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Hammerhead Industries
Gear Keeper Fire Mic Retractor
SKU#: AR303
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The Gear Keeper Fire Mic Retractor (Model RT2‑4022) is a high‑impact, high‑temperature retractor engineered for the demanding conditions of fire protection operations. Designed to securely retain fire microphones and handheld radios, it helps prevent drops, loss, and interference while maintaining ease of use during active response.
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The Gear Keeper is a rugged, retractable gear attachment system, designed to utilize and protect gear in severe environments with maximum break strength and durability. Allows Mic to be securely extended for talking/listening, without the Mic being dislodged/dropped or the need to re-clip after use. Fully extends to 20" and retracts safely back into place.
Features
- High‑Impact / High‑Temperature Rated: Built to withstand the rigors of fireground and emergency environments
- Quick Connect II End Fitting: Allows fast attachment and removal of microphones or accessories
- Pivot Ball Connection: Provides flexible movement and reduced strain during use
- Heavy‑Duty Retraction System: Keeps equipment secure while allowing smooth extension
- Durable Line Construction: Spectra®/nylon line offers strength and resistance to wear
- Compact Design: Maintains accessibility without adding bulk
What Is It?
The Gear Keeper Fire Mic Retractor is a personal equipment retention device designed to secure fire microphones and similar communication accessories. It keeps critical gear tethered to the user while allowing full reach when needed.
How Is It Used?
The retractor is mounted to turnout gear, radio straps, or duty belts. The microphone attaches to the Quick Connect II end, allowing it to extend during communication and automatically retract when released, keeping the device close and secure.
Who Uses It?
- Firefighters
- Wildland fire crews
- Technical rescue teams
- Emergency response personnel requiring secure radio microphone management
Applications
- Fire protection operations
- Structural firefighting
- Wildland firefighting
- Technical rescue and emergency response
Performance & Design
The RT2‑4022 is designed for demanding environments where equipment security is critical. Its retraction force and break strength balance secure retention with ease of extension, helping reduce accidental drops without restricting movement.
Material
- High‑strength housing (material not specified)
- Spectra® / nylon retraction line
Maintenance Information
Inspect the retractor and line regularly for wear, damage, or contamination. Replace if the line shows signs of fraying or if retraction performance is compromised.
What Is It Used With?
- Fire radio microphones
- Communication accessories requiring secure retention
- Use Rating: High‑impact / high‑temperature retractor for fire protection
- End Type: Quick Connect II with pivot ball
- Break Rating: 40 lbs
- Extended Length: 20 inches
- Line Type: Spectra® / nylon
- Retraction Force: Spectra® / nylon
- Model Number: RT2‑4022