Safety Direct LY 420 Twin-Leg Cable Shock Lanyard | Canada
Safety Direct LY 420 Twin-Leg Cable Shock Lanyard instructions and documents
Safety Direct's own documents. Read the instructions before first use.
Safety Direct LY 420 twin-leg cable energy-absorbing lanyard. A twin-leg shock-absorbing lanyard with PVC-coated galvanized cable legs for abrasive and sharp-edge work, rated for heavier workers from 200 to 420 lb. The yellow 420 polyester energy absorber sits under clear heat-shrink for inspection. Snap, ladder or scaffold hooks in 3, 4 or 6 ft.
Safety Direct LY 420 twin-leg cable lanyard key features
- 1/4 in to 5/16 in clear PVC-coated galvanized cable, 5,000 lb (23 kN) min tensile
- Cable legs stand up to abrasion and rough edges better than webbing
- Twin legs for 100% tie-off
- Yellow polyester 420 energy absorber under clear heat-shrink tubing
- Hardware minimum break strength 5,000 lb (23 kN)
- Snap, ladder or scaffold hooks; fixed 3, 4 and 6 ft lengths
Safety Direct LY 420 cable twin-leg lanyard specifications
| Manufacturer | Safety Direct Ltd., Sherwood Park, Alberta |
|---|---|
| Model | LY 420 twin-leg cable lanyard (7 SKUs) |
| Standard | CSA Z259.11-17 (per Safety Direct) |
| User capacity | 200-420 lb (91-191 kg) incl. clothing and equipment |
| Max free fall | 6 ft (1.8 m) |
| Max deployment | 11 ft (3.4 m) |
| Legs | 1/4-5/16 in clear PVC-coated galvanized cable, 5,000 lb (23 kN) |
| Energy absorber | Polyester 420, yellow |
| Hooks | Snap/snap, snap/ladder, snap/scaffold |
| Lengths | 3 ft, 4 ft, 6 ft fixed (by SKU) |
Where the LY 420 cable twin-leg lanyard holds up best
Steel erection
Cable legs over beam edges and flanges.
Rebar and concrete
Abrasion resistant around rough surfaces.
Heavier workers
Rated 200 to 420 lb with tools.
Moving between anchors
Twin legs keep you tied off 100%.
LY 420 cable twin-leg lanyard questions and CSA status
Is the Safety Direct LY 420 cable twin-leg lanyard CSA certified?
Yes. Safety Direct states it is certified to CSA Z259.11-17 for workers 200 to 420 lb.
Why choose cable legs over webbing?
PVC-coated galvanized cable resists abrasion and cutting on rough edges better than webbing, and the clear coating lets you inspect the cable.
Can a worker under 200 lb use the LY 420?
No. The minimum is 200 lb (91 kg) including clothing and equipment; lighter workers should use a 310 lanyard.
How much clearance does the LY 420 cable lanyard need?
Safety Direct lists a 6 ft maximum free fall and 11 ft maximum deployment. Add harness stretch and a safety margin.
Pair the LY 420 cable twin-leg lanyard with a full system
Use it with a harness rated to 420 lb and rated anchors such as beam clamps or cable anchor slings.