--- product_id: 11236369 title: "Conterra Scarab FR Descender Rescue Tool (16SFR-1)" brand: "conterra" price: "192003CFA" currency: XOF in_stock: true reviews_count: 8 url: https://www.desertcart.sn/products/11236369-conterra-scarab-fr-descender-rescue-tool-16sfr-1 store_origin: SN region: Senegal --- # 40 kN crossbar strength Controls up to 600 lbs with 2 fingers Compatible with 6-13 mm ropes Conterra Scarab FR Descender Rescue Tool (16SFR-1) **Brand:** conterra **Price:** 192003CFA **Availability:** βœ… In Stock ## Summary > πŸ”₯ Elevate your rescue game with the Scarab β€” strength and control in your hands! πŸ§—β€β™€οΈ ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Conterra Scarab FR Descender Rescue Tool (16SFR-1) by conterra - **How much does it cost?** 192003CFA with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.sn](https://www.desertcart.sn/products/11236369-conterra-scarab-fr-descender-rescue-tool-16sfr-1) ## Best For - conterra enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted conterra brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - β€’ **Effortless Control:** Manage heavy loads up to 600 lbs with just two fingers, offering precision descent and easy lock-off every time. - β€’ **Unmatched Strength:** Crossbar strength of 40 kN, nearly double NFPA standards, ensuring ultimate safety under extreme loads. - β€’ **Premium Machined Build:** Crafted from solid titanium or stainless steel for durability and reliability in the harshest environments. - β€’ **Proven Rescue Performance:** Tested extensively with over five years of research, heat, wear, and drop tests to guarantee top-tier rescue readiness. - β€’ **Versatile Rope Compatibility:** Seamlessly works with ropes from 6 mm to 13 mm, perfect for any rescue scenario without rope twisting or unclipping. ## Overview The Conterra Scarab is a professional-grade belay and descender device engineered for search, fire, and rope rescue. With a crossbar strength exceeding 40 kN, it surpasses NFPA safety standards and supports ropes from 6 to 13 mm without twisting or unclipping. Designed for optimal control, it allows users to manage loads up to 600 lbs effortlessly. Machined from solid titanium or stainless steel, the Scarab combines durability with precision, backed by over five years of rigorous testing to ensure unmatched performance in critical rescue operations. ## Description The Scarab FR Ultra versatile general rescue tool. Machined from solid 303 stainless plate. Works with 9mm to 13 mm rope. Weight: 385g (13.8 oz) meets NFPA 1983 (06 ED) β€œG” (general use) This device will absolutely change the way you perform rope rescue. The Scarab represents five years of research and testing by Rick Lipke and the design team at Conterra. It was born out of the need for a small, simple device that could easily control heavy rescue loads, as well as excel at pick offs, twin rope systems and other general rescue techniques. The Scarab does all this and more. With two models available (Scarab TI not discussed here), the Scarab is the perfect choice for both Fire/Rescue and back country rescue environments. The Scarab has endured over five years of drop and slow pull testing as well as undergoing extensive heat and wear studies utilizing Conterra’s Capstan Test Bed. -The frame and crossbar’s strength is greater than 40kN. In real world tests with Nylon rescue ropes, the ropes fail at the nose of the Scarab at about their knotted strength (just like most other descent control devices). When pulling a 12.7mm rescue rope on a tied off Scarab, the rope breaks at about 27kN, which easily exceeds the 22kN strength rating that NFPA calls out for to rate class β€œG” for descent control devices. In addition to a battery of slow pull and drop tests, the Scarab has undergone extensive heat and wear studies. One device was tested by pulling over a mile of dirty rope through it under rescue sized tension, with temperature reading thermocouples being monitored at several locations during pulls. At 2kN of tension, and a lowering speed of 10M per minute, the Scarab maintained a frame temperature at about 100 degrees C. To our knowledge, the Scarab is the only descent control device to have been tested to this degree. ## Features - INCREDIBLY STRONG RESCUE BELAY DEVICE | The crossbar strength is 40 kN which far exceeds rope strength and NFPA standard of 22 kN. - GREAT VERSITILITY FOR FIRE AND SEARCH RESCUE | Works with ropes 6 mm to 11 mm (Titanium) 9 mm to 13 mm (Stainless Steel). Rope can be attached without unclipping. No