Z3-FIRE - Drill Powered Pulley
Not sure if it's for you? Try it! Don't like it? We'll send you a shipping label and you can return it within 30 days of receiving it. *One unit per customer
The Awah Z3-FIRE is designed for safe and efficient lifting and lowering of gear and people. Powered by a hand drill, it offers powered ascent and lever controlled descent, making it ideal for dynamic work environments. The Z3 features an integrated dual self-locking mechanism that automatically engages in case of gearbox failure, preventing accidental falls and ensuring operational safety.
What Rope Works Best?
The Z3 is rated for EN 1891 9.5-11mm ropes, but in real-world use, here’s what we’ve found with 100-200lb loads:
- Works with stiff 9mm ropes
- Works great with 10mm ropes
- Works with supple 11mm ropes
- Does NOT work well with stiff 11mm ropes
We’ve developed a 11 mm wheel that handles all types of 11mm ropes better than the 10 mm (OEM) wheel. Awah mass produced our design.
Rope Recommendations
10 mm (OEM) Wheel
- Arete Task Line Static 10.5mm
- Sterling HTP 3/8" (9.5mm)
- Edelrid Performance Static 10mm
- Sterling Safety Pro 11mm
11mm Wheel*
- Sterling HTP 3/8" (9.5mm)
- Sterling Safety Pro 11mm
- Edelrid Enduro Static 11mm
- Sterling HTP 7/16" (11mm)
-
PMI 11mm Pit Rope
*The inside surface of the 11 mm wheels is intentionally textured to provide extra grip on the rope. During the initial break-in period, this texture may cause slightly higher rope wear. Once the surface smooths to its baseline, rope wear will return to normal levels.
See bottom of page for test results.
Z3-Fire vs Z2A
Lowering Control:
- Z3 uses a handle to gradually move the rope away from the pinch point for smooth lowering
- Z2A requires wrapping the rope around friction arms and fully releasing the gears
Gear Ratio:
- Same on both devices
Ease of Opening/loading rope:
- Z3/Z2A can be opened and the rope loaded while the device is clipped to the user or anchor
- Z2R must be unclipped to load the rope
Swivel:
- Z3-FIRE comes with an integrated swivel which allows ease of device orientation with respect to user or anchor
- Z2R has no swivel
- Z2A has swivel
Certifications:
- Z3 is in the process of getting PPE, ANSI, and NFPA certifications
- Z2R/Z2A have no certifications
Availability:
- Z3 is not replacing the Z2A. We stock and support both.
Wear Components
The wheel is a wear part which we worked with Awah to make easily replaceable using a 4mm allen wrench (included) and two flat head screwdrivers to evenly pry it up. Wear is expected and replacement wheels are available for purchase. Wheel lifespan is dependent on rope type, environment, and loading characteristics. Working with clean ropes is the best way to extend the longevity of your wheel, find 10mm and 11mm replacement wheels here
Other wear components include the rope edge rollers and bearings, which require the device to be returned to HowNOT2 for service. We are investing in the machinery to service these for our customers. We are currently the ONLY distributor and retailer for the USA. We are the distributor for Australia and Canada and have partners there. If you do NOT purchase these from an authorized dealer, we will NOT service them.
Refurbished Units
Refurbished units have some sort of cosmetic defect or wear. Pictures shown are of the actual unit. Mechanical function remains like new. Refurbished units are not eligible for the 30 day buy it and try it program.
1 Year Limited Warranty
Official Warranty: This product is a consumable. The manufacturer provides a ONE YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY for defects in the materials and production process of the product. The warranty does NOT cover damage to the product caused by wear, incorrect operation, self-modification or repair, deformation, corrosion, oxidation, improper storage and transportation, and other usage than for which it was designed. Do NOT use an impact drill. The damage caused by this is not covered by the warranty.
NOTES:
Anodization colors may change between batches.
Check our AWAH dealer certification on their site.
