A versatile belay device that connects directly to your harness. 

The EDELRID Pinch is an assisted braking belay device which connects without the use of a carabiner to a belay loop or anchor. It acts and feels like a compact device while giving direct feedback when belaying and also provides safe handling and increased efficiency when feeding out rope. The pinch comes with a anti-panic function that activates if the brake lever is pulled too far back, making the Pinch the ideal belay device for beginners. The brake grooves are made of steel for longevity and improved control when lowering and abseiling. This new device is ideal for sport climbing and multi-pitch climbing and useful in certain rope access scenarios. 

Pinch Features

• Direct Harness Attachment: eliminates the risk of cross-loading the belay carabiner 
• Enhanced Rope Handling: Offers an extended span to pay out an additional 20 - 30 cm of rope in a single motion, coupled with a linear rope path through steel braking grooves to minimize tangles.
• Adjustable Braking Control: Features a braking system controllable by hand pressure and a release lever, allowing for precise speed adjustments, particularly beneficial with thin, soft ropes.
• Safety Features: Includes an anti-panic function (Which can be disabled) for increased safety across all user levels and a secondary braking tier for controlled lowering, especially in scenarios involving lighter climbers or high rope friction.
• Versatile Multi-Pitch Use: The only device capable of being mounted at the belay station in four different 90° orientations, ensuring optimal lever operation regardless of positioning.
• Equal operation for right and left-handed users
• Suitable for dynamic ropes from 8.5 to 10.5 mm diameter