The Difference Between Karabiner Locking Mechanisms

Silver screwgate karabiners connected to the tool lanyard of a safety harness

Our range of karabiners/connectors/mallions are available with different locking mechanisms. These locking mechanisms have one major thing in common and that’s to prevent the accidental opening or unlocking of the karabiner. SCREWGATE (SCREW-LOCK) Mechanism: A screwgate system involves a karabiner with a gate that can be manually threaded to lock it in place, covering the […]