BLACK DIAMOND
"HotWire"
Carabiner
BD210128
Brand New
DESCRIPTION:
The world's first wiregate carabiner for climbers.
The Black Diamond HotWire has been revamped with an updated, 20% lighter hot-forged design.
Its optimal size-to-weight ratio, flat gate-to-rope interface and resistance
to freezing up in alpine conditions all ensure its continued popularity
HOT FORGING VS. COLD FORGING
We use two different forging methods to build carabiners—hot and cold forging.
Each has its benefits and using both allows us to achieve the
best possible shape, size and strength for each carabiner’s intended use.
HOT FORGING, a process where both the rod stock
and forge dies are heated, allows us to “move” the metal,
creating more intricate shapes, such as our GridLock and Oz biners.
Tech Specs
Weight: 37 g (1.3 oz)
Closed Gate Strength: 24 kN (5,395 lbf)
Open Gate Strength: 9 kN (2,023 lbf)
Minor Axis Strength: 7 kN (1,574 lbf)
Gate Opening: 25 mm (1.0 in)