Black Diamond  RockLock Screwgate Locking Carabiner

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The largest belay and rappel locker from Black Diamond, the versatile RockLock Screwgate Carabiner features a keylock nose and is Munter Hitch compatible.

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Features

  • Square hinge end holds belay loop securely in place
  • Slightly curved spine maximizes gate opening
  • Keylock nose prevents snagging
  • Operable with 1 hand

Made in USA.

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Technical Specs

Best Use

Climbing

Carabiner Type

Locking

Gate Type

Screw-lock

Gate Open Clearance

21 millimeters

Strength Major Axis Closed

24 kilonewton

Strength Major Axis Open

7 kilonewton

Strength Minor Axis

7 kilonewton

Dimensions

110 x 70 millimeters

Weight

89 grams

Reviews
46 reviews with an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars

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Product Rating

29 out of 31 (94%) reviewers recommend this product

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KyKevin
Seattle, WA
Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars

Great for belay/rappel

8 years ago

I bought this for a mountaineering class as my other locking carabiners were too small for rappel (made it difficult to get all the ropes in during extended rappel with a sling). The larger pear shape makes it great for not only rappel but also belay. I used this one to replace a Vaporlock Screwgate because the Vaporlock was too small to manage the ropes effectively. The Rocklock has more space and is easier to handle (with or without gloves).

Yes , I recommend this product
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ProJank
Iowa
Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars

Just what the experts ordered

8 years ago

Great carabiner. I was expecting green but the product itself is satisfying. Use with my atc belay device. Easy on, easy off. The lock mechanism stays in place.

Yes , I recommend this product
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greg
Rated 3.0 out of 5 stars

no change in 20 years

6 years ago

Im sure this biner is strong & solid but (ordered online sight unseen) its really fat (in diameter). its the exact same 'biner as I already had from 20 years ago. I needed one that fit through the rappel/hardware chains of most modern stations. this one does not, or when it does its a wedged fit. Im disappointed that BD has not seemed to keep up with a better selection of small framed light carabiners.

No, I do not recommend this product
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Steve
Torrey, Utah
Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars

Way tough canyoneering biner

8 years ago

I've used these for several years, guiding 100 days a year in southern Utah slot canyons. The ropes are often wet, and coated in uber-abrasive quartz sand that can grind a third of the way through many rappel carabiners in a single, hard day. Rocklocks last considerably longer than similarly priced competitors such as Petzl, Camp, or Trango. The metal seems harder and more resistant to grooving. So, me likeee.

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jbhm89
Denver,CO
Rated 1.0 out of 5 stars

Screwgate cheap

5 years ago

I am not sure if the one I received was defective or if all of the carabiners are like this, but the screw lock didn't seem to lock completely. I would be afraid that it would easily be forced open if there was a lot of force on it. I have several other types of locking carabiners and I have never felt uncomfortable with the locking gate on those. This one seemed cheap and I will be returning.

No, I do not recommend this product
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Tad
WA
Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars

Rock Solid/ Lightweight

8 years ago

This locker is always attached to my belay device. Because of the roundness it make for a very smooth rappel. Much better than the other lightweight lockers out there, there are no ridges to add friction. Great size for use with a Munter. I really like this one. I choose a screw gate because they work well in the cold, snow and ice. You never have to fumble with it or take your gloves off.

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outdoorCaliGal
California, United States
Rated 4.0 out of 5 stars

for canyoneering

9 years ago

I use this for canyoning. I've always loved black diamond everything for the sport and this is a great carabiner. Just used it most recently on a big water canyon and it is fine. The only thing I wished it had was a safety lock red line around the black clasp to verify locking, but other than that this is great and I feel safe on it. I like the colors too!

Yes , I recommend this product
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virgilio
san francisco Ca.
Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars

Black Diamond Rocklock

9 years ago

Good looking,very practical already in use, makes any body life much more easy, very happy with this purchase

Yes , I recommend this product
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SamS
Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars

It's the workhorse of carabiners!

8 years ago

The RockLock Screwgate Carabiner is lightweight, tough, easy to operate, and an overall great locker for canyoneering and climbing. I have several of these for building anchors, belaying, and other purposes. Sure, there are fancier carabiners on the market, but RockLock gets the job done and works great, and that's good enough for me.

Yes , I recommend this product
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Calvin
Oakland, CA
Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars

Great Carabiner for Most Uses

6 years ago

I have been using this carabiner for a belay device mostly, but it is a seriously great locker. Nice a beefy, with a large gate opening makes for an easy to use biner. I am using this carabiner with my Edelrid Mega Jul and a 10.2 mm rope, both of which seem to work pretty well with each other. 5/5 would recommend.

Yes , I recommend this product
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