Raumer Handy Carabiner
Art. 163 – Stainless Steel “Brake” Carabiner HANDY
A snapgate carabiner in AISI 304 stainless steel, used in combination with caving descenders (pulley or figure of 8) on a single rope.
Description
The most important feature of this patented carabiner is that it allows the user to vary the descent simply by moving the rope into the narrow section of the carabiner, eliminating almost all downwards force.
In addition the carabiner is equipped with a stainless steel twisted ring which can be clipped into the semi-circular maillon on the harness.
This ring makes this carabiner suitable for all descent speeds on any type of rope.
It is small and light and does not exert any damage on the rope.
Technical Specifications
This carabiner has been very popular with technically advanced cavers.
The brake/snapgate is an almost indispensable accessory for larger people or with use of a heavy haul sack, perhaps on new and dry ropes.
Although some people are reluctant to use braking carabiners, we strongly recommend it as with correct use it can prevent potentially very dangerous situations.
References
Weight: 135 gr
R = 12 kN (including the twisted ring)
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Great Piece of Equipment
I paired this with my new Petzl Simple and it works perfectly as a brake biner. Thanks for the fast and excellent service, Elevated Climbing!
United StatesHighly Recommended
You NEED one of these if you're using a Bobbin or Stop descender - the twisty puts the Handy in perfect position, the progressive narrowing allows for precise control, and most importantly, this braking carabiner is *required* for safe rappelling with these devices. Heavy and expensive, it's made of steel so you'll only need one!
United StatesPersonal Service
Great to be able to communicate with the owner directly. The Handy is a great friction device.
United StatesLove the Raumer Handy. Thanks,
Love the Raumer Handy. Thanks, Mike!
United StatesBig guy on a little rope.
I bought this because I'm a big guy and don't favor racks. So I needed more braking power than a basic carabiner offers when using a bobbin. At 6' 3'' 245 pounds, this little device stops me with almost no effort, unlike the death grip I had to have when using a standard carabiner.