Atc Belay Device

Anatomy of an atc.

Atc belay device.

If you are in need of a fancier device i would recommend looking at this company as they have many different types. Often copied but never equaled the black diamond atc belay device provides lightweight yet durable belaying and rappelling performance anytime anywhere. With the right belay device a small weak climber can easily arrest the fall of a much heavier partner. These are the openings in the belay device to pass the ropes through most atcs have 2 rope slots which allow them to belay half or twin ropes.

It is designed to improve belay safety for the climber by allowing the belayer to manage their duties with minimal physical effort. A belay device acts as a brake on the climbing rope by applying friction to it. It isn t one of the assisted braking belay devices but for the how much it cost it is a great product. This belay device is simple yet effective and manages to get the job done.

If the belayer is hit by a rock slammed into the wall or the rope somehow slips out of their grip a falling climber will hit the deck in about one second. The device plus the belayer s quick braking hand which locks off the free end of the rope helps keep tension on the rope and helps protect the climber at the other end. Available at rei 100 satisfaction guaranteed. This is the main body of the belay device.