Description
Safewaze 020-2046 is a shock-absorbing lanyard, 6 ft long, with a soft loop at the harness end and a snap hook at the anchor end. Safewaze describes it: "The Arc Flash 6' Energy Absorbing Lanyard is a specialized connection solution providing safe, secure work in arc event rated areas. Built with superior flame and heat resistant aramid yarns and Nomex protective shock cover. Includes single leg construction, protective label cover, soft loop and steel hook." Published figures: ANSI weight capacity 130-310 lb; minimum breaking strength 5,000 lb. Standards Safewaze names: ANSI Z359.13-2013, OSHA 1926.502, OSHA 1910.140, OSHA 1910.66, ASTM F887. Sold individually. Part of the Safewaze Arc Flash Lanyards series. Ships in 1–2 business days; most orders arrive in 3–7 business days.
Safewaze 020-2046 specifications
| Item | Safewaze data |
|---|---|
| Part number | 020-2046 |
| Series | Arc Flash Lanyards |
| Product type | Shock-Absorbing Lanyards |
| Safewaze title | Arc Flash 6' Energy Absorbing Lanyard: Aramid, Snap Hook, Soft Loop |
| Materials | Aramid webbing, Nomex shock pack, steel snap hook, Kevlar thread |
| Attachment Point(s) | 1 snap hook, 1 soft loop |
| Length | 6' (1.8 m) |
| Weight | 2.3 lbs. (1 kg) (the 2025 file says 1.6 lbs. (.7 kg)) |
| Minimum Breaking Strength | 5,000 lbs. |
| Weight Capacity | 130-310 lbs. (59-140.6 kg) |
| Attachment Points | 1 snap hook, 1 soft loop |
| ANSI Weight Capacity | 130-310 lbs. (59-141 kg) |
| Dual (twin) leg | No |
| Harness connector | Soft Loop |
| Anchor connector | Snap Hook |
Source: Safewaze product page (fetched Nov 6 2026); Safewaze TDS 020-2046-TDS, page 1; the 2025 Safewaze file. Where the 2025 file and the current safewaze.com page differ, the page value is shown first and the file value in parentheses.
Ratings and standards
| Standard or rating | As published by Safewaze |
|---|---|
| ANSI/ASSP Z359.13, personal energy absorbers and energy absorbing lanyards, 2013 edition | Named by Safewaze (safewaze.com page, TDS 020-2046-TDS page 1). |
| OSHA 29 CFR 1926.502, fall protection systems criteria and practices (construction) | Named by Safewaze (safewaze.com page, TDS 020-2046-TDS page 1). |
| OSHA 29 CFR 1910.140, personal fall protection systems (general industry) | Named by Safewaze (safewaze.com page). |
| OSHA 29 CFR 1910.66, powered platforms for building maintenance | Named by Safewaze (safewaze.com page). |
| ASTM F887, standard specifications for personal climbing equipment (arc flash rated fall protection) | Named by Safewaze (safewaze.com page, 2025 file, TDS 020-2046-TDS page 1). |
| Weight capacity | ANSI 130-310 lb, as Safewaze publishes it. |
| Minimum breaking strength | 5,000 lb, as Safewaze publishes it. |
| Arc flash | Arc flash rated to ASTM F887, as Safewaze states it. |
Source: Safewaze product page (fetched Nov 6 2026); Safewaze TDS 020-2046-TDS, page 1; the 2025 Safewaze file. Ratings are as published by the manufacturer or the named standard, not a recommendation for any task; the end user decides suitability.
Documents
- Technical data sheet — Safewaze 020-2046-TDS (PDF)
- User manual — Safewaze 220-00041_Arc_Flash_Lanyard_V4 (PDF, 32 pages)
- Sell sheet — Safewaze Arc-Flash-Harness-Lanyard-Safewaze-1122 (PDF, 3 pages)
- Technical bulletin: OSHA Capacity Range — Safewaze 2024-Technical-Bulletin-OSHA-PFAS-Capacity-Range-00237 (PDF)
- Technical bulletin: Compatibility of Products — Safewaze 2024-02_2024-Technical-Bulletin-Compatibility-of-Products-00236 (PDF)
- Safewaze lanyard inspection checklist (PDF)
- Safewaze fall clearance chart (PDF)
Source: Safewaze product page resources and the Safewaze technical library, fetched Nov 6 2026. Each link opens the Safewaze PDF.
