Retractor Pretensioner (SPR8)
Enhancing occupant safety using load limiter retractor architecture

KEY FACTS
Enhanced protection
Switchable load limiter as optional feature
Weight savings
Industry leading for mass and package size
Innovative design
Sealed pretensioner unit emits no smoke, particles or light
Details
What can Retractor Pretensioner (SPR8) provide?
SPR8 is ZF's pretensioning-through-load-limiter retractor architecture and is the foundational retractor technology for ZF’s motorized ACR8 for standard mounting positions. It is designed to help enable smoother transition from pretensioning to energy management.
Additional Technical Details for Retractor Pretensioner SPR8 Technology
Benefits
- SPR8 enables smoother transition from pretensioning to energy management phase by pretensioning through the load limiter
- Self-engaging drive concept of snake pretensioner technology ensures fast and direct coupling
- Sealed pretensioner unit emits no smoke, particles, or light
Market Drivers and Features
Market Drivers
- Consumer ratings continue to drive an increasing fitment rate for pretensioners
Features
- Multiple energy management features available, including declining load limiter (DLL) and switchable load limiter (SLL)
- ALR option available for the fixation of child seats Sensor
- Blockout option for unbelted sensor deactivation
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