Description:
The Force Oval with a screw-lock sleeve for the rescue bag. The SMC Force Oval Screw-Lok Carabiner (NRS item 45174.01) adds a simple Screw-Lok sleeve to SMC's cold-forged, made-in-USA oval. It is a solid, affordable choice for top-rope systems and a reliable backup locker in a swiftwater or rope rescue bag. Find more carabiners and hardware.
Features
- Screw-Lok sleeve: an effective, effortless screw-lock gate.
- ISO cold forging: gives a high strength-to-weight ratio.
- Symmetrical oval shape: predictable loading with no load shift when weighted.
- Rounded external radius: moves easily through hardware and will not catch on webbing or soft connections.
- Smooth, rounded inside: a clean interface with rope and webbing.
- Made in the USA: built by SMC.
Specifications
- Material: Anodized aluminum
- Strength closed: 22 kN = 4950 lbs.
- Strength open: 6 kN = 1350 lbs.
- Dimensions: 107 mm L x 56 mm W
- Gate opening: 12 mm
- Weight: 71 g
- Locking mechanism: Screw lock
Sizes & options
- Color: Black, Bright
Choose the color you want.
Questions about the SMC Force Oval Screw-Lok
What is the breaking strength?
It is rated 22 kN = 4950 lbs. closed and 6 kN = 1350 lbs. open. 1 kN = 225 lbs of force.
How does the Screw-Lok work?
You turn the sleeve by hand to close it over the gate, locking the carabiner.
How is it different from the non-locking Force Oval?
Same oval shape, dimensions and strength, plus a screw-lock sleeve. The gate opening is 12 mm versus 15 mm, and it weighs 71 g versus 65 g.
Where is it made?
The SMC Force Oval Screw-Lok is made in the USA.
Can the SMC Force Oval Screw-Lok 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 SMC Force Oval Screw-Lok Carabiner?
Right here. The Public Safety Store is an authorized SMC 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.
