Rigger hand tools, parachute tools, rigging tools
11-1-176-1
The 11-1-176-1 link separator tools have been the go to for rigging shops, rigger kits, and rigging tools for decades to separate L bar and U bar parachute connecting links such as PS22002-1
This tool works. BUT, it's expensive ($400-$1,200 dollars) meaning it's hard to own multiple, it only works on a table top or flap surface, it doesn't allow disconnecting of links in tight spaces, it's not easy to transport or pack into a portable rigging kit (2 lbs), and it's bound by MIL-SPEC MIL-DTL-43243.
Check out 82 Innovation's tools that do the same function plus more.
Contact if you are looking for 11-1-176-1 manufactured or produced in large quantities. We think the tools below are better but we understand if you require the 11-1-176.
THIN SLICE V1 link separator tool. Rigging tool.
Parachute Link Separator Tool V1. $100
82 INNOVATIONS has designed parachute link separator tools that are 1/4 the price, are lighter, don't require a flat working surface for use, pack and transport easier, and are generally easier products to use for separating parachute connecting links. Performs better than separator tool P/N 11-1-176-1 , NSN 1670-00-072-4941 , or MILS43243 . Separates H359 and MS22021 separable links "11-1-176-1". Perfect rigging tools for rigger kits.
THIN SLICE is named after Project Thin Slice, one of the projects to specially modify C-130 for special operations. The THIN SLICE is an alternative to the 11-1-176-1, and is arguably a better tool.
These products are not attached to a MIL-SPEC so they do not have to meet strange requirements that drive up the price.
Link separator tools come with a small carrying case.
Why choose the 82 Innovations Parachute Link Separator Tool over the 11-1-176-1?
1. It's affordable, 1/3 or 1/4 (depending on where you order a 11-1-176-1 from) the price means you can get more tools for your shop.
2. Its packable. This tool fits in tool bags, rigger kits, etc.
3. Lightweight! Aluminum construction
4. It works without a flat surface. Need to disconnect a link that is attached to equipment? Need to reach into a tight area to do it? Our tool does it.
These will come with minor scuffs at the tool end. I test each one of these on L-bar and U-bar links before packaging them.
These rigging tools and link separator tools are handmade in USA, they are not perfect or without tooling marks. Trying to avoid the Made in China factories.
Perfect for military rigging units that have mobile rigger kits. Carry and pack 8 Thin Slice tools for the same weight of a single 11-1-176-1.
THIN SLICE V1
($0.00 shipping)
0 IN STOCK. MADE TO ORDER. TWO DAY BUILD TIME FOR QUANTITY UNDER 5. THREE DAY BUILD TIME FOR LARGER ORDERS. PARACHUTE RIGGING TOOLS
THIN SLICE V2 and V3. Parachute Rigger Multi-Tool.
$150 without CYPRES V2. $170 with CYPRES pin V3.
4 tools in 1! Like V1, V2 is a parachute link connector separator tool that is 1/2 the price, is lighter, doesn't require a flat working surface for use, packs and transports easier, and is generally an easier product to use for separating parachute connecting links. On top of that, it's 4 tools in 1. An 8" ruler, packing paddle, parachute Link removal tool, and a CYPRES temporary pin tool. Perfect for rigger kits.
Thin Slice V2 is 3 tools in 1 (replaces rigger kits)
-A link separator tool
-An 8" Ruler
-Aluminum packing paddle (1.5" x 1/8" x 8")
Link Separator Tools comes with a small carrying case.
Light, packable, multi-tool that makes quick work of separating L and U bar connector links. Gets into tight spaces just like V1! Perfect for rigger kits.
Click any of the V2 photos to be taken to our YouTube Channel to see the features of V2 and V3 in action.
These will come with minor scuffs at the tool end. I test each one of these on L-bar and U-bar links before packaging them.
These rigging tools are handmade in USA, they are not perfect or without tooling marks. Trying to avoid the Made in China factories.
Thin Slice V3 is 4 tools in 1.
-A link separator
-An 8" Ruler
-Aluminum packing paddle (1.5" x 1/8" x 8")
-CYPRES temporary pin
link separator tools come with a small carrying case.
Light, packable, multi-tool that makes quick work of separating L and U bar connector links. Gets into tight spaces just like V1 and V2. Parachute rigging tools
Click any of the photos to be taken to our YouTube Channel to see the features of V2 and V3 in action.
These will come with minor scuffs at the tool end. I test each one of these on L-bar and U-bar links before packaging them.
