Black Diamond Vaporlock Screwgate Carabiner

An ultralight, pear-shaped locking biner that’s ideal for long free climbs and slimming your rack, the VaporLock Screwgate strikes the perfect balance between weight savings and function.
Our lightest full-function pear locker, the Black Diamond VaporLock carabiner provides a smooth increase in friction and is ideal for belaying and rappelling when you want more control.

• 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

HOT FORGING VS. COLD FORGING
We use two different forging methods to build carabiners—hot and cold forging. Each has its benefits and using both allows us to achieve the best possible shape, size and strength for each carabiner’s intended use. HOT FORGING, a process where both the rod stock and forge dies are heated, allows us to “move” the metal, creating more intricate shapes, such as our GridLock and Oz biners.

Weight :  52 g (1.8 oz)
Closed Gate Strength :  21 kN (4721 lbf)
Open Gate Strength :  7 kN (1798 lbf)
Minor Axis Strength :  8 kN (1574 lbf)
Gate Opening :  20 mm (0.79 in)