The Petzl Am’D Carabiner is a lightweight, high-strength carabiner with a versatile D-shaped design, ideal for a wide range of uses in climbing, rope access, rescue, and rigging. Engineered for secure and efficient handling, the Am’D carabiner is perfect for connecting devices such as belay systems, pulleys, and positioning lanyards.
Key Features:
- Optimized D-Shape for Secure Connections:
The Am’D’s D-shaped geometry is specifically designed to position loads effectively along the major axis, ensuring maximum strength. This design is ideal for attaching to belay devices, anchor systems, and other climbing equipment where stability and strength are essential. - Lightweight, Durable Aluminum Construction:
Crafted from high-quality aluminum, the Am’D carabiner combines lightweight construction with robust durability, reducing overall equipment weight while delivering reliable performance in demanding environments. - Keylock System for Smooth Operation:
The carabiner’s Keylock system prevents snagging on ropes and other equipment, allowing for hassle-free clipping and unclipping. This feature enhances efficiency and extends the lifespan of ropes and gear by reducing wear and friction. - Multiple Locking Options for Versatile Use:
Available in a variety of locking mechanisms, including SCREW-LOCK, TRIACT-LOCK, and BALL-LOCK, the Am’D carabiner offers flexibility for different applications and user preferences, ensuring secure and reliable operation in a variety of conditions. - H-Shape for Optimal Strength-to-Weight Ratio:
The innovative H-shaped cross-section provides an excellent strength-to-weight ratio, while also protecting key markings from abrasion, extending the carabiner’s life and making it easy to inspect.
The Petzl Am’D Carabiner meets CE and UIAA safety standards, making it an essential tool for professionals and recreational climbers alike. Its lightweight design, secure locking options, and reliable construction make it an indispensable choice for safe and efficient connections.
Specifications
- Material(s): aluminum
- Certification(s): CE EN 362, EAC, NFPA 1983 Technical Use
References
References | M34A TL | M34A BL | M34A TLN | M34A TLY | ||
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Weight | 75 g | 75 g | 75 g | |||
Locking system | TRIACT-LOCK | BALL-LOCK | TRIACT-LOCK | TRIACT-LOCK | ||
Color(s) | gray | gray | black | gold | ||
Major axis strength | 27 kN | 27 kN | 27 kN | 27 kN | ||
Minor axis strength | 8 kN | 8 kN | 8 kN | 8 kN | ||
Open gate strength | 7 kN | 7 kN | 7 kN | 7 kN | ||
Gate opening | 24 mm | 25 mm | 24 mm | 24 mm | ||
Guarantee | 3 years | 3 years | 3 years | 3 years | ||
Inner pack count | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
References | M34A BLY |
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Weight | 75 g |
Locking system | BALL-LOCK |
Color(s) | gold |
Major axis strength | 27 kN |
Minor axis strength | 8 kN |
Open gate strength | 7 kN |
Gate opening | 25 mm |
Guarantee | 3 years |
Inner pack count | 1 |
D-shaped locking carabiner for attaching devices to a harness
The Petzl Am’D carabiner has a D shape best suited for connecting a belay system or for holding equipment. Its ergonomics and Keylock system facilitate manipulations, even when wearing gloves. The Am’D carabiner is available in three locking system versions: manual SCREW-LOCK system, or automatic BALL-LOCK and TWIST-LOCK systems.
