The H-Lift Aluminium Snap Hook Carbiner B Type is a lightweight, multi-purpose connector designed for quick, tool-free attachment of ropes, chains, webbing, and accessories. Its smooth aluminium body and spring-loaded gate allow rapid opening and automatic closing, making it ideal for everyday and light-duty applications where frequent connection and disconnection are required.
The Aluminium B-Type Snap Hook features a modified body profile specifically designed to sit better on webbing straps, bags, and tool lanyards compared to standard A-type hooks. Lightweight and rust-proof, it is an essential accessory for camping, hiking, and utility organization.
The modified eye profile allows the hook to align more securely with flat webbing, straps, and bag loops, preventing twisting better than standard round-profile hooks.
Made from high-quality Aluminum Alloy. Provides a strong yet incredibly lightweight solution for carrying gear without adding bulk to your pack.
Naturally rust-proof material makes it ideal for outdoor camping, hiking, and marine environments where steel hooks might degrade over time.
Equipped with a smooth spring-loaded gate for rapid, one-handed attachment and detachment of keys, tools, and accessories.
| Item No. | Size (mm) |
Wire Dia. (mm) |
Length (mm) |
Product Code |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ASB05050 | 5 x 50 | 5 | 50 | 704022550 |
| ASB06060 | 6 x 60 | 6 | 60 | 704022660 |
| ASB07070 | 7 x 70 | 7 | 70 | 704022770 |
| ASB08080 | 8 x 80 | 8 | 80 | 704022880 |
Types, Applications, Usage & Safety Guidelines
A Snap Hook (also known as a spring hook, carabiner hook, or clip hook) is a metal coupling link with a spring-loaded gate. The gate allows the hook to quickly and reversibly connect components, making it one of the most versatile pieces of hardware in rigging, maritime, and general utility applications.
They are designed to connect ropes, chains, straps, or cables to other components like eye bolts, D-rings, or loops, allowing for rapid attachment and detachment without the need for tools.
Snap hooks come in various shapes and locking mechanisms depending on their intended use. The most common types include:
Design: The classic pear-shaped or oval fire brigade snap hook. It typically has a simple spring-loaded gate.
Use: General utility, shade sails, attaching cables, light rigging, and pet leashes.
Design: Features a rotating eye at the base that allows the hook to spin 360 degrees.
Use: Preventing tangles in ropes, leashes, flagpoles, and keychains.
Design: A more rounded, robust profile often used in marine environments.
Use: Marine, boating, and industrial applications where a smoother profile is required to prevent snagging.
Design: Uses a spring-loaded plunger (bolt) operated by a thumb trigger rather than a hinged gate.
Use: Scuba diving, pet leashes, and horse reins. Known for being very secure and less likely to open accidentally.
Snap hooks are ubiquitous across many industries:
Most snap hooks operate on a simple push-to-open principle. The spring mechanism ensures the gate snaps back into the closed position automatically as soon as it is released.
Standard DIN 5299C snap hooks are generally NOT certified for overhead lifting or personal fall protection (climbing/safety harnesses). For life-safety applications, you must use rated, certified carabiners (e.g., EN 362 or ANSI Z359 standards).
