Frontline RSBC Sealed Block Stainless Steel SRL, 50 ft & 80 ft | Canada
Frontline RSBC Sealed Block Stainless Steel SRL, 50 ft & 80 ft | Canada. Frontline's IP68-rated sealed-block SRL for harsh environments such as oil and gas, offshore and wash-down work. A stainless steel sealed housing keeps dirt, grease, water and hazardous chemicals away from the internal parts; the wire rope lifeline is stainless too. A pivoting anchorage loop reduces cable friction when the alignment is not perfect, and a 360° stainless swivel snap hook with a built-in impact indicator ends the line. 50 ft (30 lb) or 80 ft (51 lb).
Frontline RSBC sealed block stainless SRL key features
- Sealed design rated IP68 under IEC 60529: dust-tight and protected against permanent submersion in water
- Critical internal components are sealed against contaminants: dirt, grease, water and hazardous chemicals
- Stainless steel housing resists corrosion and wear in harsh environments
- Stainless steel wire rope lifeline
- Pivoting anchorage loop allows slight movement and reduces cable friction when the anchor is not perfectly aligned
- Stainless steel swivel snap hook rotates 360° to prevent the lifeline from tangling
- Impact indicator built into the snap hook shows when a fall or significant impact has occurred
- Two lengths: 50 ft (30 lb) and 80 ft (51 lb)
Frontline RSBC sealed block SRL specifications
| Manufacturer | Frontline Fall Protection |
|---|---|
| Model / SKU | RSBC50 (50 ft) · RSBC80 (80 ft) |
| Lifeline | Stainless steel wire rope, 50 ft or 80 ft |
| Housing | Sealed stainless steel, IP68 (IEC 60529) |
| Anchorage connection | Pivoting anchorage loop |
| Lifeline end | Stainless steel 360° swivel snap hook with impact indicator |
| User capacity | 310 lb |
| Unit weight | 30 lb (50 ft) · 51 lb (80 ft) |
| Standards | Meets or exceeds ANSI Z359.14, OSHA 1910 and OSHA 1926 |
| Arrest force / arrest distance / dimensions | Not published by Frontline; ask us |
| Region | Stocked in Paris, Ontario · ships Canada-wide |
Where crews use the Frontline RSBC sealed block SRL
Oil and gas, refineries
Sealed housing keeps crude, grease and process chemicals out of the mechanism.
Offshore and marine
Stainless housing and cable for salt spray and wash-down; IP68 for submersion.
Wastewater and chemical plants
Corrosive, wet environments where a standard polymer-housing SRL would not last.
Derrick and tank work
Long 50 ft and 80 ft lines for overhead anchorage on tall structures.
Is the Frontline RSBC CSA certified? Compliance in Canada
Is the Frontline RSBC CSA certified?
No. Frontline rates it to ANSI Z359.14, OSHA 1910 and OSHA 1926. For a CSA-marked SRL, see our Safety Direct range.
What does IP68 mean for this SRL?
Under IEC 60529, IP68 covers dust resistance and protection against permanent submersion in water; Frontline seals the critical components so contaminants cannot reach them.
RSBC or RPG: which cable SRL?
The RSBC is the sealed stainless block for harsh, wet or corrosive sites; the Frontline RPG is the galvanized-cable SRL in a polymer housing for general construction. Both are 310 lb user units to ANSI Z359.14.
Can the RSBC be used at foot level or over an edge?
Frontline does not list the RSBC as a leading-edge SRL. For foot-level tie-off over an edge, use a leading-edge rated unit such as the Frontline RPGLE.
How often should the RSBC be inspected?
Before every use, and formally by a competent person at least once a year. Check the impact indicator on the snap hook; remove the unit from service after any fall and follow Frontline's service schedule.
Pair the Frontline RSBC SRL with a harness and anchor
The RSBC is the connecting device. Add a full-body harness and an overhead anchor rated for the system for a complete personal fall arrest system.