The Stainless Steel Pear Shaped Snap Hook is a compact spring hook designed for quick, reliable connections in marine, architectural, and general-purpose applications. Its wider pear-shaped body offers extra space at the large end, making it ideal for attaching chains, ropes, and webbing where a smooth, corrosion-resistant connection is required.
The Pear-shaped (Egg-shaped) Snap Hook features a smooth, rounded profile designed to minimize snagging on ropes, nets, or sails. Manufactured from marine-grade stainless steel, it is the superior choice for dynamic marine environments, boating, and general outdoor utility where a non-abrasive connector is required.
The smooth, rounded Pear / Egg shape minimizes sharp edges and snag points. Ideal for use with sails, nets, and lines that move frequently.
Manufactured from high-quality AISI 316 (Marine Grade) or AISI 304 Stainless Steel. Offers maximum resistance to saltwater corrosion and harsh weather.
Equipped with a reliable stainless steel spring mechanism for quick, one-handed attachment and secure closure. Polished finish ensures smooth operation.
Perfect for boating, sailing, camping, flagpoles, and shade sails. Available in wire diameters from 5mm to 12mm.
| Item No. | Size (Wire Dia x Length) (mm) |
WLL (lbs) |
Product Code |
|---|---|---|---|
| S-ESH05050 | 5 x 50 | 100 | 704103050 |
| S-ESH06060 | 6 x 60 | 140 | 704103060 |
| S-ESH07070 | 7 x 70 | 200 | 704103070 |
| S-ESH08080 | 8 x 80 | 250 | 704103080 |
| S-ESH09090 | 9 x 90 | 280 | 704103090 |
| S-ESH10100 | 10 x 100 | 400 | 704103100 |
| S-ESH11120 | 11 x 120 | 500 | 704103120 |
| S-ESH12140 | 12 x 140 | 600 | 704103140 |
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).
