Description
FallTech 7489 is a rope grab (plated alloy steel). FallTech describes it: "Designed for vertical climbing applications, this hinged trailing fall arrester follows the user smoothly during movement while providing dependable anti-panic locking and fall arrest performance. Its hinged design allows installation anywhere along the lifeline." Published figures: ANSI user capacity 130-310 lb; OSHA user capacity 130-310 lb; static strength 3,600 lb minimum. Standards FallTech names: ANSI Z359.15-2014, OSHA 1926.502, OSHA 1910.66. Connectors: steel fall arrester or rope adjuster to the anchorage, as FallTech lists them. Sold by the piece; FallTech ships 10 to a carton. Ships in 1–2 business days; most orders arrive in 3–7 business days.
FallTech 7489 specifications
| Item | FallTech data |
|---|---|
| Part number | FT-7489 |
| Series | Fall Arrester |
| Product type | Rope Grabs |
| FallTech title | Hinged Trailing Fall Arrester, Alloy Steel with Anti-panic |
| FallTech product type | Anti-panic Hinged Trailing Rope Grab |
| FallTech descriptor | Plated Alloy Steel |
| Anchorage connector | Steel fall arrester or rope adjuster |
| Static Strength | 3,600 lb Min |
| ANSI User Capacity | 130 to 310 lb max. |
| OSHA User Capacity | 130 to 310 lb max. |
| Fall Arrester | Plated alloy steel |
| Weight | 1.5 lb (FallTech Jan 1 2026 list price book) |
| Carton quantity | 10 per carton (FallTech Jan 1 2026 list price book); sold by the piece |
| UPC | FT-7489 848013064974 |
Source: FallTech product page https://www.falltech.com/product/7489/, fetched Nov 8 2026; FallTech Jan 1 2026 list price book (weight, carton quantity, UPC).
Ratings and standards
| Standard or rating | As published by FallTech |
|---|---|
| ANSI/ASSP Z359.15, safety requirements for single anchor lifelines and fall arresters, 2014 edition | Named by FallTech (falltech.com page; declaration of conformity C1017076 (10.27.17)). |
| OSHA 29 CFR 1926.502, fall protection systems criteria and practices (construction) | Named by FallTech (falltech.com page). |
| OSHA 29 CFR 1910.66, powered platforms for building maintenance | Named by FallTech (falltech.com page). |
| 7489 has been tested as an integral component of 8388 (3' ViewPack SAL with Trailing Hinged Fall Arrester). In addition, | Named in FallTech declaration of conformity C1017076 (10.27.17) for this part. |
| User capacity | ANSI 130-310 lb; OSHA 130-310 lb, as FallTech publishes it (the ANSI figure is the ANSI/ASSP Z359 test range; the OSHA figure is FallTech's rating under 29 CFR 1926.502). |
| Static strength | 3,600 lb minimum, as FallTech publishes it. |
Source: FallTech product page https://www.falltech.com/product/7489/, fetched Nov 8 2026; 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 MVLL01 REV D 051221 EN (PDF, 20 pages)
- Declaration of Conformity (ANSI): FallTech declaration of conformity C1017076 DOC (PDF, 21 pages)
- Sell Sheet: FallTech sell sheet 7489 8388 8596A Sell Sheet 092018 (PDF, 2 pages)
- FallTech guidance (title only; opens falltech.com): Fall Protection Lanyard Types Guide
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
- Hinged design allows user installation at any point on the lifeline
- Anti-panic function places pressure on the lifeline should a user grip the lever in the open position.
- Trailing mobility follows ascending and descending user with minimal effort
- Cam-action braking design quickly locks on the lifeline to arrest the fall
- Tension roller and internal spring maintain lifeline position and allow user mobility
- Anti-inversion hinge cam prevents upside-down installation
- Double-locking closure helps prevent accidental opening
- Alloy steel construction for use with 5/8" diameter synthetic rope lifeline and energy absorbing lanyard
- Meets ANSI Z359.15-2014
Source: FallTech feature list for 7489 on its product page, fetched Nov 8 2026.
FallTech 7489 family
| Part number | Version | FallTech connectors and lifeline | Length | Weight | UPC | Per carton | On our site |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FT-7489 | — | Plated Alloy Steel | — | 1.5 lb | 848013064974 | 10 | this page |
Similar FallTech items
| Part number | Item | On our site |
|---|---|---|
| 7479 | Hinged Trailing Rope Adjuster, Alloy Steel | its own page |
| 7491 | Hinged Trailing Rope Adjuster, Stainless Steel | its own page |
| 8388 | Hinged Trailing Fall Arrester with Anti-panic and 3' ViewPack Energy Absorbing Lanyard | its own page |
Source: FallTech product page https://www.falltech.com/product/7489/, fetched Nov 8 2026; FallTech Jan 1 2026 list price book (weight, UPC, carton quantity).
FallTech 7489 questions
What are the OSHA requirements for the FallTech 7489 rope grab? ANSI/ASSP Z359.15, safety requirements for single anchor lifelines and fall arresters, 2014 edition, 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 connectors does the FallTech 7489 have? Steel fall arrester or rope adjuster to the anchorage, as FallTech lists them.
What is the user capacity of the FallTech 7489? ANSI 130-310 lb; OSHA 130-310 lb, as FallTech publishes it. The ANSI figure is the ANSI/ASSP Z359 test range; the OSHA figure is FallTech's rating under 29 CFR 1926.502 for a worker with tools.
How much does the FallTech 7489 weigh? 1.5 lb, per the FallTech Jan 1 2026 list price book.
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Manufacturer item number: 7489. Documents: Instruction Manual, Declaration of Conformity (ANSI), Sell Sheet.
