The Black Diamond HotForge Screwgate carabiner is a top - notch, multi - functional climbing essential. It's incredibly lightweight and compact, with a unique keylock design. The hot - forge construction is a game - changer. It allows us to take away weight from non - essential areas and add material where durability matters most. The low - profile, snag - free nose makes it a breeze to clip and keep clean. This carabiner is perfect for belaying, top roping, or any time you need a reliable locker. It can easily accommodate a clove hitch, making it great for daily climbing tasks that require both reliability and toughness. Key features include a clove - hitch accommodation, a hot - forged lightweight build, a keylock nose to prevent snags, an easy - to - hold shape, a screwgate sleeve, and it serves as a Type B “Basic” locking connector. Technical specs show a closed gate strength of 24 kN (5,395 lbf), a display weight of 50 g (1.76 oz), a gate opening of 18 mm (0.71 in), a minor axis strength of 8 kN (1798 lbf), and an open gate strength of 8 kN (1798 lbf).
Using this Black Diamond Hotforge Screwgate Carabiner is quite simple. When you're setting up for belaying or top roping, just open the screwgate and clip it onto your climbing gear. You can easily use a clove hitch with it as it's designed to accommodate that. When using, always make sure the screwgate is tightly closed to ensure maximum safety. As for maintenance, keep it clean by regularly wiping it down. Avoid using it in extremely harsh environments like highly corrosive areas if possible. If it gets dirty, you can gently wash it with mild soap and water, then dry it thoroughly. Don't subject it to excessive force beyond its stated strength limits. If you notice any signs of wear or damage, like cracks or significant deformation, stop using it immediately and replace it with a new one.
