Accessory chord, applications and misapplications
Use (or misuse) of accessory chord:
Abseiling
Pure static fabrics with a break load below 15kN must not be used for abseiling.
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Glacier travel
Manufacturers instructions say that it can be used single or double. Considerations should be given to shock load of any fall (may be increased in firm conditions).
Crevasse rescue
Most accessory chords state the breaking strain when using rope clamps or progress capture devices to be 4kN