Test Results
COMPLETELY FIELD SERVICEABLE*
The 3M™ Sealed ReLoad™ SRL allows for common repairs to be performed on
site by a trained technician. Should a fall occur, the modular design makes it
easy for individual components to be removed and replaced in the fi eld within
minutes – allowing quick and easy servicing of not only the cable, but also the
absorber. The Sealed ReLoad™ Retractable Lanyard reduces costs incurred
during product maintenance, including labor, shipping and product downtime.
3M can provide training that enables personnel to inspect and maintain Sealed
ReLoad™ units on site. Call your 3M Representative for more information.
EN 360:2002 Clause/Test EN 360:2002 Requirement Result/Comment Pass/Fail
4.7 Corrosion Resistance
EN 364-1992 Clause 5.13.
No corrosion to be evident that could
affect the function of the device (white
scaling or tarnishing is acceptable).
Evidence of light white scaling present on external surfaces.
Evidence of slight red discoloration around attachment
bolts only. No visual evidence of rust present.
PASS
Tested operational temperature range: -30ºC to +54ºC (-22ºF to +129ºF).
Further testing conducted: Cyclic testing – SRL cable fully extended and
retracted 20,000 times (with component inspection of pawls & tooth disc for
wear) ensuring consistent performance from fi rst to last test.
Note: EN 360:2002 Clause 4.7 requires that the device be subject to 24 hours
neutral salt spray exposure. However, to demonstrate the robustness of the
product, the exposure time was increased to 2,000 hours, after which the device
was found to fulfi ll the requirements of Clause 4.7.
TESTING
The 3M Sealed SRL was subjected to 2,000 hours of salt spray
exposure which far exceeds any test requirement by current
environmental standards. The test demonstrates the durability of the
3M Sealed SRL. A sample of the 3M Sealed SRL was independently
tested for 2,000 hours corrosion resistance by SATRA Technology.
Inside top of energy absorber after
2,000 hours of salt spray exposure
Main rewind spring cover after 2,000
hours of salt spray exposure
Inside energy absorber after 2,000 hours
of salt spray exposure
TEST CONDITIONS
• Corrosion test in accordance with ISO 9227:1990 –
Neutral Salt Spray
• Temperature: 35ºC (95ºF)
• Fallout rate: approximately 1.2 ml/hr (0.07 cubic in/hr)
(average over total exposure time)
• pH of test solution: approximately 6.7
(average over total exposure time)
• Sample was removed and examined for damage periodically
throughout exposure and after complete exposure time
• Total exposure time: 2,000 hours
*Must be repaired by a certifi ed repair person. 3M.com/FallProtection 5