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EVAC Systems Personal Escape Kit – Model I (Ultra-Compact 40')

Original price $160.46 - Original price $160.46
Original price
$160.46
$160.46 - $160.46
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SKU EP428
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The Epitome of Efficiency in Emergency Egress The Evac Systems Personal Escape Kit – Model I is engineered for professionals who require a reliable escape solution with absolute minimum bulk. As one of the smallest kits in its class, the Model I sacrifices nothing in terms of safety while offering a footprint of just 5.5" x 3" x 5.5". It is the ideal "last resort" system for individuals who need to carry a bailout kit discreetly or fit it into tight gear pockets without restricting movement.

Key Features

  • Ultra-Compact Profile: Measuring only 5.5" L x 3" W x 5.5" H, this kit is designed to disappear until needed, fitting easily into briefcases, glove boxes, or small turnout pockets.
  • 40-Foot Egress System: Includes 40 feet of Sterling 8mm Nylon Rope (NFPA approved), providing sufficient length for a 3-4 story descent while keeping the overall package lightweight.
  • Certified Hardware:
    • Belay Rescue 8 Descender: Facilitates a smooth, controlled friction descent, essential for safe evacuation.
    • 2x Omega Pacific Carabiners: Standard "D" Aluminum Screwgate carabiners that are NFPA compliant, ensuring secure connections.
  • Rugged Model I Bag: The EP401I Bag is tailored for quick access and rugged durability, protecting the life-safety components inside from abrasion and debris.

Why It Matters Bulk is the enemy of compliance. If a kit is too heavy or large, you won't carry it. The Model I solves this by shrinking the package to the absolute essentials. It provides the same industry-standard reliability as larger kits but in a form factor that ensures you always have it with you, whether in a high-rise office or a small boat.

How to Use

  1. Retrieve: Pull the compact bag from your pocket or storage space.
  2. Anchor: Secure the rope to a sturdy anchor point using a carabiner.
  3. Rig: Connect the Rescue 8 to your harness or belt (sold separately).
  4. Descend: Bail out and control your speed using the Rescue 8.

Technical Overview The Model I is defined by its squarish, compact shape (5.5" cube-like dimensions) and 40-foot rope length, optimizing it for space savings.

Compliance & Origin

  • Rope: NFPA Approved (Sterling 8mm)
  • Carabiners: NFPA Compliant
  • Origin: Made in USA
  • 1x Model I Bag (EP401I - Ultra Compact)
  • 1x Belay Rescue 8 Descender
  • 2x Omega Pacific "D" Screwgate Carabiners
  • 1x 40' Sterling 8mm NFPA Rope
  • The Smallest Kit You Will Actually Carry For the professional who leaves bulky kits behind. At 5.5 by 3 by 5.5 inches it disappears into a tight turnout pocket, glove box, or briefcase, so an escape system is always on hand.
  • A Discreet Last-Resort Line For the responder who wants a bailout kept out of sight. The ultra-compact bag carries a rated 40-foot escape system without looking like emergency gear.
  • Forty Feet for Three to Four Stories For the professional in a high-rise office or on a small boat. Forty feet of NFPA 8mm rope covers a three to four story descent while keeping the package light.
  • Rugged Around the Life-Safety Gear For the operator stowing it in rough places. The bag protects the rope, descender, and carabiners from abrasion and debris in a pocket or glove box.

Dimensions: 5.5" L x 3" W x 5.5" H

Rope Length: 40 Feet

Rope Diameter: 8mm

Hardware: Omega Pacific / Rescue 8

Bag Model: EP401I

📖 Official Resource
Step-by-Step Field Manual
Learn how to properly deploy and stage this equipment in a crisis.

Frequently Asked Questions

Why is the EVAC Systems Model I the smallest rappelling escape kit available?

At just 5.5"L x 3"W x 5.5"H, the EVAC Systems Personal Escape Kit – Model I is engineered for ultra-compact portability without sacrificing safety. Unlike bulkier escape systems, Model I fits discreetly in desk drawers, vehicle consoles, or small boats while still including NFPA-compliant Omega Pacific carabiners, a Belay Rescue 8 descender, and 40 feet of Sterling 8mm rope. This makes it ideal for high-rise office workers, maritime professionals, or anyone needing emergency rappelling capability in space-constrained environments.

Can the EP401I bag be purchased separately for custom rope configurations?

The EP401I Model I Bag is available separately from the full kit, allowing SAR teams and experienced climbers to configure their own escape systems. The rugged bag is designed for quick-access deployment and can accommodate custom rope lengths or specialized descenders while maintaining the compact 5.5" footprint that makes Model I unique among emergency rappelling solutions.

How does the 40-foot Sterling 8mm rope in Model I compare to standard building escape kits?

The EVAC Systems Model I includes 40 feet of NFPA-approved Sterling Nylon 8mm rope, sufficient for 3-4 story evacuations while keeping the kit ultra-lightweight. This is shorter than Model II or III kits (which handle taller buildings), but the trade-off delivers unmatched portability for offices, boats, or vehicles where space is critical. The 8mm diameter balances strength with compact storage, trusted by major fire departments nationwide for last-resort building evacuations.

What makes the Omega Pacific Standard "D" carabiners in this kit NFPA-compliant for life safety?

The two Omega Pacific Standard "D" Aluminum Screwgate Carabiners included in the EVAC Model I meet NFPA (National Fire Protection Association) standards for rescue hardware, ensuring they can handle the dynamic loads of emergency rappelling. The screwgate locking mechanism prevents accidental gate opening during descent, a critical safety feature when evacuating from buildings. These aren't recreational carabiners; they're the same spec used by fire rescue professionals in life-threatening scenarios.

Is the EVAC Systems Model I suitable for maritime emergency evacuations from small vessels?

Absolutely. The Model I's 5.5" x 3" x 5.5" dimensions make it one of the few building escape kits compact enough for boat storage lockers, yet it provides a complete rappelling system for abandoning ship or descending from elevated platforms. The Belay Rescue 8 descender and 40-foot rope length work equally well for maritime scenarios as they do for high-rise offices, and the EP401I bag's rugged construction withstands marine environments better than generic rope bags.

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