Description:
A light, compact keylock locker for belays and rigging. The Black Diamond Hotforge Screwgate Carabiner (NRS item 45180.01) is a lightweight, compact locker built for daily use at belays, on top-rope anchors and anywhere you need a trusty locking carabiner. Rope and water rescue teams use it for personal rigging and gear attachment. Browse more carabiners and hardware.
Features
- Hot-forged construction: lightweight and durable.
- Keylock nose: low-profile and non-snagging, so it is easy to clip and unclip.
- Clove-hitch friendly shape: easy to hold and works well with a clove hitch.
- Screwgate sleeve: trusted screw-lock gate.
Specifications
- Material: Hot-forged
- Strength closed: 24 kN = 5395 lbs.
- Strength open: 8 kN = 1798 lbs.
- Gate opening: 18 mm
- Weight: 50 g
- Locking mechanism: Screw lock
- Warranty: 1 year
Sizes & options
- Pack: 3-Pack, Each
- Color: Black, Gray
Pick Each for a single carabiner or 3-Pack for three, then choose the color.
Questions about the Hotforge Screwgate
What is the breaking strength?
It is rated 24 kN = 5395 lbs. closed and 8 kN = 1798 lbs. open. 1 kN = 225 lbs of force.
Can I buy more than one?
Yes. Choose Each for a single carabiner or 3-Pack for three.
What is a keylock nose?
A keylock nose has no hooked notch, so the carabiner clips and unclips without snagging on rope, slings or gear loops.
What warranty does it carry?
Black Diamond lists a 1-year warranty. Contact us with any warranty questions.
Can the Hotforge Screwgate be used for fire or high-heat work?
No. It is rope rescue and climbing hardware for water and technical rescue, not structural firefighting PPE, and it is not rated for fire or high-heat use.
Where can I buy the Black Diamond Hotforge Screwgate Carabiner?
Right here. The Public Safety Store is an authorized Black Diamond dealer. Outfitting a rescue team or need help with sizing? Contact us. Every order is covered by our price match guarantee and easy 30-day returns.
