Black Diamond - ATC-XP - Blue - Belay Device

Black Diamond ATC‑XP – Tube-Style Belay & Rappel Device, Now 30% Lighter ️

️ Technical Specifications

• Weight: 64 g

• Material: 80% aluminum body, 20% nylon-coated steel cable

• Rope Compatibility: 7.7–11 mm

• Friction Modes:

  • Standard mode: Normal tube friction for everyday belaying

  • High‑friction mode: Offers ~3× more stopping power using toothed grooves

• Design Enhancements:

  • Machined cut‑outs reduce weight while maintaining structural strength

  • Steel cable retains shape and resists snagging between ropes

Why climbers love it

Like forging a sleeker, faster longship, Black Diamond refined the ATC‑XP into a belay device that balances weight and performance. The high-friction grooves mean less grip fatigue when holding a hanging climber, while the lightened frame keeps your rack nimble. Its rugged cable spine and 3-mode rope compatibility make it a go-to for gym sessions, sport leads, or alpine raps. Reliable, intuitive, and built to last—just as a true Viking tool should be.

Skål to belays that feel effortless and gear that stands the test of sagas!