rope twisting. Right or Left handed use. - OPTIMAL CONTROL OVER DESCENT | The use of the different friction configurations can allow a user to control weights of up to 600 lbs with 2 fingers. Easy lock off. Can be used with single or double ropes. - MACHINED FROM SOLID METAL | Either machined from either solid stainless plate or titanium. - WEIGHT: 185g (Titanium) 385g (Stainless Steel) | MADE IN THE USA ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Material | Titanium, Stainless Steel | | Brand | Conterra | | Item dimensions L x W x H | 8 x 5 x 1.4 inches | | Item Weight | 1.1 Pounds | | Included Components | Rescue Tool, Carabiner, Rope | | Number of Pieces | 1 | | Manufacturer | Conterra | | UPC | 753807999335 | | Item Package Dimensions L x W x H | 8 x 5 x 1.4 inches | | Package Weight | 0.48 Kilograms | | Item Dimensions LxWxH | 8 x 5 x 1.4 inches | | Brand Name | Conterra | | Color | Stainless Steel | | Part Number | SCARAB | ## Product Details - **Material:** Titanium, Stainless Steel - **Brand:** Conterra - **Item dimensions L x W x H:** 8 x 5 x 1.4 inches - **Item Weight:** 1.1 Pounds - **Included Components:** Rescue Tool, Carabiner, Rope - **Number of Pieces:** 1 - **Manufacturer:** Conterra - **UPC:** 753807999335 ## Images ![Conterra Scarab FR Descender Rescue Tool (16SFR-1) - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61A51GmRj9L.jpg) ## Available Options This product comes in different **Color** options. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 5.0 out of 5 stars An excellent piece of hardware, very versatile and easy to use. *by A***R on Reviewed in the United States on August 29, 2019* This is a great product, it is easy to use and is very versatile. From anchor based lowering to rappelling and litter attending this is the device if you can only carry one. I have been using it now for a few months as a rope rescue technician and rope access work in construction and I am very impressed. It's easier to use then a brake bar rack and unlike a figure right it doesn't impart any twist into the rope system. Adding and removing friction is fast and easy and I have used the scarab on ropes from 3/8" to 5/8" with no problems at all. This device is also unaffected by dirt, sand, and water, unlike many other popular pieces like the petzl id. I feel that the variety of rope that it will accept, and the ease of use make this a great option for back country rescue or any activity requiring no fail gear where different conditions are encountered. It has a permanent place in my cache for sure. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 5.0 out of 5 stars New Belay Device *by E***D on Reviewed in the United States on August 25, 2020* I studied the Scarab intensely before purchase and found fellow Firefighters and Rescuers were amazed at their positive and enthusiastic reviews. I bought the Contreras Scarab and first tried the device out. My first repel was impressive and each repel afterwards were even more enjoyable. The device became second nature and easy to employ even with a double rope repel. The construction is incredible and durable. The design is unique. It was tested with a mile of rope pulled through the device and the temperature of the device was less than 100 degrees Fahrenheit. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 5.0 out of 5 stars Great for canyoneering *by K***E on Reviewed in the United States on April 10, 2018* This is a great device. I’ve used it for years on a Search and Rescue Team. I finally decided to used it for canyoneering. Works well even for small diameter ropes. Only drawbacks are the price and weight. I think the durability and abrasion resistance of the Scarab compared to aluminum devices justifies the price. --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - πŸ›’ **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** β€” Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** β€” Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - πŸ’° **No Hidden Fees** β€” All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - πŸ”„ **15-Day Free Returns** β€” Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - πŸ”’ **Secure Payments** β€” Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** β€” Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.sn/products/11236369-conterra-scarab-fr-descender-rescue-tool-16sfr-1](https://www.desertcart.sn/products/11236369-conterra-scarab-fr-descender-rescue-tool-16sfr-1) --- *Product available on Desertcart Senegal* *Store origin: SN* *Last updated: 2026-05-31*