Petzl Stop Descender Rappel Device

EN 341 Class A
Originally designed for single rope descents in caving, the Stop has become a standard tool for the rope access worker. The Stop is designed to automatically "stop" the descent when the red handle is not depressed. To descend, push the handle to release the brake and control the descent with your brake hand. A safety catch allows the rope to be rigged without disconnecting the Stop from your harness. For use on single ropes from 9 to 12 mm.
Weight: 11.5 oz (326g)

REVIEWS:

The design of the Petzl Stop is perhaps the best in the group. The body of the Stop opens such that the device can be placed on the rope without disconnecting it from your main carabiner. It is a very smooth rappel and the Auto-Lock feature is not only very safe, but also very convenient when you need to lock off. There are no knots to fumble with, just release the lever and you're set. The cam over which the rope passes can be replaced once it becomes worn at a very reasonable cost. One of the advantages of the Stop over other devices is that is doesn't induce a coil in the rope, which results in longer rope life and helps prevent the rope from tangling when it is thrown off a drop. An added benefit of the stop is that the Auto-Lock feature allows the descender to be used as an ascender should the need arise. At just over 325 grams you hardly notice the stop in you pack or on your belt. The price tag is higher than most other devices in the group at $67.00, but the functionality warrants the cost. The Stop will handle 9-11 mm rope, smaller rope diameters will work, but the Auto-Lock feature is no longer active.

I liked the stop descender it has pretty kewl features it has a stop latch and can hook onto a biner or snap onto a rope with ease. functionality of this piece of equipment seems flawless and i liked the lil diagram stamped into the side plate. always good to have a quick reference! as far as flaws there where a few things a didn't like. first i couldn't draw rope through the devise in reverse even after releasing all tension. the second is a fatal flaw if used with a biner and for some reason you must make an assent other biners attached to the harness can contact the locking devise creating a potentially dangerous situation. best bet always test your rig and work out bugs at low altitudes.