These rigging tools are handmade in USA, they are not perfect or without tooling marks. Trying to avoid the Made in China factories.
THIN SLICE V2
($0.00 shipping)
6 IN STOCK. PERFECT FOR PARACHUTE RIGGER KITS
THIN SLICE V3
($0.00 shipping)
0 IN STOCK. RIGGING TOOLS ARE MADE TO ORDER. Contact for quantity needed or to rush a delivery.
THIN SLICE V4. Parachute Rigging Tool. Rigging Multi-Too
$225
Single tool for all styles of parachute links. Disconnects/separates military style L-bar/U-bar links, an 8" ruler, an 8" aluminum packing paddle, and slots to tighten or loosen RAPIDE style parachute links. link separator tools
Thin Slice V4 is THE parachute link tool. Separable links or RAPIDE links, it does them both. Link separator tools
-A military style (L or U bar) link separator.
-A RAPIDE style link tool, tightens/loosens or allows you to properly torque with a torque wrench to manufacturer specs. Can also do the "hand tight + 1/4 turn" method for RAPIDE links.
-Aluminum 8" Ruler
-Aluminum parachute packing paddle.
Click any of the photos to be taken to our YouTube channel to see the early prototype V4 in action.
Light, packable, multi-tool that makes quick work of separating L and U bar connector links as well as RAPIDE style links. Gets into tight spaces just like V1, V2, V3, and V5.
Click any of the photos to be taken to our YouTube Channel to see the features of V4 in action.
Final product coming soon after months of refining. Production version will have 3/8" and 1/4" hole for torque wrench connection and will have multiple slots for common RAPIDE link sizes.
Customization of rigging tools is available for your needs or rigger kits.
These will come with minor scuffs at the tool end. I test each one of these on L-bar, U-bar, and RAPIDE links before packaging them.
These are handmade in USA, they are not perfect or without tooling marks. Trying to avoid the Made in China factories.
link separator tools come with a small carrying case and a set of Craftsman Offset Screwdrivers (to loosen screws on Separable links)
Metal pieces measure 8" x 1.5" x 0.25". Paddle is aluminum, RAPIDE tool is steel.
Click any photos to be taken to our YouTube videos.
TORQUE ADAPTER
t = torque required for that size RAPIDE link (provided by RAPIDE link in their manuals.
a = the length of your torque wrench. Typically measured from the center of the 3/8" drive to the middle of your torque wrench handle.
b = distance from center of 3/8" hole to center of RAPIDE link slot on the THIN SLICE tool.
T = how much torque you will want to set on your torque wrench to account for the adapter with the calculation.
Torque adapter for rigger kits
RAPIDE LINKS
V4 will be capable of tightening, loosening, and torqueing the following RAPIDE 358 links.
#3.5 Steel, Stainless Steel
#4 Steel, Stainless Steel, Delta
#5 Steel, Stainless Steel, Delta
#6 Steel, Stainless Steel, Delta
#7 Steel, Stainless Steel, Delta
#8 Steel, Stainless Steel
#9 Steel, Stainless Steel
Will do all common sizes found on parachutes. link separator tools and rigging tools for rigger kits
ALL LINK STYLES
V4 is the most capable tool for the parachute rigger kits
L-Bars, U-Bars, RAPIDE links.
The V4 is the most capable tool per size you can toss into your rigging kit.
Production version will also include an 8" ruler. This tool will replace your measuring tape, 11-1-176-1, your adjustable wrench, and packing paddle.
2" wide x 8" long x 3/8" thick.
THIN SLICE V4
($0.00 shipping)
Coming Soon for rigger kits
THIN SLICE LOW COST V5. Parachute Rigger Hand Tool.
$65
Low cost rigging tools made, aluminum version that separates parachute links
Separates L-Bar and U-Bar parachute links. Low cost rigging tools without all the frills and options.
Does exactly what you want it to do without all the options, features, and additional tools like the other versions. If you just need a handy tool to separate parachute links and have some handy aluminum packing paddles this is it.
1/6th the price of a 11-1-176-1.
Light, packable, multi-tool, rigging tools, that make quick work of separating L and U bar connector links. Gets into tight spaces just like V1, V2, and V3.
Packing paddles are 1.5" x 1/8" x 8"
These will come with minor scuffs at the tool end. I test each one of these on L-bar links before packaging them.
These are handmade in USA, they are not perfect or without tooling marks. Trying to avoid the Made in China factories.
link separator tools come with a small carrying case.
