GridLock Belay Screwgate Locking Carabiner
Tech Specs
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BrandBlack Diamond
Best UseClimbing
Carabiner TypeLocking
Gate TypeScrew-lock
Gate Open Clearance21 millimeters
Strength Major Axis Closed22 kilonewtons
Strength Major Axis Open8 kilonewtons
Strength Minor Axis7 kilonewtons
Dimensions110 x 65 millimeters
Weight76 grams
Description
The hot-forged Black Diamond GridLock Belay Screwgate locking carabiner has a patent-pending design that keeps the carabiner properly oriented while you're belaying.
Features
- GridLock design keeps the carabiner properly oriented on your belay loop to avoid cross loading
- I-beam spine transitions into a rounded rope-bearing surface for smooth belaying and rappelling
- Hot-forging process allows the metal to be moved around and formed into intricate shapes; these shapes can ease handling and reduce weight
- Screwgate sleeve locks the Black Diamond GridLock Belay carabiner