Aluminum is significantly lighter than steel and is therefore fat more popular in the outdoor and climbing industries where weight is a major factor.
Non-Locking Gate for general use and when clipping quickly is important. All non-locking carabiners are spring-loaded to ensure immediate gate closure upon release.
Straight gate is most common gate used. Tends to be a bit stronger than bent gate carabiners.
Key nose carabiner does not have a notch to snag onto anything. Making clipping/unclipping simple.
Oval Shape this symmetrical shape keeps the load from shifting, creating more stability.
