How to Attach POM Black Key 3-Pack to Your Keychain
By POM Pepper Spray | The Next Generation of Self-Defense | Published: 2026-10-26
Category: How-to Guides
Learn how to attach the POM Black Key 3-Pack to your keychain for quick access. Step-by-step guide with common mistakes and checkpoints.
Quick Answer
Attach the POM Black Key 3-Pack to your keychain by threading the included key ring through the keychain hole on the unit, then secure it to your main ring. Ensure the flip-top is closed and the clip is oriented for quick access.
Why Keychain Carry Works for POM Black Key
The POM Black Key 3-Pack is designed with a compact ½ fluid ounce unit, measuring 7/8" diameter and 3½" length, making it a natural fit for keychain carry. The keychain hole allows you to keep the pepper spray attached to your keys, so it's always within reach without adding bulk to your pockets or bag.
One trade-off is that keychain carry can cause the spray to swing or dangle, which might make it slightly slower to deploy if you're fumbling. However, the POM patented flip-top safety design prevents accidental misfire, so you can carry it confidently knowing it won't discharge unless you intentionally open it.
Step-by-Step Attachment Guide
- Gather your keychain and POM Black Key unit: Find a keychain ring that fits through the hole on the POM Black Key unit. A split ring works best. Make sure the flip-top is closed and locked before you start. Check that the flip-top is fully closed to avoid accidental spray during attachment.
- Thread the split ring through the keychain hole: Open the split ring slightly and slide it through the keychain hole on the POM unit. If the ring is too stiff, use a small flathead screwdriver to open it gently. Don't force the ring; you could scratch the unit or bend the ring.
- Attach the split ring to your main keychain: Slide the split ring (with the POM unit) onto your main keychain ring. Position the unit so the flip-top is facing upward or outward for easy access when you grab it. Test the orientation by simulating a quick grab; adjust if the flip-top is hard to reach.
- Secure the split ring and test the attachment: Ensure the split ring is fully closed and the POM unit is snug. Give it a gentle tug to confirm it won't detach. Then practice opening the flip-top with one hand to ensure smooth access. If the unit swings too much, consider adding a small carabiner to shorten the distance, but avoid adding extra bulk.
Product Facts
- POM Black Key 3-Pack - Black + Purple: The POM Black Key unit has a ½ fluid oz. capacity with up to 20 half-second bursts or 10 seconds of continuous spray, and features a patented flip-top safety design. This means you can rely on multiple defensive uses and the flip-top prevents accidental discharge while attached to your keychain.
POM Black Key 3-Pack - Black + Purple
