Petzl Micro Traxion Pulley High-efficiency Progress Capture Pulley

The cam can be locked in the open position so the device can be used as a simple pulley.

Petzl’s Micro Traxion is a compact, lightweight, efficient, self-jamming pulley with three distinct modes of operation pulley, progress capture pulley, ascender making it the ideal companion for extended vertical adventures. Use it for hauling light loads, self-belay, ascending rope, and self-rescue. The aluminum sheave is mounted on a self-lubricating bearing. A trigger cam with teeth and a cleaning slot works even on dirty or icy ropes.

$144.95
SKU: PT-P53
Category: Pulleys

Description

Compact Power in Your Pocket

The Petzl Micro Traxion Pulley is a lightweight and ultra-efficient tool for hauling, self-rescue, crevasse escape, and ascending fixed ropes. This progress capture pulley is trusted by professionals in alpine climbing, caving, mountaineering, and rope access thanks to its compact size and reliable performance.

Efficiency Meets Versatility

Need to haul gear or escape a crevasse with minimal effort? The Micro Traxion boasts a sealed ball bearing system that delivers a remarkable 91% efficiency, while the integrated toothed cam offers dependable progress capture. The cam automatically engages when the load is weighted but can also be locked open for use as a standard pulley.

Ready for Real-World Conditions

Weighing just 85g, this powerhouse of a pulley fits easily into any gear kit. It works seamlessly with ropes between 8–11 mm and performs reliably in wet or frozen conditions thanks to its stainless steel cam with cleaning slot, ensuring consistent grip on dirty or icy ropes.

Key Features:

  • Compact progress capture pulley with locking cam

  • Efficiency: 91% with sealed ball bearings

  • Cam can be locked open for standard pulley use

  • Compatible rope diameter: 8–11 mm

  • Rated to a breaking strength of 15 kN

  • CE EN 567, CE EN 12278, UIAA certified

  • Ideal for rescue, hauling, and rope climbing

Why choose the Petzl Micro Traxion?

Are you prepared for sudden situations in the field? Do you need a compact pulley that doesn’t sacrifice strength? Whether for a lightweight alpine kit or technical rescue system, the Petzl Micro Traxion Pulley is a reliable and efficient solution that won’t let you down.

  • Efficient and compact
  • Aluminum sheave mounted on self-lubricating bearing
  • Trigger cam with teeth and cleaning slot
  • Cam can be locked in the open position so the device can be used as a simple pulley
  • Can also be used to ascend a rope
  • For use on ropes between 8 mm and 13 mm in diameter

Additional information

Weight 0.7 lbs
Dimensions 5 × 5 × 1.75 in
Weight (lbs)

0.2

Material

Aluminum

Working Load

2 x 2.5 = 5 kN

Rope Diameter

Min: 8 mm Max: 11 mm

Breaking Strength as Progress Capture

4 kN

Meets Exceeds

CE EN 567, UIAA

Manufacturer NAV

Petzl