Aluminum is significantly lighter than steel and is therefore far more popular in the outdoor and climbing industries where weight is a major factor.
Locking Gate come with a separate mechanism or sleeve that ensures the carabiner does not accidentally open. There are several types of locking carabiners that we manufacture.
Screw Locking gate is the most common. A sleeve must manually be loosened to unlock or tightened.
Pin Nose Gate is a notch in the nose of the carabiner to maintain the structure and strength. This nose type is typically stronger.
Modified “D” shape. This shape helps to push the load to the back of the “spine”. Allows weight to be carried primarily by the spine and less by the gate—making for a stronger and lighter use.
Outer Dimensions 4.4" x 2.55" / Gate opening (3/4")
