Tricam

As the webbing is pulled, the downward force is pivoted onto the point, which can bite into soft rock or ice and increases the holding power of the tricam.

[2] Tricams are not as easy to place or remove as spring-loaded camming devices (SLCDs) but are cheaper and lighter.

They have no moving parts to freeze, making them an excellent choice for a mountaineer's rack.

Typically, this additional safety is provided by clipping a longer sling to the tricam.

[2] They are especially useful in horizontal cracks, quarry drill holes, and limestone pockets, where they may be the only type of protection that works.