ASAP and ASAP LOCK compatibility with ASAP’SORBERs explained
With the release of the 2026 range of ASAP devices, questions have been raised as to the compatibility between generations of devices. ASAP and ASAP LOCK are generally used with an ASAP’SORBER energy absorber. Each generation of ASAP or ASAP LOCK is compatible and certified with the same generation of ASAP’SORBER. Tests were conducted by Petzl to validate certain compatibility across generations. We have provided resources below to assist.
For more information on the compatibility, please refer to the following TechTip issued by Petzl. https://www.petzl.com/INT/en/Professional/ASAP-and-ASAP-LOCK-Generations---Compatibility-with-ASAP-SORBERs?ActivityName=Rope-access-and-confined-space
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Differentiating between ASAP models
Current ASAP model: |
Previous ASAP |
generations: |
| ASAP 2026 | ASAP 2014 | ASAP models made before 2014 |
| ASAP 2026 Notice | ASAP 2014 (CE) Notice | ASAP models made before 2014 Notice |
| PPE Instructions for Use can change over time. Check Petzl.com for the latest version of the Instructions for Use: https://www.petzl.com/en/Professional/Mobile-fall-arresters | ASAP 2014 (ANSI) Notice | ⚠️ Download the latest version of the Instructions for Use for each generation. |
Differentiating between ASAP LOCK models
Current ASAP LOCK model: |
Previous ASAP LOCK generations: |
| ASAP LOCK 2026 | ASAP LOCK 2014 |
| ASAP LOCK 2026 Notice | ASAP LOCK 2014 (CE) Notice |
| PPE Instructions for Use can change over time. Check Petzl.com for the latest version of the Instructions for Use: | ASAP LOCK 2014 (ANSI) Notice |
| https://www.petzl.com/en/Professional/Mobile-fall-arresters | ⚠️Download the latest version of the Instructions for Use for each generation. |
Differentiating between ASAP’SORBER models
Current ASAP’SORBER model: |
Previous ASAP’SORBER |
generations: |
| ASAP’SORBER 2026 | ASAP’SORBER 2014 | ASAP’SORBER models made before 2014 |
| ASAP'SORBER 2026 Notice | ASAP’SORBER 2014 (CE) Notice | All ASAP’SORBERs made before 2014 have exceeded their lifespan. We no longer recommend downloading their Instructions for Use. |
| PPE Instructions for Use can change over time. Check Petzl.com for the latest version of the Instructions for Use: | ASAP’SORBER 2014 (ANSI) Notice | |
| https://www.petzl.com/en/Professional/Mobile-fall-arresters | Download the latest version of the Instructions for Use for each generation. |
Compatibility across generations
Legend
Combination tested and certified by an independent notified body in accordance with the applicable standard(s). By definition, this combination can only include the devices and the ASAP’SORBERs of the same generation.
Combination tested and approved by an internal laboratory and/or an independent notified body in accordance with relevant tests and applicable standards, but cannot be fully certified due to the inability to update the markings and instructions for use of devices that are no longer manufactured.
Combination not tested and not approved.
All ASAP’SORBERs made before 2014 have exceeded their lifespan. Therefore, they do not appear in the following tables.
Compatibility between ASAP/ASAP LOCK and different generations of ASAP’SORBER
The following table is valid for rope access use (EN 12841 for example) and for fall-arrest (EN 353-2 or ANSI Z359.15 for example).
Always comply with the weight limit indicated in the Instructions for Use or in the markings on your ASAP’SORBER.
Specific case of ropes used in an EN 353-2 system
** The regulatory framework of the 2014 ASAP has been updated multiple times between 2024 and 2026, notably, the PARALLEL and AXIS were included in the EN 353-2 certification until 2019.
The above table shows the last certification status at the time production of this generation of ASAPs ended.
