HotForge Screwgate Carabiner

A multi-functional, lightweight and compact keylock locker, the Black Diamond HotForge Screwgate carabiner features a hot-forge construction—allowing Black Diamond to remove weight where it’s not needed and add material where durability is key—and a low-profile, non-snagging nose that’s easy to clip and clean. Ideal for use at belays, top roping or whenever you find yourself in need of a trusty locker, the HotForge accommodates a clove hitch and is built for everyday climbing missions that demand reliability and durability.

• Accommodates a clove hitch
• Hot-Forged for lighter-weight construction
• Keylock nose prevents snagging
• Easy-to-hold functional shape
• Screwgate sleeve
• Type B “Basic”, locking connector

Tech Specs

Closed Gate Strength 24 kN (5,395 lbf)

Display Weight 50 g (1.76 oz)

Gate Opening 18 mm (0.71 in)

Minor Axis Strength 8 kN (1798 lbf)

Open Gate Strength 8 kN (1798 lbf)