The DMM Rhino HMS carabiner tackles cross loading head on! The horn feature on the leading edge of the spine significantly reduces the possibility of cross loading with rigging, belay & rope devices, and pulleys by restricting the rotation of devices, whilst the clean nose design provides snag-free gate entry. The smooth and robust top bar is contrasted by our signature I-Beam construction on the non-rope bearing surfaces.
After observing how sport climbers were modifying their belay karabiners with rubber bungs to prevent cross-loading when using the Petzl Grigri and Trango Cinch, DMM decided it was time to come up with a cleaner, simple, solution. The Rhino's horn prevents such devices from rotating off the top bar and on to the spine reducing the risk of cross loading, it also works well with selected DMM pulleys.
Features:
HMS for space and rigging: HMS connectors are pear shaped and often have similar characteristics to ovals in how they deal with loaded components, i.e. they also allow devices and connectors to self-centre. Moreover, the extended basket allows for additional component connection. Knots in a system such as an Italian hitch can rotate easily between taking in and paying out (even with larger diameter ropes). In general, HMS connectors are slightly oversized to accommodate the added volume of bigger ropes and to feel secure in a gloved hand.
Keylock clean nose for snag free connection: DMM's patented 'Taperlock' closing mechanism increases gate push-in and cross gate strength using a special flared profile on the nose of the carabiner, as well as allowing a snag free connection for your ropes, slings and devices.
Wide, full radius basket provides a rope and device friendly operation
Pronounced horn and flat base encourage optimal loading: The top of the Rhino's spine prevents assisted braking devices and rope controllers from twisting around the spine and cross-loading the carabiner. The Rhino's flat base helps it sit in the belay loop, and works with the horn to help the Rhino orientate correctly.
Locking Gate Types:
Screwgate: Manual locking gate requiring screwing/unscrewing of the barrel to lock/unlock.
Kwiklock: Auto-locking gate requiring two distinct actions to open.
Locksafe: Auto-locking gate requiring three distinct actions to open.
Durolock: Auto-locking gate requiring four distinct operations to open. Force must be maintained throughout or the gate returns to safe (locked).
Kwiklock ANSI: Same gate action as Kwiklock but the connector is also required to exceed 16kN in minor axis, side load and gate face tests.
Locksafe ANSI: Same gate action as Locksafe but the connector is also required to exceed 16kN in minor axis, side load and gate face tests.
Specifications:
MBS (major axis): 27kN
MBS (minor axis): 9kN
MBS (gate open): 7kN
Gate Opening: 19 / 20mm
Certification: EN 362:2004 B, EN 12275:2013 B & H
Weight:
Screwgate: 73g
Kwiklock: 81g
Locksafe: 81g
