3M Rollgliss R550 Rescue and Descent Device with Hoist

3M Rollgliss R550 Rescue & Descent Device with Hoist

In the drop-down menu, select the rope length that best suits your site (50, 100, 150, 200, 275, 300, 325, 350, 400, 450, or 500 feet) to ensure the Rollgliss R550 is properly adjusted for the work height.

3M part numbers:  3327050, 3327100, 3327150, 3327200, 3327250, 3327275, 3327300, 3327325, 3327350, 3327400, 3327450 and 3327500.

Move from plan to action in under a minute: snap the R550 onto the ladder, raise the victim with the rescue wheel, then lower them at an automatically regulated speed. This fully loaded version stays mission-ready thanks to its weatherproof case and built-in descent log.

“Descent + Emergency Hoist” version. The device ensures user-controlled descent with automatic speed regulation between 0.6 and 0.9 m/s for a single worker and between 0.6 and 1.2 m/s for two workers. The R550 unit includes a hand crank for hoisting the victim and comes standard with a 1.2-meter anchor strap, two carabiners, and a carrying bag, a sealed humidity case available as an option (ref. 9508289). The Kernmantle rope is included; the snap-on ladder bracket (ref. 3320014) is available separately.

For the “descent only” configuration without a hoisting function, see product FPLR5503325

Safety and vertical control Rollgliss R550

• Descent speed regulated between 0.6 and 1.2 m/s by a centrifugal brake.
• The integrated rescue wheel lets you lift the casualty just enough to release their original fall arrest.
• Kernmantle rope, depending on the model chosen, a dual-user capacity of up to 620 lb (282 kg).
• The Rollgliss R550 is intended solely for rescue operations and controlled descent; it must never be used as a primary fall-arrest device

Standards, compatibility, and DBI-SALA sectors

• Complies with ANSI Z359.4, CSA Z259.2.3, and OSHA fall-rescue expectations.
• Requires certified anchors ≥ 3,000 lb and works with DBI-SALA/Protecta full-body harnesses.
• Ideal for utilities, wind energy, oil & gas, construction, mining, and general industry.
• Available lengths: 50, 100, 150, 200, 275, 300, 325, 350, 400, 450, or 500 ft (models 3327-050 through 3327-500).
• Need a descent-only configuration? See FPLR5503325 (3M 3325), which omits the hoist module.

3M Rollgliss R550 technical specifics.

• Sylprotec code: FPLR550 (3M 3327)
• Lifeline supplied: depending on the model chosen, the diameter 9.5 mm (3/8 in)
• Capacity: 2 users / 620 lb
• Case dimensions: 77.5 X 31.8 X 26.7 cm (30.5 X 12.5 X 10.5 in), depending on the selection.
• Materials: aluminum housing, powder-coated steel ladder brackets, zinc-plated steel carabiners.
• Included: a rescue wheel, a 4 ft anchor strap, two carabiners, carry bag, and a sealed case with a humidity indicator available as an option (ref. 9508289)
• Key benefits: dual rescue mode (hoist + descent) in one ready-to-use kit

Professional deployment of the R550

•  Snap the bracket onto the ladder or anchor and lock the pin.
•  Clip the lifeline to the sternal or dorsal D-ring, tension the rope, and test the rescue wheel.
•  Raise the worker if required, then release the tail line to start the controlled descent.
•  After each use, rewind the rope, log the descent distance, and prep for the next evacuation.

Storage, maintenance, and ANSI/CSA inspections

• Store the unit inside its sealed case; check the humidity indicator before deployment.
• Clean the rope and hardware with a soft cloth—no harsh solvents.
• Schedule an annual competent-person inspection and remove any worn or corroded parts from service.
• Run documented drills (≈120 lb / 55 kg test load) to keep the rescue team sharp.

FAQ  Using the Rollgliss R550 with hoist

Why choose this version over a basic descender?

It combines a rescue wheel with regulated descent so crews can lift a suspended worker before lowering them safely.

Can I order other lengths?

Yes. The 3327 series is available in 50, 100, 150, 200, 275, 300, 325, 350, 400, 450, or 500 ft configurations; the suffix reflects the maximum length.

What’s the advantage of the sealed case?

The sealed case protects the rope from moisture and dust for a minimum of 10 years; the external humidity indicator lets you verify integrity without opening it.

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