MAXTRAX Recovery System
The Engineered Weak Link.
The Fuse Shackle is designed to be the expected failure point if the MAXTRAX Recovery System is overloaded, helping create a more predictable recovery-system hierarchy.
15,432 lb MBS7,000 kg minimum breaking strength.
120 gLightweight soft-shackle construction.
550 mmCompact recovery component.
Use as DirectedA required component in the MAXTRAX Recovery System.
Why the Fuse Matters
Recovery systems are stronger when the load path is intentional. MAXTRAX designed the Fuse Shackle to be the controlled weak link in its own recovery system rather than leaving the failure point to chance.
Core Shackle → Kinetic Rope → Rope Dampener →
MAXTRAX at Cap-it
Part of Cap-it's complete MAXTRAX range in Canada, including recovery boards, ropes, shackles, mounts and recovery-system hardware.
Manufacturer Details & Safety Guidance
The MAXTRAX FUSE SHACKLE has been designed and tested as part of the MAXTRAX RECOVERY SYSTEM. The MAXTRAX RECOVERY SYSTEM is comprised solely of MAXTRAX products and has not been tested with any third party branded products. Critically, if the MAXTRAX RECOVERY SYSTEM is overloaded the MAXTRAX FUSE SHACKLE is designed to be the weakest link, and the expected point of failure.
Accordingly, YOU MUST USE a MAXTRAX FUSE SHACKLE in the MAXTRAX RECOVERY SYSTEM during any vehicle recovery. Only use rated recovery points when connecting the MAXTRAX FUSE SHACKLE or MAXTRAX CORE SHACKLE to a vehicle. Before using the MAXTRAX FUSE SHACKLE for a vehicle recovery, ensure that any person involved reads and understands ALL THE INFORMATION ON THIS packaging, and on any warning labels attached to the MAXTRAX FUSE SHACKLE.
- Visually inspect the MAXTRAX FUSE SHACKLE to ensure it is undamaged and in a safe and usable condition.
- Prepare the MAXTRAX FUSE SHACKLE by loosening and opening the loop sufficiently to allow it to slide over the knot.
- Slide the loop over the knot.
- Feed the loop of the MAXTRAX FUSE SHACKLE through the MAXTRAX HITCH, MAXTRAX KINETIC ROPE, MAXTRAX STATIC ROPE, MAXTRAX WINCH ROPE or the vehicle’s rated recovery point.
- Slide the loop back over the knot or push the knot through the loop and pull both sides of the MAXTRAX FUSE SHACKLE to tighten the loop, positioning the knot so that the loop pulls at 90 Degrees next to the knot.
- Place the MAXTRAX RECOVERY DAMPENER over the MAXTRAX KINETIC ROPE or MAXTRAX WINCH ROPE and attach to loop or Shackle.
- Using MAXTRAX 4WD RECOVERY TRACKS to provide a ramp will greatly reduce the forces and loads on all equipment during the recovery.
- Clear the area of bystanders and spectators.
- Commence the recovery by GENTLY taking up the slack in the system.
- If the recovery is initially unsuccessful, try again with SLIGHTLY more momentum.
Materials:
Ultra-High-Molecular-Weight Polyethylene and Polyester
Weight: 120g
Length: 550mm
MBS: 7000 kg/15432 lb