What to buy the Z3 in Mexico check out our partner Rope Access Sonora
See the User Manual
Test Results:
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Shipping & Returns
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Description
Not sure if it's for you? Try it! Don't like it? We'll send you a shipping label and you can return it within 30 days of receiving it. *One unit per customer
The Awah Z3-FIRE is designed for safe and efficient lifting and lowering of gear and people. Powered by a hand drill, it offers powered ascent and lever controlled descent, making it ideal for dynamic work environments. The Z3 features an integrated dual self-locking mechanism that automatically engages in case of gearbox failure, preventing accidental falls and ensuring operational safety.
What Rope Works Best?
The Z3 is rated for EN 1891 9.5-11mm ropes, but in real-world use, here’s what we’ve found with 100-200lb loads:
- Works with stiff 9mm ropes
- Works great with 10mm ropes
- Works with supple 11mm ropes
- Does NOT work well with stiff 11mm ropes
We’ve developed a 11 mm wheel that handles all types of 11mm ropes better than the 10 mm (OEM) wheel. Awah mass produced our design.
Rope Recommendations
10 mm (OEM) Wheel
- Arete Task Line Static 10.5mm
- Sterling HTP 3/8" (9.5mm)
- Edelrid Performance Static 10mm
- Sterling Safety Pro 11mm
11mm Wheel*
- Sterling HTP 3/8" (9.5mm)
- Sterling Safety Pro 11mm
- Edelrid Enduro Static 11mm
- Sterling HTP 7/16" (11mm)
-
PMI 11mm Pit Rope
*The inside surface of the 11 mm wheels is intentionally textured to provide extra grip on the rope. During the initial break-in period, this texture may cause slightly higher rope wear. Once the surface smooths to its baseline, rope wear will return to normal levels.
See bottom of page for test results.
Z3-Fire vs Z2A
Lowering Control:
- Z3 uses a handle to gradually move the rope away from the pinch point for smooth lowering
- Z2A requires wrapping the rope around friction arms and fully releasing the gears
Gear Ratio:
- Same on both devices
Ease of Opening/loading rope:
- Z3/Z2A can be opened and the rope loaded while the device is clipped to the user or anchor
- Z2R must be unclipped to load the rope
Swivel:
- Z3-FIRE comes with an integrated swivel which allows ease of device orientation with respect to user or anchor
- Z2R has no swivel
- Z2A has swivel
Certifications:
- Z3 is in the process of getting PPE, ANSI, and NFPA certifications
- Z2R/Z2A have no certifications
Availability:
- Z3 is not replacing the Z2A. We stock and support both.
Wear Components
The wheel is a wear part which we worked with Awah to make easily replaceable using a 4mm allen wrench (included) and two flat head screwdrivers to evenly pry it up. Wear is expected and replacement wheels are available for purchase. Wheel lifespan is dependent on rope type, environment, and loading characteristics. Working with clean ropes is the best way to extend the longevity of your wheel, find 10mm and 11mm replacement wheels here
Other wear components include the rope edge rollers and bearings, which require the device to be returned to HowNOT2 for service. We are investing in the machinery to service these for our customers. We are currently the ONLY distributor and retailer for the USA. We are the distributor for Australia and Canada and have partners there. If you do NOT purchase these from an authorized dealer, we will NOT service them.
Refurbished Units
Refurbished units have some sort of cosmetic defect or wear. Pictures shown are of the actual unit. Mechanical function remains like new. Refurbished units are not eligible for the 30 day buy it and try it program.
1 Year Limited Warranty
Official Warranty: This product is a consumable. The manufacturer provides a ONE YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY for defects in the materials and production process of the product. The warranty does NOT cover damage to the product caused by wear, incorrect operation, self-modification or repair, deformation, corrosion, oxidation, improper storage and transportation, and other usage than for which it was designed. Do NOT use an impact drill. The damage caused by this is not covered by the warranty.
NOTES:
Anodization colors may change between batches.
Check our AWAH dealer certification on their site.
What to buy the Z3 in Mexico check out our partner Rope Access Sonora
See the User Manual
