Arizona Vortex

THE ORIGINAL ARIZONA VORTEX

The Arizona Vortex is a fixed A-frame design artificial high directional rescue tripod with third rotating (easel type) leg. It can be used as a tripod, A-frame or gin pole. All structures, except the stainless steel tip in foot, are made from aircraft grade aluminum. All tubing is .25" (6.35 mm) wall thickness, all plate .5" (12.7 mm) thick. Wren Industries keeps on file a record of material chemical composition, and heat treatment certification, from the aluminum manufacturer. Pins for assembly are military style, positive lock. Double shear strength: 18,000 (8165 kg).   The head configuration allows for attachment of pulles with carabiners.  It does not include a head that allows direct attachment  of the pulley with a pin attachment system.  The direct attachment does not allow the pulley to rotate under the rigging head and can impart rotational torque to the head.  This torque is transmitted to the legs of the tripod and, if the load and torque is great enough, can cause flexing of the legs.

• Short tripod configuration is 48" (1220 mm) tall with 41" (1041 mm) inside working clearance.
• Regular tripod configuration is 87" (2210 mm) tall with 80" (2032 mm) inside working clearance.
• Extra Tall tripod configuration is 127" (3226 mm) tall with 120" (3048 mm) inside working clearance. Note: Extra tall tripod requires optional two lower legs.
• Total weight approximately 65 lbs.,(30 kg.) Distributed between five duffel style bags for transport.