A version of the ATC-XP that is designed for climbing instructors. It can be used as a normal ATC-XP belay plate (ideal for use with narrow ropes due to the extra friction provided by the grooves in one side of the device), but also suitable for use with single ropes by turning it around.
However, by anchoring it via the large hole it can be used as a device whereby two clients can be bought up together, and if one falls, the rope will automatically lock off. This large hole is now oval-shaped so that it allows you to feed and pull rope more easily.
Unlike most other such "guide plates", by threading a loop of cord or a small karabiner through the small hole, the locked off rope can also be freed under load.
- Multiple friction modes for belaying and abseiling.
- Improved handling in guide mode.
- Updated construction makes the device 10% lighter with improved rope handling.
- Auto-block release hole accepts small karabiners.
- Durable cable holds its shape and resists getting caught up and bent.
Weight: ca 80g (previous version was 88g!)