Features
- 1 3/4" aramid webbing
- 1 forged steel snap hook
- 1 aramid soft loop
- Nomex label cover
- Nomex shock cover
- Single leg construction
- 40Cal/750F rated
Source: Safewaze feature list for 020-2046, as published on the safewaze.com product page.
Safewaze 020-2046 family
Other Safewaze versions of this item
These part numbers were sold on this page before; each now has its own page with its own price and sizes.
| Part number | Item | Key figure |
|---|---|---|
| 022-2087 | 022-2087 Shock-Absorbing Lanyards, Arc Flash, 6 ft, Aramid | ANSI 130-310 lb |
| 020-2045 | 020-2045 Shock-Absorbing Lanyards, Arc Flash, 6 ft, Aramid, Snap Hook | ANSI 130-310 lb |
| SW560-AF-DE | SW560-AF-DE Shock-Absorbing Lanyards, Arc Flash, 6 ft | ANSI 130-310 lb |
| SW560-AF-DE-SE | SW560-AF-DE-SE Shock-Absorbing Lanyards, Arc Flash, 6 ft | ANSI 130-310 lb |
| FS560-AF-SE | FS560-AF-SE Shock-Absorbing Lanyards, Arc Flash, 6 ft, Snap Hook | ANSI 130-310 lb |
| 020-2041 | 020-2041 Shock-Absorbing Lanyards, Arc Flash, 6 ft, Aramid, Dual Leg | ANSI 130-310 lb |
| 020-2043 | 020-2043 Shock-Absorbing Lanyards, Arc Flash, 6 ft, Aramid, Dual Leg | ANSI 130-310 lb |
| 020-2040 | 020-2040 Shock-Absorbing Lanyards, Arc Flash, 6 ft, Aramid, Dual Leg | ANSI 130-310 lb |
| 020-2042 | 020-2042 Shock-Absorbing Lanyards, Arc Flash, 6 ft, Aramid, Dual Leg | ANSI 130-310 lb |
| 020-2044 | 020-2044 Shock-Absorbing Lanyards, Arc Flash, 6 ft, Aramid, Dual Leg | ANSI 130-310 lb |
| SW561-AF-DE | SW561-AF-DE Shock-Absorbing Lanyards, Arc Flash, 6 ft, Dual Leg | ANSI 130-310 lb |
Related Safewaze Arc Flash Lanyards part numbers
| Part number | Item | Key figure |
|---|---|---|
| FS560-AF | FS560-AF Shock-Absorbing Lanyards, Arc Flash, 6 ft, Snap Hook | ANSI 130-310 lb |
| FS560-AF-AJ | FS560-AF-AJ Shock-Absorbing Lanyards, Arc Flash, 4-6 ft Adjustable | ANSI 130-310 lb |
| FS560-AF-SE-AJ | FS560-AF-SE-AJ Shock-Absorbing Lanyards, Arc Flash, 4-6 ft Adjustable | ANSI 130-310 lb |
Source: Safewaze product page (fetched Nov 6 2026); Safewaze TDS 020-2046-TDS, page 1; the 2025 Safewaze file. Each part number links to its own page.
Safewaze 020-2046 questions
What standards does Safewaze list for the Safewaze 020-2046? ANSI/ASSP Z359.13, personal energy absorbers and energy absorbing lanyards, 2013 edition, OSHA 29 CFR 1926.502, fall protection systems criteria and practices (construction), OSHA 29 CFR 1910.140, personal fall protection systems (general industry), OSHA 29 CFR 1910.66, powered platforms for building maintenance, ASTM F887, standard specifications for personal climbing equipment (arc flash rated fall protection). Ratings are as published by Safewaze; the end user decides suitability for the task.
What is the weight capacity of the Safewaze 020-2046? ANSI 130-310 lb, as Safewaze publishes it.
What connectors does the Safewaze 020-2046 have? Soft Loop at the harness end; Snap Hook at the anchor end, as Safewaze lists it.
Does the Safewaze 020-2046 have a shock absorber? Yes; Safewaze titles it an energy absorbing lanyard and lists ANSI Z359.13-2013.
How long is the Safewaze 020-2046? 6 ft.
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Manufacturer item number: 020-2046. Technical data sheet: Safewaze TDS (PDF).
