{"product_id":"dmm-tryggr-thimble","title":"Tryggr Thimble","description":"\u003ch1\u003eDMM Tryggr Thimble - Retrievable Choking Anchor - EN 795:2012 Type B - 15 cm\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eDMM Tryggr Thimble\u003c\/strong\u003e (product code \u003cstrong\u003eRPC65-2T-BWG-15\u003c\/strong\u003e) is a compact, retrievable choking anchor designed for stationary rope systems (SRS) and work positioning on vertical stems. At just \u003cstrong\u003e138g\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003e15 cm in length\u003c\/strong\u003e, it is one of the smallest certified retrieval anchors available — covering the widest range of anchor point diameters in a form compact enough to install and retrieve without leaving the ground. The bespoke \u003cstrong\u003e6.5mm polyester cord\u003c\/strong\u003e is threaded through two \u003cstrong\u003estainless steel thimbles\u003c\/strong\u003e, isolating the climbing rope from the anchor cord to eliminate rope-on-cord friction and protect both from accelerated wear. Certified to \u003cstrong\u003eEN 795:2012 Type B\u003c\/strong\u003e and rated for two-person rescue loads under \u003cstrong\u003ePD CEN\/TS 16415:2013\u003c\/strong\u003e (combined max user weight 300 kg), it is suitable for both standard work positioning and rescue applications. Supplied with one small DMM retrieval cone. Available from Gustharts, an authorised DMM dealer, with UK stock.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDMM is a Welsh manufacturer of professional climbing, rigging and work-at-height hardware, based in Llanberis in the heart of Snowdonia. Founded in 1981, DMM is widely regarded as the benchmark brand for precision-made carabiners, rigging plates, pulleys and anchors across UK and European arboriculture, rope access and rescue.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRetrievable from the ground\u003c\/strong\u003e — the Tryggr design allows the anchor to be installed and retrieved without the climber leaving the ground or ascending to the anchor; pull via cord or included retrieval cone\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e15 cm length, 138g\u003c\/strong\u003e — the most compact configuration in the Tryggr range; works across the widest range of anchor diameters\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStainless steel thimbles protect your rope\u003c\/strong\u003e — cord runs through DMM's original stainless steel thimbles at the load point; the thimbles isolate the rope from the anchor cord, eliminating rope-on-cord contact friction and extending the life of both\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e6.5mm bespoke polyester cord\u003c\/strong\u003e — UV and abrasion resistant; resin-coated stitch for additional wear protection; proven for long-term performance in outdoor environments\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlexible construction\u003c\/strong\u003e — the cord body conforms to the structure of the anchor point rather than holding a rigid form, enabling secure basket positioning on irregular stems and branches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCord equalises through the thimbles\u003c\/strong\u003e — optimised load distribution under tension for consistent, low-friction operation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLaser marked hardware\u003c\/strong\u003e — durable identification markings on the thimbles, including a retrieval indicator for correct orientation during ground-based retrieval\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEN 795:2012 Type B certified\u003c\/strong\u003e — anchor device standard for PPE used in personal fall protection, restraint and work positioning systems\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePD CEN\/TS 16415:2013 rated — 300 kg two-person capacity\u003c\/strong\u003e — suitable for rescue operations with two persons simultaneously connected\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOne small retrieval cone included\u003c\/strong\u003e — DMM's purpose-made retrieval tool for ground-based anchor recovery\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTechnical Specification\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"overflow-x: auto;\"\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; text-align: left; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 10px; text-align: left;\"\u003eBrand\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 10px; text-align: left;\"\u003eDMM (Llanberis, Wales, UK — manufacturer since 1981)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 10px; text-align: left;\"\u003eProduct\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 10px; text-align: left;\"\u003eTryggr Thimble\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 10px; text-align: left;\"\u003eProduct Code\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 10px; text-align: left;\"\u003eRPC65-2T-BWG-15\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 10px; text-align: left;\"\u003eColour\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 10px; text-align: left;\"\u003eBlack \/ White \/ Grey\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 10px; text-align: left;\"\u003eLength\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 10px; text-align: left;\"\u003e15 cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 10px; text-align: left;\"\u003eWeight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 10px; text-align: left;\"\u003e138g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 10px; text-align: left;\"\u003eMax User Weight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 10px; text-align: