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Carabiners and Rigging
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Carabiners |
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How Strong Is That Carabiner? |
The kN, or kilonewton, measures the amount
of force the carabiner can accept, as opposed to how much mass it can hold
in a static situation. Objects with relatively low mass (like a person) can
generate substantial energy (force) when accelerating, so it can be
misleading if a piece of climbing or fall-arrest equipment were rated in
terms of pounds or kilograms. In order to convert kilonewtons into
pounds-of-force (another measure of force, not mass), simply multiply the
rating in kN by 224.8 (1kN = 224.8 lbf). Carabiners are
traditionally stamped with the major axis strength measured in kilonewtons. |
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DRI |
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DRI Ice Rescue Carabiner |
Aluminum Hook 15x190mm with captive eye pin Silver
body and red anodized gate Use with
DRI Ice Rescue Sling (Part# 6662)
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Material:
Aluminum
Gate Mechanism: Straight
Weight: 2 lbs Breaking point: 2700
KGS Gate Opening: 1.75” Length:
7.75” Width: 2.5” at Captive eye end, 4.5”
at widest point
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Price:
$41.50
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Omega Pacific |
On Jan. 20, 2020
Omega Pacific, one of the U.S.’s largest manufacturers of carabiners
announced that it would be winding down operations after 37 years in
business stating the pronouncement was based on economic factors and the
owner’s decision to retire. Seattle Manufacturing Corporation (SMC) has
purchased the tooling and machinery to produce Omega Pacific’s top selling
carabiners – specifically the ISO forged D’s, Ovals, and select HMS models.
The Omega name will be removed from the carabiners and the line will become
SMC’s new “Force” series. All technical specifications as well as the NSN
numbers will remain the same. Models will include both the locking and
non-locking styles and will be offered in the same popular color options. --
Gripped Canada’s Climbing Magazine. |
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SMC |
The new Force series carabiners from SMC offer
unparalleled strength to weight ratios thanks to the ISO Cold Forging
process. This carabiner manufacturing technique, originally developed by
Omega Pacific, produces exceptional strength and durability by pressing raw
materials into the strongest possible designs while avoiding issues like
internal fissures and deformations that can happen during other forging
processes. Combined with the highest quality aluminum alloys, the result is
a lightweight connector that is the strongest in its class. SMC continues to
enhance this proven process by applying their unmatched design and
manufacturing quality processes.
Force Series D and the Oval
carabiners have smooth, rounded inside diameters for great interface with
ropes and webbing. |
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SMC "Force D"
Aluminum Carabiners |
Whether used in recreational climbing,
military applications, or rescue scenarios, the SMC Force D
Carabiner is one of the strongest aluminum 'biners in the world and
is designed to get the job done. |
Material:
Aluminum
Gate Mechanism: Straight
Weight:
65 grams
Strength: 31kN
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Price:
$9.25
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SMC "Force D"
Screw-Lok Aluminum Carabiners |
The SMC Force D Screw-Lok Carabiner is an affordable,
rock-solid design that has proven itself in the field around the
globe. Screw-Lok provides tried-and-true locking, without the
complications and aggravations of other methods. |
Material:
Aluminum
Gate Mechanism: Screwgate
Weight:
74 grams
Strength: 31kN
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Bright |
Price:
$14.25
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Blue |
Price:
$18.95
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Pulleys |
SMC |
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SMC 2" Swiftwater
Pulley |
Featuring deliberate, water-related
design elements, the SMC 2" Swiftwater Pulley addresses the unique
needs for swiftwater rescue situations. |
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The Swiftwater Pulley fits
between SMC's Micro PMP and 3" PMPs in both size and
workload and represents a reasonably priced, non-NFPA
alternative to other midsized pulleys.
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Made using high-quality
aluminum, this lightweight pulley weighs 6 oz. and
features a 2" sheave.
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Side plates are precisely
tensioned for easy one-handed operation and secure
placement at any point along the rope.
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Wide base and side plate
design works well to "mind" Prusik cords of up to 8mm.
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Anodized side plates feature a
series of holes that help to minimize the hydroplaning
effect that might occur with a typical pulley.
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The top hole accepts two large
rescue carabiners or multiple small carabiners and allows
the carabiners to be rotated freely and completely even
while closed.
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Sealed Ball Bearings provide
optimal efficiency.
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Made in the USA.
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Price:
$58.95
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Rigging Accessories |
Climbing Technology |
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Climbing Technology Mini Anchor
Plate |
Alloy mini rigging plate is light
and small for easy transport. Keep your rigging clean and organized
in any situation. Individually tested. |
Material:
Aluminum
Weight:
65 grams
Strength: 36kN
CE Certified
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Price:
$29.99
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DRI |
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DRI Carabiner Daisy
Chain |
Keep your carabiners organized
and at the ready for any situation. |
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Stores up to 14 carabiners
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Sewn with 1″ flat nylon
webbing+
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Dimensions: 6" x 1"
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Carabiners SOLD
SEPARARTELY
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Price:
$15.25
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Snap Shackles |
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Highland 3.5" Snap
Shackle |
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Price:
$25.00
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Highland 3.5" Snap
Shackle on 2" Welded D-Ring |
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Price:
$25.00
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Highland 5" Snap
Shackle |
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Price:
$40.00
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Related
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While these are excellent reference materials, in no way should this information be considered a replacement for proper training for the specific type of
activity in which you plan to participate.
For liability reasons and
your safety... We cannot accept returns on carabiners, ice screws,
rigging hardware, ropes, etc (except for warranty or shipping errors). |
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