--- product_id: 7774517 title: "CamJam XT Cord Tightener" brand: "nite ize" price: "A$24" currency: AUD in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 url: https://www.desertcart.com.au/products/7774517-camjam-xt-cord-tightener store_origin: AU region: Australia --- # Fits 2-5mm rope sizes 280 lb working load limit Durable cast aluminum build CamJam XT Cord Tightener **Brand:** nite ize **Price:** A$24 **Availability:** βœ… In Stock ## Summary > πŸ”— Tighten smarter, not harder β€” never lose grip on your adventure! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** CamJam XT Cord Tightener by nite ize - **How much does it cost?** A$24 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.com.au](https://www.desertcart.com.au/products/7774517-camjam-xt-cord-tightener) ## Best For - nite ize enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted nite ize brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - β€’ **Built to Endure:** Rugged cast aluminum construction designed for heavy-duty use and long-lasting reliability. - β€’ **Compact & Lightweight:** At just 1.28 oz and 2.5" length, it’s the ultimate portable tensioning tool for on-the-go pros. - β€’ **Precision Fit for Paracord:** Optimized for 2mm–5mm ropes, ideal for high-strength paracord and lightweight cords. - β€’ **Versatile Outdoor Essential:** Perfect for camping, securing gear, hanging hammocks, or truck loads with included carabiner clip. - β€’ **Effortless Knot-Free Tensioning:** CamJam tech lets you tighten and release ropes in secondsβ€”no knots, no hassle. ## Overview The Nite Ize CamJam XT Cord Tightener is a compact, cast aluminum rope tensioner engineered for professional-grade load securing. Featuring a 280 lb working load limit and innovative knot-free cam technology, it fits ropes from 2mm to 5mm, making it perfect for camping, hiking, and gear tie-downs. Lightweight yet durable, it includes a carabiner clip for versatile attachment and is backed by a worry-free guarantee. ## Description desertcart.com: Nite Ize CamJam XT Aluminum Rope Tightener - Adjustable Rope Tightener Carabiner - Hiking & Camping Gear Essentials - Helps Tie Down Gear & Tents : Nite Ize: Sports & Outdoors Review: Great design and product - These little Cam locks are brilliant. They're perfect for parachord. I bought a couple for camping and liked them so much I bought about 6 more. I use them to tie down the poles of the tarp over the kitchen area. Having the cam makes it very easy to adjust the tension on the poles, which adjusts the tension on the tarp. I like that they're all metal and no plastic parts because this makes them very sturdy. Plus they'll last a long time. I also use a set for setting up cross lines between trees, either for setting up a clothes line for items to dry or to act at the peak of the tarp. The cam makes it very easy to tighten, where in the past I would have tied a knot, making it hard to get tight and even harder to un-do. We've all put up drying lines, loaded them with wet towels, only to see them sag too much causing items to slide to the middle and force you to re-tighten the line. This makes it so easy. These are overkill for support lines on tents. You could use them, but I think the smaller plastic versions might be just as good unless you were planning to be in really heavy wind. Be aware, there are limitations on the diameter of rope you can use with these. I believe it's 2MM to 6MM. So many standard ropes won't work well. As I mentioned earlier, Parachord works perfectly. Also be aware they make many tiers of parachord. The standard stuff you see in Home Depot might only have a strength of 60 - 160lbs, where you can buy parachord online that goes up to 700lbs....yet has the same diameter. It might be the difference between spending $3 for 100ft vs $9 for 100ft....so for $6 more why not get something much stronger. I haven't tried using these to tie down items on the roof rack (i.e. ladder or our sea kayaks) but I might give it a try. If I have an epic fail, I'll be sure to update my review. As with any cam or strap you put outside your car to hold gear down, make sure you tie a backup knot on the tag end, securing the tag to the primary rope. It's just in case a cam slips. I do this today with my Thule straps. In 15 years of having items like kayaks on my car roof rack, I've had them slip twice. Usually due to getting wet and the cam not fully gripping the strap. The simple knot saved everything. So please have a back-up knot for this as well. Review: Great cam locks - These have been awesome! Great quality, easy to use, and decent value. The work as intended. Would definitely buy it again. ## Features - Rugged Rope Tightener Construction: This aluminum rope tightener is made from durable cast aluminum, designed to withstand heavy loads and frequent use; this system has a working load limit of 280 lb and break strength of 837 lb - Knot-Free Technology for Camping Gear: This cable tightener features our signature CamJam knot-free tightening and tensioning technology for easy and secure adjustments - Cord Tightener with Versatile Use: Equipped with a carabiner clip, this rope tightener is perfect for packing camping gear, securing loads in trucks, or hanging hammocks - Easy Operation & Adjustable Rope TIghtener: Quickly secure and release heavy loads with the intuitive cam mechanism; this tightener fits rope sizes up to 2mm–5mm (1/16"–3/16") ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B00KSKY0KS | | Best Sellers Rank | #89,130 in Tools & Home Improvement ( See Top 100 in Tools & Home Improvement ) #176 in Tie-Down Ratcheting | | Brand Name | Nite Ize | | Color | Black | | Customer Reviews | 4.7 4.7 out of 5 stars (4,396) | | Global Trade Identification Number | 00094664030305 | | Included Components | Unit Instruction Guide | | Item Dimensions L x W | 2.5"L x 1.68"W | | Item Type Name | CamJam Cord Tightener | | Item Weight | 1.28 ounces | | Lock Type | Combination Lock | | Manufacturer | Nite Ize | | Material Type | Cast Aluminum | | Shape | D-Shape | | UPC | 094664030305 757274166702 | | Unit Count | 1.0 Count | | Warranty Description | All Nite Ize products purchased from authorized resellers are backed by our Worry-Free Guarantee. | ## Product Details - **Brand:** Nite Ize - **Color:** Black - **Item Weight:** 1.28 ounces - **Material:** Cast Aluminum - **Shape:** D-Shape ## Images ![CamJam XT Cord Tightener - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/613vuTH47PL.jpg) ![CamJam XT Cord Tightener - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81bBzE0qzHL.jpg) ![CamJam XT Cord Tightener - Image 3](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61yJCFDKQWL.jpg) ![CamJam XT Cord Tightener - Image 4](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71KEEaUDlDL.jpg) ![CamJam XT Cord Tightener - Image 5](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/713AKfAw2XL.jpg) ## Available Options This product comes in different **Style** options. ## Questions & Answers **Q: How come the multi-packs are more than the singles, per unit?