left;\"\u003e300 kg (two-person rescue configuration)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 10px; text-align: left;\"\u003eCord\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 10px; text-align: left;\"\u003e6.5mm bespoke polyester — UV resistant, resin-coated stitch\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 10px; text-align: left;\"\u003eThimbles\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 10px; text-align: left;\"\u003eBespoke DMM original stainless steel (2 × thimbles)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 10px; text-align: left;\"\u003eCertified Configuration\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 10px; text-align: left;\"\u003eBasket\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 10px; text-align: left;\"\u003eStandards\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 10px; text-align: left;\"\u003eEN 795:2012 Type B; PD CEN\/TS 16415:2013 (2 users)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 10px; text-align: left;\"\u003eIncluded\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 10px; text-align: left;\"\u003e1 × small DMM retrieval cone\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 10px; text-align: left;\"\u003eApplication\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 10px; text-align: left;\"\u003eStationary rope systems (SRS\/SRT); work positioning on vertical stems\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eUnderstanding the Certifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEN 795:2012 Type B\u003c\/strong\u003e is the European standard for anchor devices used in personal fall protection systems, restraint and work positioning. Type B specifically covers non-structural, flexible anchors — devices that achieve their anchor function through flexible elements (such as cord loops) rather than rigid hardware attached to a fixed structure. For the Tryggr Thimble, Type B certification confirms the device is tested as a PPE anchor component in basket configuration. The original EN 795:1996 standard has been superseded by EN 795:2012 — the Tryggr Thimble is certified to the current 2012 version.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePD CEN\/TS 16415:2013\u003c\/strong\u003e is the standard for rescue-rated PPE for two-person use. Certification under this standard means the Tryggr Thimble has been tested for the additional loads imposed when two persons are connected simultaneously — relevant for rescue operations where both rescuer and casualty may be attached to the same anchor system. The 300 kg maximum user weight rating applies to this two-person rescue configuration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTryggr Thimble vs Tryggr Thimble Vario - Which Do You Need?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBoth are retrievable choking anchors using the same 6.5mm polyester cord and stainless thimble construction. The choice is determined by the range of anchor point diameters you work with.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"overflow-x: auto;\"\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; text-align: left; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 10px; text-align: left;\"\u003eFeature\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 10px; text-align: left;\"\u003eTryggr Thimble (this product)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 10px; text-align: left;\"\u003eTryggr Thimble Vario\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 10px; text-align: left;\"\u003eLength\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 10px; text-align: left;\"\u003e15 cm — fixed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 10px; text-align: left;\"\u003e70, 90, 130 or 250 cm — selected at purchase\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 10px; text-align: left;\"\u003eWeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 10px; text-align: left;\"\u003e138g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 10px; text-align: left;\"\u003e266g (70 cm) to 486g (250 cm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 10px; text-align: left;\"\u003eAdjustable\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 10px; text-align: left;\"\u003eNo — compact, single-purpose length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 10px; text-align: left;\"\u003eYes — Vario loop adjusts within the chosen length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 10px; text-align: left;\"\u003eAnchor range\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 10px; text-align: left;\"\u003eWidest range — very small diameter anchors\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 10px; text-align: left;\"\u003eLarger diameter anchors and structures\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 10px; text-align: left;\"\u003eColour\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 10px; text-align: left;\"\u003eBlack \/ White \/ Grey\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 10px; text-align: left;\"\u003eOrange \/ Pink\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 10px; text-align: left;\"\u003eMax user weight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 10px; text-align: left;\"\u003e300 kg (two-person rescue)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 10px; text-align: left;\"\u003e300 kg (two-person rescue)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 10px; text-align: left;\"\u003eStandards\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 10px; text-align: left;\"\u003eEN 795:2012 Type B; PD CEN\/TS 16415:2013\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 10px; text-align: left;\"\u003eEN 