Drawing on experience in both mechanical and textile product design the new XTX Soft Grip Clutch uses a combination of new materials to offer mid load rope holding in a lightweight, compact device. Using an innovative new braided ‘soft grip’ technology to engage and hold a loaded line, the XTX benefits from being very ‘kind’ to the rope cover with a controlled and easy release.

• Ultra-lightweight mid-load rope holding

• Optimised SOFTGRIP braid with high-performance braid anchor technology

• Gentle on rope covers - increase the lifecycle of your ropes

• Neat, retracting toggle for fingertip control of clutching power

• Controlled and consistent release across full range of loads

• Push button clutch activation with lock-open indicator

• Full enclosed body protects against accidental release

• Small footprint and very low profile with no handle rotation space required

• Simple, versatile installation – 2 fasteners for deck, bulkhead, rig or tunnel mounting

• Remote release capability

• Easy set-up, no performance tuning required

• On-deck access for cleaning or replacing SOFTGRIP diameter changes