Tech Pick of the Week - Episode 2: Petzl I'D Tech Trick

In this week's Tech Pick of the Week, we focus on a tech trick of the trade. The Petzl I'D is a self-braking descender with anti-panic function.
This tech tip helps to demonstrate how to bypass the panic mode on the Petzl I'D by turning/rotating the I'D at an angle to allow the rope to bypass or defeat the cam. This technique is very helpful when you are making a horizontal progression and need to allow the rope to bypass the cam.
This tech trick is not endorsed by Petzl nor is it in the guidebook that comes with these products. Please remember to use this only with light loads or low angle progressions. Please call our gear techs for any questions at 888.600.9116. Happy Rigging!
This trick can be used with:
- The Petzl Rig
- The Petzl I'D Small
- The Petzl I'D Large
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[@RopeLab]

Nice work guys! This is an awesome tip - especially if belaying from above when lowering on another line. In the event of a main line failure, the ID is pulled out of the belayer's hand and this provides one of the most effective belays.

[@Lfdmedic22]

Great tip. We just went out and practiced this tip and wow, life belaying with the ID just got simpler!!!

[@jamessteele6216]

Mat Leonard the id has a button on the handle for low pitch rappel

[@mattjosephleonard]

I routinely find the anti-panic engaging when I don't want it to (on lower-outs, rappels etc), despite having many hours on the ID. I personally just prefer the RIG. I don't feel the anti-panic additional measure of safety is worth the trade-off of accidental lock-ups, and feel that the control, redundancy, and safety of the RIG is plenty.

[@RescueResponseGear]

Matt Leonard: The RIG is great for experienced riggers who do not need the full sized I'D's ability to manage potential 2 person loads. It should be noted that the previous statement also keeps in line with Petzl's scope of use for the devices as well. Great comment, thanks!

[@ewp6505]

why not use the anti panic button on the handle

[@RescueResponseGear]

ewp: Older models do not feature the anti panic bypass. There is also a sweet spot with the button as well: If working with a load that is right on the fringe between being light enough to just use the button or use the handle in the standard operating style may not allow for the easiest progression. This tip allows you to bypass the cam when dealing with this potentially frustrating area on the fringe. Thanks for your comment.

[@ewp6505]

RescueResponseGear ok good answer have you tried the ferno "d4" it has a very progressive sweet spot?

[@jolllyroger1]

If it doesn't do what is supposed to do ...do not use it ..... Your asking for trouble using anything that does not function correctly .... especially if there are other systems that are simpler and work properly