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Black Diamond VaporLock Locking Carabiner

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Item No. 323654

The VaporLock Locking Carabiner by Black Diamond increases friction up to a 30% when lowering or rappelling. Its increased holding power is ideal when rappelling with a heavy pack or working with smaller diameter ropes and it's Munter hitch compatible on ropes up to 9.4 mm.

DECENT FEATURES of the Black Diamond VaporLock Locking Carabiner

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

The SPECS

Type: Screwgate
Weight: 1.8 oz / 52 g
Closed Gate Strength: 4.721 lbf / 21 kN
Open Gate Strength: 1.574 lbf / 7 kN
Minor Axis Strength: 1.798 lbf / 8 kN
Gate Opening: 0.79" / 20 mm

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"Mid size locker that keeps it weight down without being stupid expensive." 04/01/13

Sure there are lighter lockers in this size range but nothing as cheap as this guy, so it def wins the weight/ price competition.

by Cody from San Francisco

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"Solid mid- to large- sized pearabiner, very light" 03/23/13

I purchased a set of these biners with a very specific purpose in mind, which was constructing big wall climbing anchors. I don't know if you've ever seen a big wall anchor, but they're basically gigantic cluster jumbles of multiple ropes, cords, and dozens of biners attached to 2 or 3 bolts. Using large locking biners to clip the bolts means that you can clip more things into those lockers and keep your belay somewhat organized. I bought these thinking they were as large as the BD Rocklock biner (they are not), but the pear shape still gives enough space that they'll perform the intended function very well. The construction makes them very lightweight, which is a bonus.

by Scott from North Carolina

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"I beam construction has impressed me." 03/10/13

I didn't expect to notice the advertised 30% more breaking power and it still might just me my brain falling for the advertising but i think its there. I haven't used my traditional style round carabiner back to back with this carabiner for a true test but I plan to soon.

by Michael from Cincinnati, OH

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"Nice" 02/04/13

Since Ive been rock climbing, this brad has a good balance between price and quality

by Daniel

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"great beaner for watever you need it to do" 10/29/12

I want my gear to be the lightest possible, enter the black diamond vaporlock. I picked up this beaner based on reviews and having nothing but good to say about it. Several of my buddies have went and bought these after borrowing mine. Hands down one of the smoothest beaners to use for belaying. Bottom line is that you need this beaner, if your all about having the lighest gear. I trust it to get the job done time and time again.

by Logan from Reliance

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"Everything I need" 10/14/12

this is great perfect size and super light. this is my current go to locking biner

by Talbott from dayton

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"Perfect carabiner for everything" 02/25/12

I use this carabiner for belaying, setting up anchors and holding multiple items. It is light but large and best of all, inexpensive!!!!

by Derek

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"Simple and effective." 02/01/12

I matched this carabiner with my ATC for belaying, and I love it. The shape of the carabiner (slight edges as opposed to rounded) increases friction when braking. The twist-lock is easy to use and tightens securely when the gate is closed. It's small size feels less cumbersome on a harness than other set-ups I have used. There are no hooks on this Biner' to snag rope when clipping and un-clipping from your belay set-up. Additional uses; twin this carabiner for a rock-solid top-rope anchor. Caveat; It's gate clearance is smaller than other locking carabiner's I have used (I'm not sure of the exact specs).

by Kevin from Michigan

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"All I use for locking biners" 12/08/11

Been using the same few of these for the past 6 years and never once had a single problem. the screw never snags, its always smooth. great all around locking biner

from Dallas

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"Excellent Belay Biner!" 11/23/11

Nice n' big with room to open and close with the rope and belay loop in there. Keylock is excellent!

by Sean

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"like it light yet strong" 05/16/11

great twist can't get better twist for better price

by Charlie

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"Gets the job done and still feels great." 05/10/11

I use this carabiner for just about everything. Has stood up to a lot. (including an assortment of high drops) Feels great. Only thing upsetting is the price. You can easily find some cheaper ones elsewear.

by Kendal

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