Detailed description
- Great functionality, thanks to its capacity and dimensions:- efficient shape for use on either end of the carabiner (belay systems)
– carabiner can hold a large quantity of equipment
- Good handling and ergonomics:- D shape for good handling
– shape designed for gripping with gloves on
– Keylock system to avoid any involuntary snagging of the carabiner
- Available in three locking systems, each for different situations:- SCREW-LOCK: occasional use, dirty environments
– BALL-LOCK: frequent use with practical automatic locking; secure use with triple-action opening
– TWIST-LOCK: specific use when quick opening is key (e.g. at the end of a lanyard) and when connecting a GRIGRI to the harness
Specifications
- Material(s): aluminum
- Certification(s): CE EN 12275
References
References | M34A SL | M34A BL | M34A RL |
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Weight | 70 g | 75 g | 75 g |
Locking system | SCREW-LOCK | BALL-LOCK | TWIST-LOCK |
Type | B | B | B |
Color(s) | gray | gray | gray |
Major axis strength | 27 kN | 27 kN | 27 kN |
Minor axis strength | 8 kN | 8 kN | 8 kN |
Open gate strength | 7 kN | 7 kN | 7 kN |
Gate opening | 25 mm | 25 mm | 25 mm |
Guarantee | 3 years | 3 years | 3 years |
Inner pack count | 1 | 1 | 1 |
Price | $15.95 | $20.95 | $20.95 |
Lightweight asymmetrical carabiner
The Petzl Am’D carabiner is made of aluminum. It has a D shape particularly suited for connection to equipment such as descenders or positioning lanyards. Its fluid interior design and Keylock system facilitate handling. It is available in three locking systems (SCREW-LOCK manual system or TWIST-LOCK and TRIACT-LOCK automatic systems).
Detailed description
- Aluminum carabiner is lightweight to reduce equipment weight carried by the user
- D shape is particularly suited for connection to equipment such as descenders or positioning lanyards
- Easier handling:- fluid interior design limits the risk of having a catch point and facilitates rotation of the carabiner
– Keylock system to avoid any involuntary snagging of the carabiner
- H cross-section:- ensures an optimal strength/weight ratio
– protects markings from abrasion
- Available in three different locking systems:- SCREW-LOCK: manual screw-lock with red band provides a visual warning when the carabiner is unlocked
– TWIST-LOCK: automatic locking with double-action gate opening
– TRIACT-LOCK: automatic locking with triple-action gate opening
- May be used with a CAPTIV positioning bar to favor loading of the carabiner along the major axis, to keep it integrated with the device, and to limit the risk of it flipping
Specifications
- Material(s): aluminum
- Certification(s): CE EN 362, EAC, NFPA 1983 Technical Use
Petzl Am’D PIN-LOCK
Asymmetrical aluminum carabiner, unlocks with a tool
The Am’D PIN-LOCK asymmetrical aluminum carabiner is designed for use with groups. It secures the connection of the user thanks to its PIN-LOCK system, which can only be opened by the operator with a specific unlocking tool. Am’D PIN-LOCK can be connected to the CAPTIV bar to favor positioning of the carabiner along the major axis, to limit the risk of it flipping and to keep it integrated with the device.Detailed description
- Carabiner designed for use with groups:- to fasten a harness (in combination with the CAPTIV positioning bar)
– to connect a trolley to a continuous lifeline
- Secures the connection of the user:- may be used with a CAPTIV positioning bar to favor loading of the carabiner along the major axis, to limit the risk of it flipping and to keep it integrated with the device
– PIN-LOCK locking system is unlocked only with a special tool, limiting the risk of the user opening the carabiner
- Easy to use by the operator:- Keylock system to avoid any involuntary snagging of the carabiner
– two unlocking tools: for repeated manipulations, the unlocking pin can be installed directly on a glove; for immediate and occasional use, the unlocking ring can be kept on a carabiner on the harness
– H-profile protects markings from abrasion and ensures improved strength-to-weight ratio
- Sold in ready to assemble packs of 10 with two unlocking tools or individually with the unlocking ring only
Specifications
- Material(s): aluminum
- Certification(s): CE EN 362, CE EN 12275, EAC
References | M34A PL | M34AB PL |
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Locking system | PIN-LOCK | PIN-LOCK |
sold individually | sold by pack of 10 | |
Weight | 80 g | 800 g |
Color(s) | gray | gray |
Major axis strength | 27 kN | 27 kN |
Minor axis strength | 8 kN | 8 kN |
Open gate strength | 7 kN | 7 kN |
Gate opening | 25 mm | 25 mm |
Guarantee | 3 years | 3 years |
Inner pack count | 1 | 10 |