Black Diamond ATC-XP

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The ATC-XP is a belay/rappel device made by Black Diamond. It has an average rating of 5 stars (out of 5), based on 1 user review.

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From Moosejaw:
"On Sale. Black Diamond ATC-XP (Spring 2008) The ATC-XP Friction Device by Black Diamond maintains the silky-smooth feeding of the ATC but ups the braking power. For belaying and rappelling with 7.7-11 mm ropes, it s designed with a smooth, low-friction side and a high-friction side with v-shaped grooves for three times more friction. An extended central web keeps biners and ropes properly oriented and helps reduce kinking.Weight: 89 g (3.1 oz)"

From Backcountry.com:
"The Black Diamond ATC-XP is a true variable-friction belay and rappel device with wicked holding power. With the ATC-XP, a climber can control how much friction they want while belaying or rapping, which in turn means greater control with multiple rope diameters. Ice climbing with an 8.1mm rope? Use the ATC-XP in high friction mode, pulling the rope over its contoured teeth. Rappelling with a fuzzy 11mm down a granite slab? Use the device in regular friction mode. An extended central web keeps 'biners and ropes properly oriented and reduces kinking. This Black Diamond belay device is such a favorite among climbers that it won the Climbing Magazine Editor's Choice Award. *Assorted colors."

From REI:
"Give yourself ultimate control over any rappel or belay with this truly variable friction device. Variable friction design gives greater control over a multiple of rope diameters. Use HFM (high friction mode) for thin ropes, wet conditions or rapping with a heavy haul bag. Use LFM (low friction mode) when rapping with a fuzzy 11mm rope or speed rapping in your camo. Die-cast 380 aluminum is 44% heavier and 20% harder than the original ATC for even more durability. Versatile double-slot design allows you to feed single or double ropes smoothly, yet hold falls with ease: won't kink the rope."

From Oregon Mountain Community:
"The Black Diamond ATC-XP offers two modes of use so you can give a smooth ride to anyone. Deep, cleated V-grooves provide three times the holding power in its high friction mode for catching heavier climbers or when using smaller ropes in icy conditions. This versatile device works with 7.7 mm to 11 mm ropes and is excellent for all-season use."