The R&B Air Cylinder CYLI-STRAP (MPN: CYL-1) is specifically engineered for first responders who need to transport two compressed air cylinders simultaneously in vertical environments. Unlike rope, the 1½" nylon webbing with 2,500 lb. tensile strength loops directly over each cylinder valve, creating a secure slip-knot design that prevents shifting during climbs or hoisting. The hands-free carrying system allows firefighters to maintain three points of contact on ladders or stairs while transporting bottles to upper floors, trenches, or confined spaces—something impossible with traditional rope methods that require constant grip adjustment.

Absolutely. The R&B CYLI-STRAP is designed for both hoisting and lowering applications in challenging terrain. The sewn slip-knot loops on each end allow you to attach a rope for controlled descent into trenches, tunnels, ravines, or underground areas. With a 2,500 lb. tensile strength rating, the strap safely handles the weight of two full SCBA cylinders (typically 20-30 lbs each) plus dynamic loads during lowering operations. The bright high-visibility color ensures your team can track the cylinders even in low-light confined space environments.

The R&B CYLI-STRAP uses a universal loop-over-valve design that works with all standard SCBA cylinder valve configurations, including Scott, MSA, Draeger, and Survivair models. The sewn loops on each end of the 1½" nylon webbing create a slip-knot that tightens around the valve neck when weight is applied, providing a secure grip regardless of cylinder diameter (30-minute, 45-minute, or 60-minute bottles). This eliminates the need for brand-specific carrying accessories and ensures compatibility across your entire fleet of air cylinders.

In wildland firefighting, crews often traverse steep terrain, ravines, and unstable ground where air cylinders must be transported long distances from apparatus to the fire line. The R&B CYLI-STRAP's 2,500 lb. tensile strength provides a 100:1 safety margin when carrying two 25 lb. cylinders, accounting for dynamic shock loads from stumbling, climbing, or sudden movements on uneven terrain. The heavy-duty nylon webbing resists abrasion from brush, rocks, and debris, while the hands-free design allows wildland firefighters to use trekking poles or maintain balance during long hikes—critical for preventing heat exhaustion when carrying extra air supply.

Yes. The CYLI-STRAP integrates seamlessly with rope rescue rigging for vertical cylinder transport in technical rescue scenarios. The sewn loops accept standard carabiners, allowing you to attach the strap to haul systems, mechanical advantage setups, or belay lines. At just 3 oz., the strap adds negligible weight to your rope rescue cache while providing a dedicated cylinder transport solution that keeps bottles secure during raising or lowering operations in high-angle environments, building collapses, or cliff rescues where SCBA air supply must reach teams working at elevation.