{"product_id":"gear-keeper-rt3-4548-lc","title":"RT3-4548-LC SEEK TIC Retractor for Thermal Imaging Cameras","description":"\u003cp\u003eDuring deployment, a thermal imaging camera (TIC) must be securely fastened but remain accessible within a fraction of a second. The \u003cstrong\u003eGear Keeper RT3-4548-LC SEEK TIC retractor\u003c\/strong\u003e has been specifically developed for securing and immediately using a thermal imaging camera (TIC). This robust, heat-resistant retractor is ideally suited for firefighters and rescue services, where material reliability is essential.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe RT3-4548-LC combines a strong, stainless steel cable with a nylon coating, all housed in a durable, robust casing, and a large aluminum twist lock carabiner. This allows you to securely attach your SEEK TIC thermal imaging camera to your equipment, while the camera can be directly extended with one hand.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDeveloped for intensive use with thermal imaging cameras\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith conventional retractors, the point where the cable exits the housing can be susceptible to wear. Gear Keeper has therefore equipped the RT3-4548-LC with a clever pivot ball construction. This gives the cable a range of motion of approximately 80 degrees without the cable constantly having to bend, kink, or chafe at the exit point.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdditionally, the barrel swivel at the attachment point ensures that rotating movements of the thermal imaging camera are not directly transferred to the cable. This reduces cable twisting and material fatigue. This is an important advantage during operational use, where a TIC is constantly grabbed, rotated, and released.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey features:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eFor fire and rescue services: developed for securing and quickly deploying a thermal imaging camera.\u003cbr\u003e\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eTwist Lock carabiner: large aluminum carabiner for a secure, compact attachment to equipment.\u003cbr\u003e\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003ePivot ball and barrel swivel: reduce wear, cable kinks, twisting, and material fatigue.\u003cbr\u003e\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eRobust cable: stainless steel cable with nylon coating, an extended length of approx. 40.6–55.9 cm, and a specified breaking strength of approx. 27.2–36.3 kg.\u003cbr\u003e\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eHigh Temp version: impact-resistant, heat-resistant construction for demanding applications, including structural firefighting and technical rescue.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuick at hand, automatically back in place\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDuring a deployment, you don't want to search for your thermal imaging camera or work with a dangling safety line. With this heat-resistant retractor, the SEEK TIC remains secured to your equipment. Pull out the camera when you need it, and the retractor automatically retracts the line afterward.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe retraction force is approximately 1,021–1,928 grams, depending on the version. This model has a retraction force of approximately 1.36 kg and a line length of 55.8 cm. This provides the retractor with sufficient freedom of movement for using the camera, while excess line does not unnecessarily hang around the equipment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis makes the RT3-4548-LC suitable for situations where a thermal imaging camera needs to be used regularly and quickly, for example, when locating hotspots, orienting in limited visibility, or during technical rescue operations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy Gear Keeper?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGear Keeper develops retractors for professional use where equipment must be both securely fastened and immediately accessible. This TIC retractor clearly takes into account the stresses that arise from repeatedly pulling out, rotating, and retracting a thermal imaging camera.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is precisely the combination of the pivot ball, barrel swivel, coated stainless steel cable, heat-resistant housing, and sturdy aluminum carabiner that makes this Gear Keeper a reliable solution for professionals who use their equipment intensively.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you prefer a version where the camera is magnetically attached to the bottom of the retractor, also check out the Gear Keeper RT3MK-4536-LC with magnetic attachment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChoose a professional attachment for your SEEK TIC. Order the Gear Keeper RT3-4548-LC and keep your thermal imaging camera safely secured and immediately within reach.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gear Keeper","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":59078107332933,"sku":"RT3-4548-LC","price":102.85,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0960\/5270\/7653\/files\/Gearkeeper-RT3-4548-LC-SEEK-retractor-met-twist-lock-karabijnhaak.jpg?v=1788346212","url":"https:\/\/www.gearkeepershop.com\/en\/products\/gear-keeper-rt3-4548-lc","provider":"GearKeeperShop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}