Sherpa 4x4 Winch Damper / Recovery Blanket – High Visibility PVC

Description

The Sherpa 4x4 Winch Damper / Recovery Blanket is designed to be positioned over a winch rope or cable during vehicle recovery. Its weighted PVC construction helps reduce line movement and recoil energy in the event of a rope, cable or recovery component failure.

High-visibility reflective strips improve visibility around the recovery area, while heavy-duty hook-and-loop fastening helps secure the damper in position on the winch line.

Sherpa 4x4 Winch Damper / Safety Blanket

A winch damper is an important piece of recovery safety equipment designed for use with a tensioned winch line.

The Sherpa 4x4 damper is placed over the winch rope or cable before recovery. Its weight helps absorb energy and reduce the movement of the line if a rope, cable or recovery component fails under load.

Winch Damper Features

• Weighted PVC construction
• Designed for winch recovery applications
• Suitable for use with compatible steel winch cable or synthetic winch rope
• Helps reduce line movement and recoil energy in the event of a failure
• High-visibility reflective strips on both sides
• Heavy-duty hook-and-loop fastening helps secure the damper in position
• Durable construction for outdoor recovery environments
• Compact and easy to carry with recovery equipment
• 12 month Australian warranty

Why Use a Winch Damper?

Winch ropes and cables can store significant energy while under tension. If a winch line or another component in the recovery system fails, that stored energy can cause components to move rapidly.

Positioning a suitable weighted damper over the winch line helps absorb energy and reduce line movement in the event of a failure.

A winch damper is an additional safety measure and does not eliminate the hazards associated with a tensioned recovery system.

Suitable for 4WD Winch Recovery

The Sherpa 4x4 Winch Damper is a useful addition to recovery kits for:

• 4WD winching
• Off-road vehicle recovery
• Vehicle-mounted electric winches
• Steel cable winches
• Synthetic rope winches

High Visibility Design

Reflective strips are incorporated on both sides of the damper to improve visibility around the winching area.

The heavy-duty hook-and-loop fastening allows the blanket to be positioned and secured around the winch line during recovery.

Winch Recovery Safety

Before winching, inspect the complete recovery system including the winch, rope or cable, hook, shackles, recovery points and other components for wear or damage.

Position the damper on the winch line before applying load and reposition it as required during the recovery.

Keep all people clear of the tensioned winch line and potential recoil path. Never step over, straddle or stand close to a winch rope or cable while it is under tension.

Always use appropriately rated recovery equipment and suitable vehicle recovery points for the forces involved.