Self-retracting ratchet straps: what they are and how they work
One concept, several search terms. These expressions describe tie-down straps with an integrated mechanism that keeps unused webbing contained and retracts it when the system is released.
What is a self-retracting ratchet strap?
It is a ratchet tie-down with an integrated retraction mechanism. While the load is tensioned, unused webbing stays contained. When the system is released, the webbing retracts without having to be wound by hand.
What is an automatic-retracting ratchet strap?
It is another common way to describe the same product concept: a ratchet strap that combines manual tensioning with integrated automatic retraction of unused webbing.
What does “retractable ratchet strap” mean?
It refers to a ratchet strap whose webbing retracts into its own mechanism after use. It is one of the most common search terms for this product category.
What is a retractable tie-down strap?
This is a broader term for tie-down straps with an integrated retraction mechanism. In STRAPTOR, Falcon 700 is the ratchet range for motorbikes, trailers, roof racks, vans and light cargo.
What is the STRAPTOR System?
STRAPTOR is a range of tie-down systems with automatic retraction. It includes self-retracting ratchet straps and other integrated-retraction solutions for motorbikes and cargo, luggage, bikes and boating.
How is it different from a conventional strap?
With a conventional strap, excess webbing remains outside and has to be gathered, secured and wound after use. With the STRAPTOR System, unused webbing stays contained in the mechanism and is much quicker to put away.
Which STRAPTOR model is designed for each use?
Falcon 700: self-retracting ratchet straps for motorbikes, quads, trailers, roof racks, vans and cargo.
Kestrel 600: compact cam-buckle strap with automatic retraction for bikes, luggage, camping and light loads.
Osprey 1200: automatic-retracting marine transom tie-down for boats transported on trailers.