Lad-Saf DBI-SALA 3M intermediate cable guide for fixed ladder, galvanized or stainless steel

Lad-Saf DBI-SALA 3M intermediate cable guide for fixed ladder, galvanized or stainless steel

Models: 6100400 (galvanized), 6100457 (stainless steel)

Available in two types of steel: galvanized and stainless steel. Select the steel type you need from the drop-down menu.

The Lad-Saf DBI-SALA 3M intermediate cable guide is a wrap-around guide that installs along the cable of a Lad-Saf vertical safety system mounted on a fixed ladder. It keeps the cable lifeline aligned along the structure, reduces sway and lets the sliding sleeve pass freely during the climb. Its non-metallic contact area prevents metal-on-metal contact, protecting both the cable and the guide against wear. Installation is fast, easy and secure.

This guide is part of a modular system. The top bracket, bottom bracket, remote bracket, pre-swaged cable, cable guide supports and the removable X3 or X2 sleeve are ordered separately. An intermediate cable guide is recommended about every 30 ft (9 m) of cable. The complete system accommodates up to 4 workers at a time and offers a load capacity of 310 lb (141 kg) per user.

Benefits of the Lad-Saf intermediate cable guide

• Wrap-around intermediate cable guide for the Lad-Saf vertical safety system
• Fast, easy and secure installation
• Non-metallic contact area preventing metal-on-metal contact
• Rugged mounting hardware, corrosion resistant
• Available in galvanized or stainless steel depending on the environment
• Compatible with the Lad-Saf system for up to 4 workers

Lad-Saf intermediate cable guide specifications

• Product type: wrap-around intermediate cable guide
• Number of system users: 1 to 4
• System load capacity: 310 lb (141 kg)
• Material: galvanized steel (6100400) or stainless steel (6100457)
• Recommended spacing: about one guide every 30 ft (9 m)
• Installation type: permanent
• Galvanized guide dimensions: 1.61 x 6.81 x 2.36 in (4.1 x 17.3 x 6 cm), 0.7 lb (0.3 kg)
• Stainless guide dimensions: 1.75 x 6.9 x 2.55 in (4.4 x 17.5 x 6.5 cm), 0.85 lb (0.4 kg)
• Meets ANSI A14.3-1992, OSHA 1910.27 and FAA RR-S-001301

Role of the guide in the vertical system

On a Lad-Saf vertical cable safety system, the intermediate cable guides keep the lifeline aligned along the ladder and limit cable sway. The guide wraps around the cable and lets the worker's sliding sleeve pass without having to disconnect. Distributed over the full height, it ensures smooth, safe sleeve travel during the climb up and down.

Choosing galvanized or stainless steel

The galvanized steel guide (6100400) suits most indoor and outdoor industrial installations. The stainless steel guide (6100457) is designed for more corrosive settings, such as marine, chemical or coastal environments, where increased corrosion resistance is required. Choose the steel type consistent with the rest of the Lad-Saf system installed on your ladder.

Worksites and industries for the Lad-Saf cable guide on fixed ladders

• Vertical access on fixed ladders, structures and towers
• Oil and gas, utilities, wind energy
• Transportation, general industry and telecommunications
• Customized Lad-Saf system configurations

Lad-Saf intermediate cable guide inspection

Before each use, inspect the guide, its attachment to the cable and the condition of the non-metallic contact area. Check for corrosion, cracks, deformation or loose fasteners. Any damaged component must be removed from service. Any system that has arrested a fall must undergo a formal inspection by a competent person other than the user, at least once a year, per 3M manufacturer instructions and applicable provincial regulations. See our services to learn more.

Maintenance of the galvanized or stainless steel cable guide

Clean the guide with water and mild soap, then air dry. Stainless steel resists corrosion better, but clean, dry storage extends the life of the equipment, especially for the galvanized version. Do not modify the guide. Follow the 3M user manual instructions for maintenance frequency and method.

FAQ about the Lad-Saf intermediate cable guide

What is the difference between galvanized and stainless?

Both guides are identical in shape and function. The galvanized version (6100400) suits common installations; the stainless version (6100457) resists corrosion better in marine, chemical or coastal environments.

How many guides are needed?

About one intermediate cable guide is recommended every 30 ft (9 m) of cable. The exact number depends on the ladder height and system configuration.

Does the guide arrest a fall on its own?

No. The guide keeps the cable aligned. The Lad-Saf system only arrests a fall when used with a compliant safety harness and a removable X3 or X2 sleeve.

How many workers can the system accommodate?

The complete Lad-Saf system can accommodate up to 4 workers at a time, with a capacity of 310 lb (141 kg) per user.

Which standards does this cable guide comply with?

It is designed to meet ANSI A14.3-1992, OSHA 1910.27 and FAA RR-S-001301, and ANSI Z359.16 when the system is used with a Lad-Saf X2 or X3 removable sleeve.

Complementary fall protection equipment suggestions

The structure inspector climbs fixed ladders on water towers and masts, exposed to wind and open drops. A wrong move or unsuitable equipment is enough to turn a routine climb into a serious fall. On this type of job site, he wears his full personal protective equipment: a Class L sternal-D-ring safety harness (FPH111307XCALP) that keeps him facing the ladder, cut-resistant gloves (GS13KFNT), safety glasses (YA12E93101DX), a protective helmet (TA14LR) held by its chin strap (TA80CS), a high-visibility garment (V139FRO) and hearing protection, earplugs (OA101).

To build the complete vertical fall arrest system, pair this product with the other components of the Lad-Saf range: the Lad-Saf X3 sleeve (FPA5000338); a flexible lifeline counterweight (FPA5901583); the Lad-Saf system (FPA6100219); a stainless-steel pole cable guide bracket (FPA6100136); the system instructions and label plate (FPA6100252); an intermediate galvanized pole cable guide (FPA6100430); and an end-of-line cable guide. Also plan a RollGliss R550 rescue and descent device (FPLR5503325) for controlled descent, and mark off the area at the base of the structure with a DANGER barricade tape (ECT3RE9).

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