H1

AWAH H1

AWAH H1 rope-retrieving pulley quickly retrieves idle or slack rope using a standard cordless drill. Single toothed sheave with a single retriever — drives one rope strand at a time. Fitted with a hex adapter (8 mm or 5/16 in) that accepts a cordless drill. Also works as a rope pulley. 25 kN MBS with a working load limit of 250 kg per strand and 500 kg as a system. Built to XF 494-2023.

Product TypeSingle Sheave + Single Retriever
Weight445 g
MBS25 kN
Working Load Limit (WLL)250 kg per strand / 500 kg system
Ropeø8–13 mm · retrieve up to 400 m
Drive8 mm or 5/16 in hex shank (cordless drill)
ModelFZL-H-Q8/13
StandardXF 494-2023

Where H1 Excels

Purpose-built for rope professionals who need to retrieve idle rope quickly between tasks.

Fast Rope Retrieval

Retrieves up to 400 m of rope at ø8–13 mm with a standard cordless drill. Recovers slack rope in seconds.

Mechanical Advantage

Doubles as a rope pulley. H1 runs a single strand; pair it with other pulleys to build progress-capture and MA systems.

Job-Site Rope Management

Reels in spare or trailing rope to keep work zones clean. Reduces snagging, tripping and rope wear.

H1 Questions

What is the H1 used for?
The H1 is a rope-retrieving pulley. Powered by a compatible cordless drill, it quickly reels in idle or slack rope — up to 400 m at ø8–13 mm — between tasks. It also functions as a standard rope pulley.
Does the H1 need a special drill?
No. Any standard cordless drill with the correct hex output works through the included 8 mm (5/16 in) hex adapter. Rotate in the direction marked on the device to retrieve rope. Reversing rotation makes the sheave slip, so the rope is not retrieved.
Can the H1 be used to support people?
Under XF 494-2023 the H series is approved for personnel support. Under EU regulations it is not PPE-certified and cannot be used to support people. In other countries, follow local regulations.
What rope can I use with the H1?
Use rope from ø8 to 13 mm. Never use wire rope, webbing (tape) or chain. The H1 retrieves up to 400 m of rope.