9" RESCUE TOOL - Channellock

Specifications

The Channellock Model 86 rescue tool is precisely engineered for demanding emergency situations. It weighs approximately 0.91 pounds (0.41 kg) and measures 9.03 inches (229.36 mm) in overall length. The tool features a jaw length of 1.79 inches (45.47 mm) and a cutting edge of 0.72 inches (18.29 mm). Constructed from high carbon C1080 steel, it is protected by an electronic coating for enhanced rust prevention. The handle span is 3.76 inches (95.5 mm), offering a secure grip during operation. This rescue tool is proudly Made in the USA.

Key Features

• XLT™ Xtreme Leverage Technology: This innovative design requires considerably less force for cutting compared to traditional high-leverage tools, enhancing operational efficiency.
• Spring and Lock Mechanism: Facilitates easy, intuitive one-hand operation, crucial for high-stress emergency environments.
• Laser Heat-Treated Cutting Edges: The cutting edges are laser heat-treated for superior durability and prolonged life, easily cutting through hardened steel, wires, and cables.
• Multi-Purpose Jaw Design: Features an aggressive crosshatch pattern that grips various shapes tightly and includes a pipe grip for versatility.
• Integrated Spanner Wrench: Designed to tighten and loosen hose couplings up to 5 inches, providing a critical function for firefighters.
• Pry Bar Functionality: Enables rapid prying open of windows and doors to gain access or extricate individuals.
• Gas Shut-Off Slot: Includes a dedicated slot for quickly shutting off standard gas safety valves.
• Hardened Steel Punch: An integrated punch tool made of hardened steel allows for the effective shattering of safety glass.

Applications

The Channellock 86 9" Rescue Tool is an indispensable multi-tool for first responders, including firefighters, EMTs, and other rescue professionals. Its compact design allows for convenient storage in bunker pockets. This tool is widely used in:

• Vehicle Extrication: Effectively cuts battery cables and other materials encountered during motor vehicle accidents.
• Structural Rescue: Pries open windows and doors for entry and exit, and cuts wires or cables found in flexible air ducts and drop ceilings during structure fires.
• Emergency Utility Management: Shuts off gas safety valves and loosens hose couplings during various emergency incidents.
• General Emergency Situations: Offers a versatile solution for urgent tasks requiring cutting, prying, gripping, and valve manipulation.

Benefits

• Enhanced Operational Efficiency: The XLT™ Xtreme Leverage Technology significantly reduces the force required for cutting, minimizing user fatigue and speeding up critical tasks in high-stress situations.
• Rapid Response Capability: The spring and lock feature allows for quick, one-handed deployment and operation, providing immediate access to essential functions when seconds count.
• Increased Safety and Access: Combining multiple critical functions like gas shut-off, prying, and cutting into one tool improves responder safety and allows for faster access to victims or hazardous areas.
• Durability and Reliability: Built from high carbon steel with laser heat-treated cutting edges and a rust-preventative coating, the tool delivers long-lasting performance and reliability in harsh environments.
• Streamlined Equipment: By integrating the capabilities of several tools into one compact unit, the Channellock 86 reduces the amount of equipment first responders need to carry, increasing mobility and readiness.