SALEWA Mechanical Dice Friend Set 0.4, 0.5, 0.75, 1, 2, 3 WILD COUNTRY

Halfway up a granite crack, forearms burning, you reach for a cam that must hold. The SALEWA Mechanical Dice Friend Set includes six single-axle cams (sizes 0.4, 0.5, 0.75, 1, 2, 3) built for trad and aid climbing. Hot-forged 6082-T6 aluminium lobes bite into flaring seams, while the 10mm Dyneema sling keeps weight low and durability high. A constant cam angle of 13.75° delivers consistent holding power from 13.2 mm to 56.9 mm.

Key specifications

• Set of 6 cams: sizes 0.4, 0.5, 0.75, 1, 2, 3
• Single axle design with flexible single stem
• Lobe material: hot-forged 6082-T6 aluminium alloy
• Sling material: 10mm Dyneema
• Strength ratings: 9 kN (sizes 0.4, 0.5, 0.75), 10 kN (sizes 1, 2, 3)
• Certification: CE EN 12276, UIAA 121
• Ergonomic thumb loop and extendable sling
• Anodized colour coding for quick size identification
• Hollow axles reduce weight without compromising strength

Why choose it

These cams are engineered for reliability in critical placements. The hot-forged lobes and Dyneema sling provide an excellent strength-to-weight ratio, while the constant cam angle delivers predictable performance. The ergonomic thumb loop allows easy handling even with gloves, and the extendable sling reduces rope drag on wandering routes. Anodized colour coding helps you grab the right size instantly, saving precious seconds on lead.

Ideal use cases

• Trad climbing on granite, sandstone, and limestone cracks
• Aid climbing on big walls and technical routes
• Protecting parallel and slightly flaring cracks
• Building anchors with a range of cam sizes

Good to know

Each cam is colour-coded by size for rapid identification. The flexible stem allows placement in horizontal cracks and pockets. The single-axle design reduces weight and bulk on your rack. CE and UIAA certified, these cams meet rigorous safety standards for climbing protection.