Tendon Master 9.4 TeFix Complete Shield
The Master 9.4 TeFix Complete Shield is a 9.4 mm single rope from Tendon, at 58 g/m, for single-pitch sport, multi-pitch sport and trad. Rated for 6 UIAA falls with 7.9 kN impact force, 37% dynamic elongation and a 37% sheath share. Complete Shield core-and-sheath dry treatment.
Tendon's 9.4 mm single rope, which Tendon describes as its versatile diameter with a balanced performance-to-weight ratio and the SBS braid for durability and a smooth run through carabiners. 58 g/m, 6 UIAA falls, 7.9 kN impact force, 6.4 % static elongation, 37 % dynamic, 37 % sheath. Complete Shield finish treats sheath and core with Tendon's PFC-free ECO treatment. Sold from 30 m to 100 m and as a 200 m spool.
Master 9.4 TeFix Complete Shield belay device compatibility
Compatible with 39 of the 41 belay devices we track that are rated for single ropes, all of them ideal.
Ideal on, among others:
Every belay device rated for a 9.4 mm single rope
What the Master 9.4 TeFix Complete Shield is for
Best for single-pitch sport, multi-pitch sport and trad. Aimed at intermediate to advanced climbers. Handling feel: moderate. Durability: high.
Strengths & Trade-offs
Master 9.4 TeFix Complete Shield strengths
- SBS braid, which Tendon says gives higher durability and a smooth run through carabiners
- Complete Shield finish: Tendon states sheath and core are treated with its PFC-free ECO treatment for water repellency and abrasion resistance
- Sold from 30 m to 100 m and as a 200 m spool (Tendon)
Master 9.4 TeFix Complete Shield trade-offs
- 6 UIAA falls, in the bottom quarter of the 133 single ropes we track
- 37 % dynamic elongation, in the highest quarter of the 133 single ropes we track
- No UIAA Water Repellent rating claimed by Tendon for the Complete Shield finish
Master 9.4 TeFix Complete Shield spec profile
The maker's figures for the Master 9.4 TeFix Complete Shield, each against the 133 single ropes we track.
- Weight 58 g/m: mid-weight for a single rope
- Diameter 9.4 mm: a mid-range diameter for a single rope
- UIAA falls 6: a typical fall rating for a single rope
- Impact force 7.9 kN: a typical catch for a single rope
- Dynamic elongation 37%: among the most stretch in a fall for a single rope
- Sheath share 37%: a typical sheath share for a single rope
Master 9.4 TeFix Complete Shield specifications
| Diameter | 9.4 mm |
| Weight | 58 g/m |
| Sheath share | 37% |
| Lengths sold | 30 / 40 / 50 / 60 / 70 / 80 / 100 / 200 m |
| Certified as | Single |
| Standards | EN 892, UIAA 101 |
| UIAA falls | 6 |
| Impact force | 7.9 kN |
| Dynamic elongation | 37% |
| Static elongation | 6.4% |
| Sheath slippage | 0 mm |
| Dry treatment | Complete Shield (core and sheath) |
| UIAA Water Repellent | No |
| Core construction | standard |
| Sheath technology | SBS |
| Middle mark | Ink mark |
| Released | 2024 |
| PFC-free | Yes |
What the Master 9.4 TeFix Complete Shield costs
No shop in the EU pool lists the Master 9.4 TeFix Complete Shield in stock right now.
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