Isolation gate prevents carabiner rotation for accurate belay device positioning
I-beam spine transitions into a large rope-bearing surface for compatibility with most belay devices
Hot forged 7075 aluminum with 25% pre-consumer recycled content for strength and sustainability
Screwgate sleeve allows intuitive and easy operation
Connector supports dynamic belaying with munter hitch or belay device
Summarized by Shop
The Black Diamond Gridlock Screwgate is a locking carabiner designed specifically for belaying.
The design uses an isolation gate feature to give the biner a small section at the bottom for the belay loop to sit, and this prevents the carabiner from rotating, keeping the belay device in the correct position. The Gridlock's I-beam spine t
Gate opening clearance
21 mm
Gate closed strength
22 kN
Gate open strength
8 kN
Minor axis strength
7 kN
Width (widest)
68 mm
Length
117 mm
Material
7075 aluminum (25% recycled)
Weight
76 g
Carabiner shape
HMS
Summarized by Shop
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Excellent fit, comfy to climb in & take falls on
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Lee · August 28, 2024
Very happy with this item.
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Stephen · January 21, 2024
Lightweight and efficient
I bought this specifically to use indoors with a Petzl GRIGRI as I found that it was very easy for my usual screwgate to rotate and become cross loaded in use. I don't have the problem with a normal belay plate. Anyway, the Gridlock screwgate prevents accidental rotation and works very well.