Descenders and Belay Devices

El DiabloThe most versatile device of its kind on the market today! Unlike other devices on the market, the El Diablo can be used with either the right or left hand. There is no guessing which way to put the device on the carabiner to use it properly...

Designed to meet the demanding requirements of arborists and professional riggers, these rings feature an ultra-smooth interior radius for smooth, predictable movement on a harness bridge or as part of a friction saver. The best-in-class strength ratings...

The SMC Rigging Ring is the strongest aluminum ring of its size in the market and is only limited by your imagination and rigging expertise.  The SMC Rigging Ring was designed as the ultimate climbing accessory and can be used in conjunction with...

The original rappel rings. SMC Descending Rings are light-weight, one-piece aluminum rings which are used as part of a non-permanent rappel anchor. They are intended to protect webbing or cordage anchors from wear caused by pulling your rope. The low...

  The Micro U-Rack is designed for caving and technical canyoneering. Light-weight, with durable stainless-steel bars, it’s equipped with two Tie-Off Bars that can also be used to quickly add friction or facilitate tie-offs. At 8.6”...

SMC sells rack frames and bars separately so experienced practitioners can build racks to suit their unique preferences. Our 14.5” J Rack frame. Beautifully welded design, all stainless steel. Comes with lock nut. Does not include bars. Assembly...

Flat Rack J Frame (or Open Racks) differ from U racks because they allow the user to adjust friction, while under load, by adding or removing bars. This unique feature results in greater control of the rate of descent. SMC J racks formed out of...

Exceptional control when starting acceleration, rappelling speed, and deceleration for stopping are the most notable characteristics of the Descent Control 8 Descender. Light weight, tough, and stainless steel wear-resistant surfaces are other important...

Easy to rig and handle when wearing gloves, this new compact and lightweight descender has smooth action on belay or rappel. Made with high quality aluminum for optimal strength to weight ratio. Hard coat anodized black for durability and extra...

Originally designed as a personal escape device to be used by firefighters in bailout situations, this ultra-light and compact descender is now the personal choice of countless members of SAR and Ski Patrol teams, law enforcement and military around the...

The Russ Anderson/SMC Figure 8 (with ears) is one of the most popular full-sized descenders used by professionals throughout the rescue, fire service, police/tactical and industrial/work related markets. This is the smaller of two sizes of Figure 8 (the...

Fast and easy loading, the Black Diamond Super 8 belay/rappel device uses a unique design that eliminates excess material by thinning out the non-rope bearing areas. Sold in assorted colors. Modern 8 design for smooth handling Ideal for the retro...