RI-1313-(2) Revision 1.0
5/3/2001
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4.3.2 Closing Loop Length
Table IV -Approximate Closing Loop Lengths
NOTE:
The loop length recommended in this chart is an approximation based on packing
experience in our facility. Variables such as canopy size, temperature, humidity, and packing
technique will affect the optimum loop length.
IT IS THE RIGGER’S RESPONSIBILITY TO ENSURE THE RIPCORD PULL FORCE
DOES NOT EXCEED 22 Lb. (10 Kg.).
A = Loop length from knot to end.
B = Loop length installed ( grommet to end ).
CONTAINER SIZE
A
B
TS1
4.75”
3.25”
TS2
4.75”
3.25”
TS3
5.0”
3.5”
TS4
5.0”
3.5”
TS5
5.0”
3.5
NOTE: Only Cypres brand closing loops are approved for use with “loop-cutter” Automatic
Activation Devices. Thicker loops made from other materials are dangerous because they may slow
pack opening and reserve deployment.
4.3.3 Cypres AAD Reserve Installation
Only modern “loop cutter” type AADs have been tested and approved for use with the
Telesis
2
system. The most popular brand of loop cutter AAD is the Cypres manufactured by Airtec GmbH,
in Germany. The
Telesis 2
was designed from the beginning to utilize a loop cutter AAD. The small
container volumes and closing configuration of
Telesis 2
’s prevent the use of older pin-extractor
AADs.
The
Telesis 2
comes “Cypres-ready” from the factory with all the pockets, channels and parts
necessary for direct installation of the AAD without further modification. The following instructions
tell the rigger how to install an AAD in the
Telesis 2
. However, it is important that the rigger also
have a current copy of the CYPRES Rigger’s Guide to familiarize him or her with the total CYPRES
concept. Also, the rigger should have a CYPRES Rigger’s Kit containing several useful tools when
installing a CYPRES.
