Different Types Of Snaps(1/5)
Snaps—also known as spring hooks orsnap hooks, are a common but essential component in a huge range of industrial applications, from dog leashes to theatrical lighting.
This page will explore the different types of snaps and their applications
Snap Hooks
The traditional snap hook is perhaps the most common type. Snap hooks are equipped with a durable spring that allows for strong, quick attachment to a rope, cable, chain, or other line.
Metal snap hooks can come from a wide variety of source materials, such as brass, stainless steel, and die-cast zinc. Zinc alloy snap hooks are often used for bag snap hook and dog leashes snap hook.
USE IT, DON’T ABUSE IT
DON’T connect two or more snap hooks to each other
DON’T use two connectors to same D-Ring
DON’T use in an incompatible or irregular application (e.g. undersized anchor)
DON’T connect your snap hook directly to webbing, lanyard or horizontal lifeline
DON’T use in an application that puts load directly on the gate