainless Steel Cable |
| Static Strength | 3,000 lb min. |
| Avg. Arrest Force | 1,350 lb |
| Max. Arrest Force | 1,800 lb |
| Max. Arrest Distance | 24" (7227CS, 7232CS); 54" (7268CS) |
| OSHA User Capacity | 130 to 310 lb max. |
| Cable | 3/16" stainless dteel; 3,400 lb min. static strength (7227CS); 3/16" stainless steel; 3,400 lb min. static strength (7232CS, 7268CS) |
| Lifeline Connector | Plated alloy steel; 5,000 lb min. static strength with 3,600 lb gate strength |
| FallTech lengths by part number | 7227CS 20'; 7232CS 30'; 7268CS 50' |
| Weight | 12–19 lb by part number (FallTech Jan 1 2026 list price book) |
| Carton quantity | 1 per carton (FallTech Jan 1 2026 list price book); sold by the piece |
| UPC | 7227CS 848013017137; 7232CS 848013016870 |
Source: FallTech product page https://www.falltech.com/product/7227cs/, fetched Nov 8 2026 and the FallTech page of each part number in the family table; FallTech Jan 1 2026 list price book (weight, carton quantity, UPC).
Ratings and standards
| Standard or rating | As published by FallTech |
|---|---|
| OSHA 29 CFR 1926.502, fall protection systems criteria and practices (construction) | Named by FallTech (falltech.com page; declaration of conformity D0721069 (7/21/2023)). |
| OSHA 29 CFR 1910.66, powered platforms for building maintenance | Named by FallTech (falltech.com page). |
| User capacity | OSHA 130-310 lb, as FallTech publishes it. |
| Static strength | 3,000 lb minimum, as FallTech publishes it. |
| Arrest figures | maximum arrest force 1,800 lb; average arrest force 1,350 lb; maximum arrest distance 24", as FallTech publishes them. |
Source: FallTech product page https://www.falltech.com/product/7227cs/, fetched Nov 8 2026 and the FallTech page of each part number in the family table; FallTech declarations of conformity linked under Documents. Ratings are as published by the manufacturer or the named standard, not a recommendation for any task; the end user decides suitability and fall clearance for the job.
Documents
- Instruction Manual: FallTech instruction manual MSRD15 Rev F 061623 EN BOOKLET (PDF, 19 pages)
- Declaration of Conformity (OSHA): FallTech declaration of conformity 04c1546dd3c634c91b3ccf1cfb8772870ff539c7 (PDF, 2 pages)
- FallTech guidance (title only; opens falltech.com): Self-Retracting Lifeline (SRL) Comparison Guide
- FallTech guidance (title only; opens falltech.com): Does Your Job Require a Personal SRL or a Standard SRL?
- FallTech guidance (title only; opens falltech.com): Fall Clearance 101: How to Calculate Safe Distances
Source: FallTech product page document links, fetched Nov 8 2026. Each link opens the FallTech PDF or page; FallTech's fall clearance and class guidance is cited by title, not restated.
Features
- 3/16" stainless steel cable lifeline with load-indicating swivel snap hook
- Side-payout design delivers smooth lifeline operation.
- Internal inertial braking system with dual disc brakes provides superior deceleration
- Lifeline assembly includes recoil spring to help reduce retraction lock-up
- Integrated lifeline hand-grip simplifies dorsal connection
- Stackable housing design and handle provide easy installation and storage
- Meets OSHA 1926.502 and 1910.140 regulations
Source: FallTech feature list for 7227CS on its product page, fetched Nov 8 2026.
FallTech 7227CS family
| Part number | Version | FallTech connectors and lifeline | Length | Weight | UPC | Per carton | On our site |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7227CS | 20 ft | Steel Swivel Snap Hook; Stainless Steel Wire Rope Lifeline | 20 ft | 12 lb | 848013017137 | 1 | this page |
| 7232CS | 30 ft | Steel Swivel Snap Hook; Stainless Steel Wire Rope Lifeline | 30 ft | 19 lb | 848013016870 | 1 | this page |
| 7268CS | 50 ft | Steel Swivel Snap Hook; Stainless Steel Wire Rope Lifeline | 50 ft | — | — | — | this page (not on the Jan 1 2026 book) |
Similar FallTech items
| Part number | Item | On our site |
|---|---|---|
| 7265CS | — | not on our site |
| 7227C | DuraTech SRL with 20' Galvanized Cable and Side-payout Aluminum Housing | its own page |
| 7227CSS | DuraTech SRL with 20' Stainless Steel Cable and Lifeline Connector and Side-payout Aluminum Housing | its own page |
Source: FallTech product page https://www.falltech.com/product/7227cs/, fetched Nov 8 2026 and the FallTech page of each part number in the family table; FallTech Jan 1 2026 list price book (weight, UPC, carton quantity).
FallTech 7227CS questions
What are the OSHA requirements for the FallTech 7227CS self-retracting lifeline? OSHA 29 CFR 1926.502, fall protection systems criteria and practices (construction), OSHA 29 CFR 1910.66, powered platforms for building maintenance. Ratings are as published by FallTech; the end user decides suitability for the task.
What is the weight capacity of the FallTech 7227CS? OSHA 130-310 lb, as FallTech publishes it.
What are the arrest figures for the FallTech 7227CS? Maximum arrest force 1,800 lb; average arrest force 1,350 lb; maximum arrest distance 24", as FallTech publishes them.
How long is the FallTech 7227CS? 20-50 ft by part number: 20 ft, 30 ft, 50 ft, as FallTech lists it.
What connectors does the FallTech 7227CS have? Steel swivel snap hook to the harness and steel swivel snap hook to the anchorage, as FallTech lists them.
Guides: what an SRL is · SRL vs PFL and Class 1 vs Class 2 · how to calculate fall clearance · parts of a personal fall arrest system · harnesses on lifts · anchoring an SRL below the D-ring · every fall protection item by type and standard.
Manufacturer item number: 7227CS (each version carries its own FallTech part number, listed in the family table). Documents: Instruction Manual, Declaration of Conformity (OSHA).