** A: 4 pack is plastic. The other one is aluminum **Q: what diameter rope will this handle?** A: 1/8" Nylon Parachute-Chord **Q: Can you tell why the description says "280lbs Load Limit", but if you zoom in on the package it says 100lbs? Which is it?** A: If you're looking at the pic on the one that comes with paracord, then it's more likely the paracord's safe working load because the CamJam XT Aluminum itself is plenty strong. 550 Paracord comes in several versions and it's all about the materials in the core (typically 7 strands and 3 yarns in a nylon sheath)... The cheap-o basic Walmart "paracord" has 7 strands, is ~5/32" (4mm) thick, and has a working load listed at ~110lbs. Despite saying it's rated at 550lbs, that IS NOT the safe working load. If you have military grade 550 cord - the REAL stuff, it's the same diameter, and just use that for a very secure device that you can have confidence in... that's what I did and I've picked myself up (220lbs) with this on this (metal) version of the CamJam just to see if the cam would break off like the plastic one does. I was impressed with this and use it for a fast hammock tarp setup with snakeskins. I used to tie it up and am fast/strong with that, but, when teaching my daughters how to set up their own tarps, this was just WAY EASIER! **Q: Will these work well with paracord?** A: I used one with 550 paracord to hold up a 16x20 tarp over my tent. It worked great. I did tie off the loose end just in case. I want to get some of the larger size for bigger diameter rope. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great design and product *by B***. on May 29, 2015* These little Cam locks are brilliant. They're perfect for parachord. I bought a couple for camping and liked them so much I bought about 6 more. I use them to tie down the poles of the tarp over the kitchen area. Having the cam makes it very easy to adjust the tension on the poles, which adjusts the tension on the tarp. I like that they're all metal and no plastic parts because this makes them very sturdy. Plus they'll last a long time. I also use a set for setting up cross lines between trees, either for setting up a clothes line for items to dry or to act at the peak of the tarp. The cam makes it very easy to tighten, where in the past I would have tied a knot, making it hard to get tight and even harder to un-do. We've all put up drying lines, loaded them with wet towels, only to see them sag too much causing items to slide to the middle and force you to re-tighten the line. This makes it so easy. These are overkill for support lines on tents. You could use them, but I think the smaller plastic versions might be just as good unless you were planning to be in really heavy wind. Be aware, there are limitations on the diameter of rope you can use with these. I believe it's 2MM to 6MM. So many standard ropes won't work well. As I mentioned earlier, Parachord works perfectly. Also be aware they make many tiers of parachord. The standard stuff you see in Home Depot might only have a strength of 60 - 160lbs, where you can buy parachord online that goes up to 700lbs....yet has the same diameter. It might be the difference between spending $3 for 100ft vs $9 for 100ft....so for $6 more why not get something much stronger. I haven't tried using these to tie down items on the roof rack (i.e. ladder or our sea kayaks) but I might give it a try. If I have an epic fail, I'll be sure to update my review. As with any cam or strap you put outside your car to hold gear down, make sure you tie a backup knot on the tag end, securing the tag to the primary rope. It's just in case a cam slips. I do this today with my Thule straps. In 15 years of having items like kayaks on my car roof rack, I've had them slip twice. Usually due to getting wet and the cam not fully gripping the strap. The simple knot saved everything. So please have a back-up knot for this as well. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great cam locks *by J***N on August 17, 2025* These have been awesome! Great quality, easy to use, and decent value. The work as intended. Would definitely buy it again. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Get off the fence and buy it! *by K***S on February 4, 2026* Bought this as a gift for someone and now I am back buying myself a few. So handy! Perfect size and the jam holds the cordage great. They are a bit pricy and there are some cheaper plastic models but this one will probably outlast you. ## Frequently Bought Together - Nite Ize CamJam XT Aluminum Rope Tightener - Adjustable Rope Tightener Carabiner - Hiking & Camping Gear Essentials - Helps Tie Down Gear & Tents - Nite Ize CamJam Cord Tightener - Tie Down Rope Tightener with Carabiner Clip - Lightweight Utility Cord Tightener for Camping Accessories & Hiking Gear - 4 Pack - Paracord Planet Paracord (50+ Colors) - 1,000 Foot spools - 250 Foot spools - 100 feet Hank --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - πŸ›’ **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** β€” Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** β€” Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - πŸ’° **No Hidden Fees** β€” All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - πŸ”„ **15-Day Free Returns** β€” Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - πŸ”’ **Secure Payments** β€” Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** β€” Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.com.au/products/7774517-camjam-xt-cord-tightener](https://www.desertcart.com.au/products/7774517-camjam-xt-cord-tightener) --- *Product available on Desertcart Australia* *Store origin: AU* *Last updated: 2026-05-16*