THIN SLICE V5
($0.00 shipping)
0 IN STOCK. RIGGING TOOLS MADE TO ORDER. Contact for quantity needed or to rush a delivery.
Parachute Packing Paddle
Large aluminum parachute packing paddle. All edges smoothed and rounded to prevent damage to your equipment. Perfect for rigger kits.
Senior Parachute Riggers, Master Parachute Riggers, and military parachute riggers alike will all find a use for this very large parachute packing paddle.
If you are looking for large quantities or bulk orders, let us know. We can make these in custom lengths as well if you have an ideal length for your shop.
Standard sizes are: 15" Long x 1.5" Wide x 0.25" Thick and 20" Long x 1.5" Wide x 0.25" Thick.
ALUMINUM PARACHUTE PACKING PADDLE
($0.00 shipping)
0 IN STOCK. RIGGING TOOLS ARE MADE TO ORDER. Contact for quantity needed or to rush a delivery.
PARACHUTE TENSION DEVICE. Skydiving tension device
$55
Parachute tension device for parachutes with L-Bar, U-Bar, or RAPIDE connector links. Utilizes a hook style attachment point to prevent the dreaded L-Bar slip-off that happens, occasionally, during tensioning. Slip L-Bar/U-Bars/RAPIDE links into the hooks, once tension begins to be applied they cannot slip off. Made of aluminum and small enough to pack into small rigging kits. Rigger kits.
Low Profile
Hook style prevents the dreaded "slip-off" that can occur with other tension devices. No need to put packing weights or ties onto this tension device. L-Bars/U-Bars/RAPIDE LINKS cannot slip off once tension is applied.
Small and packable into mobile rigger kits.
Dimensions:
8" Long x 4" Wide x 2" Tall
Lightweight
Made from aluminum for rigger kits.
Strong enough to be a day to day rigging loft tool but light enough to be included in mobile kits.
A "one size fits all" parachute tension device that works with L-Bar/U-Bar and RAPIDE links of many sizes. Why have multiple tensions devices when one can do it all?
Packable
Does not Include a tension strap. Why? Because there is no tension strap that meets the needs of every rigging facility. Sometimes you are rigging in a large bay and need a long run of rope to pull tension.
We recommend Paracord or tubular nylon to tie off at your rigging shop. Simply pull tension with that cord through the provided hole and tie off the cord. rigging tools
LOW PROFILE PARACHUTE TENSION DEVICE
($0.00 shipping)
0 IN STOCK. RIGGING TOOLS ARE MADE TO ORDER.
Low Cost 11-1-176-1. Parachute Loft Tool.
$155
The 11-1-176-1 is a great tool for tabletop rigging. We believe the V1, V2, V3, V4, and V5 are all better tools for separating links because we rarely need to separate links in a perfect environment and the 11-1-176-1 tool makes you bring the parachute to the tool instead of the tool to the parachute. 11-1-176-1 is a tool that will be around as long a L and U bar links are, at least in the US Military. Why? Because the 11-1-176-1 has a MIL-SPEC and NSN. rigger kits AND rigging tools
LOW COST $150
Want a tabletop link style separator like the 11-1-176-1 but without the price? Want a link separator that can mounted to your table so it doesn't grow legs? This is it. link separator tools
LIGHTWEIGHT
Does your rigging shop need a 11-1-176-1? Do you want to pay $375-1300 for each one? That is the price range that the government is paying for these tools. You could have 8 tools for the same price as a single 11-1-176-1. And guess what, if something breaks on it, you can fix it. Rigging tools
REPAIRABLE
Bare tool without base. If you want to make your own base or so you can mount the link separator to a table, workbench, tool box, rigger kits, etc.
Low Cost 11-1-176-1
($0.00 shipping)
0 IN STOCK. RIGGING TOOLS MADE TO ORDER
Rigging Material Spool
Need a way to keep rigging material with you or in your rigger kits? This is it.
The rigging material spool has three sections. Typical arrangement would be one section for 550 cord (Type III), one section for 80 pound (Type I), and a smaller section for ticket cord.
8" long, aluminum construction. Use and abuse it, it's rugged. Easily packs in your backpack, rigging kit, or with your rigging gear.
Includes a razor blade to cut material off of it and a hole to attach cord for hanging or attaching to your gear.
Rigging Material Spool
($0.00 shipping)
0 IN STOCK. MADE TO ORDER FOR RIGGER KITS.
Parachute Rigger Kit
$350
Includes 82 Innovations tools, as a set, for field packing of parachutes. Thin Slice Tool for parachute links, Tension Device, Rigging Material Spool, Snap Band Line Separators, and a breathable transportation and storage case.