Anyone using the Stein SMB 1000?

[Leafguy]

Hey,

Checking to see if anyone is using the Stein SMB 1000 and how they like it?

SMB1000 Lowering Bollard

STEIN SMB1000 Fixed Lowering Device 1000kg WLL The STEIN SMB1000 single bollard lowering device has a WLL of 1000kg and designed to work effectively with ropes of up to 14mm (Recommended Rope - STEIN Omega 12mm or 14mm). The line is guided down to the bollard and managed by fairleads both front...

www.steinworldwide.com

 

[Jonny]

I’ve not used it, but I’m a big fan of fixed bollard devices strapped right to the trunk. I doubt you’d regret it, looks nice.
I got the FTC Microcylinder now, it’s great, but I wonder if I should’ve spent the extra 200$ or whatever on the next bigger size. It’s rare that I need bigger that 9/16 rigging lines, so I’m happy with it. Pretty light, all aluminum so cools off fast too.

FTC Tree Micro-Cylindre 2.1

The MICRO-CYLINDRE 2.0 is a friction device used in tree care to hold and lower loads during felling and branch or log removal. It is a lighter and more compact version of the MINI-CYLINDRE 2.0.Made entirely of aluminum, it won't heat up and won't burn your ropes. It's a clever addition to the...

www.wesspur.com

 

[Leafguy]

Most of my rigging is light duty as well with 1/2 and 9/16 rope work happening. I saw the FTC micro as well. looks like an good option. Basically the same thing.

 

[Dan Cobb]

I’ve not used it, but I’m a big fan of fixed bollard devices strapped right to the trunk. I doubt you’d regret it, looks nice.
I got the FTC Microcylinder now, it’s great, but I wonder if I should’ve spent the extra 200$ or whatever on the next bigger size. It’s rare that I need bigger that 9/16 rigging lines, so I’m happy with it. Pretty light, all aluminum so cools off fast too.

FTC Tree Micro-Cylindre 2.1

The MICRO-CYLINDRE 2.0 is a friction device used in tree care to hold and lower loads during felling and branch or log removal. It is a lighter and more compact version of the MINI-CYLINDRE 2.0.Made entirely of aluminum, it won't heat up and won't burn your ropes. It's a clever addition to the...

www.wesspur.com

Does it stain your ropes with aluminum? I would expect it to be clear anodized, but that will wear through with use.

 

[chiselbit]

I’ve not used it, but I’m a big fan of fixed bollard devices strapped right to the trunk. I doubt you’d regret it, looks nice.
I got the FTC Microcylinder now, it’s great, but I wonder if I should’ve spent the extra 200$ or whatever on the next bigger size. It’s rare that I need bigger that 9/16 rigging lines, so I’m happy with it. Pretty light, all aluminum so cools off fast too.

FTC Tree Micro-Cylindre 2.1

The MICRO-CYLINDRE 2.0 is a friction device used in tree care to hold and lower loads during felling and branch or log removal. It is a lighter and more compact version of the MINI-CYLINDRE 2.0.Made entirely of aluminum, it won't heat up and won't burn your ropes. It's a clever addition to the...

www.wesspur.com

That looks like a handy little unit. I think I’ll try it

 

[Vicente]

I just got the ftc micro cylinder, showed up yesterday used it today for some light rigging, thing's awesome lighter than my Porta wrap and easy to set up solo.