An ultralight, pear-shaped locking carabiner that's ideal for long free climbs and slimming your rack, the Black Diamond VaporLock Screwgate strikes a balance between weight savings and function. Black Diamond's lightest full-function pear locker, the VaporLock carabiner provides a smooth increase in friction and is ideal for belaying and rappelling when you want more control.
FEATURES:
- Increases friction up to 30% when lowering or rappelling with an ATC
- Munter Hitch compatible on ropes up to 9.4 mm
- Keylock nose prevents snagging
- Screwgate sleeve
- Type H or HMS connector. For dynamic belaying using a Munter Hitch or belay device.
SPECS:
| Best Use | Climbing |
| Carabiner Type | Locking |
| Gate Type | Screw-lock |
| Gate Open Clearance | 20 mm (0.79 in) |
| Closed Gate Strength | 21 kilonewtons |
| Open Gate Strength | 7 kilonewtons |
| Minor Axis Strength | 8 kilonewtons |
| Dimensions | 95 x 65 mm |
| Weight | 52 grams |