The JAG ID system is rated to break at approximately how many kilonewtons?

• A. 8 kN
• B. 16 kN
• C. 20 kN
• D. 30 kN

Answer: (B)

Breaking strength is the maximum load a device is designed to withstand before it fails. The JAG ID system is rated to break at about 16 kN, which is roughly the force of 1,600 kilograms. This rating comes from manufacturer testing and reflects the device’s materials and shape, giving a safe margin for typical rope-work loads. In falls and other dynamic loading scenarios, peak arrest forces are often in the single- to low-double-digit kN range, so a 16 kN rating aligns with providing a clear safety buffer. The other options don’t match the device’s tested specification: 8 kN would be too low for reliable performance under dynamic loading, while 20 kN and 30 kN indicate higher breaking strengths than what the JAG ID is rated for. So the rated breaking strength is around 16 kN.