Nite Ize SlideLock Stainless Steel Carabiner — Black Size 3

The Nite Ize SlideLock is a flat-profile stainless steel carabiner with a patented sliding closure. Size 3 measures 59x38x10 mm and weighs 14 g, making it a practical choice for EDC keyrings, gear lanyards, and quick attachments on a pack or belt. It is not rated for climbing or for any application where an accidental release could cause harm to people or property.

The SlideLock mechanism works with a simple linear slide of the gate: no two-direction press required as with screw-gate carabiners, which means one-handed operation even with gloves on. The trade-off is the one typical of quick-release systems: faster to use than a screw-gate, but less resistant to accidental opening from impact than a double-action system. For outdoor loads and accessories it is a balanced option; for critical loads or high-impact environments, a double-locking system is worth considering.

The flat stainless steel profile is less bulky in a pocket than traditional round-wire carabiners and holds a gate-open strength of 11 kg. The stainless alloy needs no additional maintenance even after prolonged exposure to rain, sweat, or humid environments.

Key points

• One-directional slide closure: opens and closes with one hand, useful when the other is occupied.
• Flat profile at 10 mm thick: slides into pockets without snagging and adds no unnecessary bulk on a belt.
• Stainless steel: no surface finish to protect, no rust in wet conditions.
• Stated breaking load of 11 kg: adequate for EDC gear, keyrings, and light pack accessories.
• Dimensions 59x38 mm and weight of 14 g: barely noticeable in a pocket, adds nothing meaningful to kit weight.
• Not rated for climbing or height applications: intended solely for gear organisation and EDC.