The Bola Wrap 150® deploys a Kevlar cord with small barbed anchors to temporarily restrict a subject’s movement from a safe distance. It is intended primarily for unarmed, non-compliant individuals where a lower level of force is appropriate.
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Officers must be trained and follow agency policies and all product warnings before using the BolaWrap 150®.
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​​Safe handling rules:
• Always point in a safe direction when inserting or removing a cassette
• Maintain at least 10 feet of distance from the subject
• Keep hands away from the front of the device and cassette bay
• Store with the power switch OFF and cassette removed
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​Deployment Conditions
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​​Appropriate Uses
Scenarios where the BolaWrap 150® can be effective:
• Emotionally disturbed or suicidal persons
• Mildly aggressive or non-compliant individuals
• Mentally ill subjects
• Subjects armed with non-firearm weapons
• SWAT support operations
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​​When Not to Deploy
• Subject armed with a firearm
• Risk of high-injury falls (heights, deep water)
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Operating Instructions:
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​​Cassette Insertion
1. Power OFF
2. Point device safely away
3. Insert cassette into bay until it clicks
4. Tug to confirm secure seating
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​​Preparing to Deploy
1. Draw device and point toward ground
2. Switch ON and confirm green indicator
3. Laser activates automatically
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​​Target Aim Zones (Wrap Zones)
• Mid-thighs to ankles
• Between elbows and wrists
Avoid the head, neck, and face.
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​​Discharge Procedure
• Announce deployment (ex: “BOLA! BOLA! BOLA!”)
• Firmly press and release Activation Button (do not hold)
• Secure subject quickly once safe to do so
• Dispose of spent cassettes per agency procedure
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​Performance and Effectiveness Considerations
• Effective operating range: 10–25 feet
• Deployment under 10 feet increases risk of skin penetration
• Laser may be harder to see in bright daylight
• Moving subjects may defeat wrapping
• Anchors must attach to clothing to secure the tether
• Device or cassette failure is possible; be prepared to transition to alternate tactics]

​​Injury Risk Warnings
Even when used correctly, injuries can occur. Risk factors include:
• Barb puncture or skin injury
• Eye injury if deployed near head
• Tripping or falling after restraint
• Sound exposure from 160 dB discharge (hearing protection recommended in training).
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​Laser Safety
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Avoid pointing the Class IIIa/II laser at:
• Eyes or face
• Reflective surfaces
• Aircraft or vehicle operators
Laser auto-shuts after five minutes of inactivity.
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​Maintenance + Lifespan
• Device lifespan: approx. 5 years under normal duty conditions
• Cassette field lifespan: 2 years; storage shelf-life: 3 years
• Battery pack shelf-life: 5 years
• Keep cassette bay free of debris; only use approved cassettes and batteries
• Avoid submersion in water; do not use a damaged device/cassette
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