Sterling SearchLite 7.5 mm Search Rope – NFPA Technical Use

Originally developed for the Fire Department of the City of New York (FDNY), the Sterling SearchLite is a purpose-built 7.5 mm search rope engineered for firefighter search operations in dark, smoke-filled, and low-visibility environments. Reflective fibers woven into the sheath enhance visibility when illuminated, helping firefighters locate, identify, and follow the search line during operations. The blended nylon and Technora® core enhance strength and heat resistance while reducing the risk of failure from melting. Lightweight and easy to deploy, SearchLite is available as rope only or in configured versions with sewn hardware and a deployment bag. 

Features

• Developed for FDNY search operations
• Reflective sheath fibers improve low-light visibility
• Nylon and Technora® blended core enhances strength
• Heat-resistant fibers help maintain rope integrity
• Compact and lightweight for efficient deployment
• Suitable for large-area and structural search operations
• Available in rope-only and configured options
• Made in the USA

Specifications

• Diameter: 7.5 mm
• Construction: Kernmantle
• Core Material: Nylon and Technora®
• Sheath Material: Nylon with reflective fibers
• Minimum Breaking Strength: 13.4 kN (3,012 lb)
• Elongation at 300 lb: 2.4%
• Weight: 2.2 lb per 100 ft
• Available Lengths: 50, 100, 200, 220, and 600 ft (15.5, 30, 61, 67, and 183 m)
• Manufacturer SKU: SCHL
• Country of Origin: USA

Available Configurations

• SearchLite rope only
• Sewn-eye configuration with double-action snap and swivel
• Sewn-eye configuration with hardware and deployment bag

Recommended Applications

• Firefighter search operations
• Large-area searches
• Low-visibility navigation
• Team orientation and directional guidance
• Structural fire search systems

Use only in accordance with applicable fire-service procedures, training, and manufacturer instructions.