795:2012 Type B; PD CEN\/TS 16415:2013\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 10px; text-align: left;\"\u003eBest for\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 10px; text-align: left;\"\u003eSRS\/SRT on typical-diameter trees; maximum portability; tightest anchor geometry\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 10px; text-align: left;\"\u003eLarger diameter trees, structures and posts; versatile configurations across different anchor sizes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor most UK arborist SRS work on standard-diameter trees, the compact 15 cm \u003cstrong\u003eTryggr Thimble\u003c\/strong\u003e is the correct choice — lighter, more compact and covering the widest range of anchor diameters. If you regularly work on larger-diameter stems or need longer anchor loop configurations for your system geometry, the \u003cstrong\u003eTryggr Thimble Vario\u003c\/strong\u003e gives you the additional length in the same construction. \u003ca href=\"\/en-us\/products\/dmm-tryggr-thimble-vario\"\u003eSee the Tryggr Thimble Vario here.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAlso Known As\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe DMM Tryggr Thimble is also referred to as a \u003cstrong\u003eretrievable anchor\u003c\/strong\u003e, choking anchor, SRS anchor, ground-retrievable anchor, friction saver (though it functions differently from a standard friction saver), rigging thimble anchor and tree anchor. For ordering, reference product code \u003cstrong\u003eRPC65-2T-BWG-15\u003c\/strong\u003e for the standard 15 cm Tryggr Thimble.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eComplete Your Kit\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-us\/collections\/climbing-harness\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClimbing Harnesses\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e — the Tryggr Thimble connects your SRS system to the anchor point; a certified harness is required as part of the system\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-us\/collections\/climbing-equipment\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSRS Climbing Lines\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e — the Tryggr is designed for stationary rope system use; use with a certified EN 1891 Type A climbing line\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-us\/collections\/climbing-equipment\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRigging Equipment\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e — browse carabiners, connectors and rigging plates to complete your system\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eExplore More\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en-us\/collections\/climbing-equipment\"\u003eClimbing Equipment\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en-us\/collections\/lanyards-fliplines-accessories\"\u003eWork Positioning Lanyards\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFAQs\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWhat is a retrievable choking anchor and how does the Tryggr work?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA choking anchor loops around the anchor point (tree stem or branch) and tightens under load. The Tryggr is retrievable because after the climb, a ground-based cord pull (or the included retrieval cone) allows the anchor to be collapsed and pulled down without the climber returning to it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWhy does the Tryggr use thimbles rather than a standard loop?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe stainless steel thimbles create a smooth, hard surface at the point where the climbing rope contacts the anchor. This isolates the rope from the anchor cord — eliminating rope-on-cord friction that would wear both under load. The thimbles also allow the cord to equalise under tension for consistent loading geometry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWhat does EN 795:2012 Type B mean for this anchor?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEN 795:2012 is the current standard for anchor devices used in personal fall protection, work positioning and restraint. Type B covers flexible, non-structural anchors — devices that function through flexible cord or textile rather than rigid hardware fixed to a structure. The Tryggr Thimble is certified to this standard in basket configuration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eIs the Tryggr Thimble suitable for rescue operations?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. PD CEN\/TS 16415:2013 certification confirms it is rated for two-person rescue loads up to a combined 300 kg — covering both rescuer and casualty simultaneously connected to the same anchor point.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWhat is the difference between the Tryggr Thimble and the Tryggr Thimble Vario?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe standard Tryggr Thimble is 15 cm and fixed — the most compact option for tight anchor geometry on typical diameter trees. The Vario is available in four longer lengths (70–250 cm) with an adjustable loop for larger diameter anchor points. See the comparison table above.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e","brand":"DMM","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58606544683382,"sku":"DD-RPC65-2T-BWG-15","price":54.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0690\/6603\/1348\/files\/Dmm-Tryggr-Thimble.png?v=1788509471","url":"https:\/\/www.gustharts.com\/en-us\/products\/dmm-tryggr-thimble","provider":"Gustharts","version":"1.0","type":"link"}