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Egg Shaped Snap Hook
An egg-shaped spring-loaded snap hook with a smooth, rounded profile designed to reduce snagging and improve handling in tight or crowded rigging environments. Available in SS 316, SS 304, or aluminium alloy steel, with sizes from 50mm to 100mm across the hook opening. Each unit is packed in clean poly bags, then cartons and pallets for export.
- Material
- SS 316 / 304 / Aluminium Alloy steel
- Packing
- clean poly bags plus cartons plus pallets
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- Spring Snap Hooks and Quick Links
- Certificates
- EN 10204 3.1 material test certificate on request
CAD files are supplied on request via WhatsApp or email rather than published for open download.
Key Benefits
What Egg Shaped Snap Hook Gives You
- Egg-shaped profile minimises snagging on ropes, webbing, and structural edges during rigging operations
- Smooth rounded body reduces stress concentration and wear on synthetic and wire rope
- Spring-loaded gate opens wide for easy attachment and closes securely under load
- Available in SS 316, SS 304, or aluminium alloy steel for corrosion resistance or weight reduction
- Compact design fits into tight spaces where a standard D-shackle or hook would not
- Clean poly bag packaging prevents contamination before use
- Standard 4:1 design factor ensures safe working load is maintained under dynamic conditions
Application Scenarios
Where Egg Shaped Snap Hook Is Used
- Marine mooring and anchoring where the hook must pass through tight chocks or around bollards without catching
- Cargo securing in logistics where the hook needs to attach to multiple tie-down points without snagging
- Industrial rigging in confined spaces such as inside machinery frames or between beams
- Offshore platform maintenance where a lightweight, snag-free hook is needed for tool and equipment handling
- Rigging with synthetic webbing or Dyneema slings where sharp edges can damage the material
Who It Is For
Buyers This Product Is Built For
- Marine and offshore contractors specifying mooring and rigging hardware for vessels and platforms
- Logistics and freight companies sourcing tie-down hardware for truck and container cargo
- Industrial maintenance teams working in tight or complex machinery environments
- Rigging suppliers building complete rigging kits that require low-profile, snag-free fittings
- Equipment manufacturers integrating snap hooks into tool and accessory assemblies
Problems It Solves
Problems This Product Removes
- Rope or webbing getting caught on sharp edges or protrusions during hook insertion or removal
- Gate failure due to stress concentration at the hinge point in standard D-shaped hooks
- Bulk and weight of larger hooks making them hard to handle in confined spaces
- Corrosion damage on hooks used in saltwater or humid environments
- Need to source a hook and a separate swivel or shackle for a single attachment point
- Inconsistent packaging leading to contamination or damage during transit
Technical Features
Technical Features
- Egg-shaped body with smooth, continuous curvature to reduce snagging
- Spring-loaded gate with positive closure under load
- Drop-forged or machined body in SS 316, SS 304, or aluminium alloy steel
- Standard 4:1 design factor with minimum breaking load four times the safe working load
- Working load limit stamped on the body for traceability
- Clean poly bag packaging with carton and pallet shipping
- Available in sizes 50mm to 100mm across the hook opening
Specifications
Egg Shaped Snap Hook Specifications
Values published in the Kailipu catalogue for this item. Anything not listed is available on request.
| Capacity Range | 400 lbs to 1000 lbs safe working load |
|---|---|
| Material | SS 316, SS 304, or aluminium alloy steel |
| Surface Finish | Polished or as per material standard |
| 50mm Dimensions | A 50 B 10 C 10 D 6 WLL 400 lbs WT 0.02 kg |
| 70mm Dimensions | A 70 B 14 C 14 D 9.5 WLL 600 lbs WT 0.05 kg |
| 100mm Dimensions | A 100 B 23 C 23 D 15 WLL 1000 lbs WT 0.15 kg |
| Packing | Clean poly bags, cartons, and pallets |
Full size table on request. The catalogue publishes a full dimension and capacity table for this item. Ask on WhatsApp or by email and we will send it as a PDF.
Materials
Materials And Finishes
- SS 316 body for high corrosion resistance in marine and chemical environments
- SS 304 body for general industrial use with good strength and moderate corrosion resistance
- Aluminium alloy steel body for reduced weight in non-corrosive applications
- Spring steel gate with heat treatment for consistent gate closure force
- Polished finish on stainless steel to reduce surface friction and improve handling
Manufacturing Process
How This Product Is Made
1Material blanking and forming of the egg-shaped body
2Machining of the gate hinge and opening dimensions
3Spring gate assembly and functional testing
4Surface treatment and polishing for stainless steel variants
5Proof load testing on production batches
6Working load limit stamping on the body
7Packaging in clean poly bags, then cartons and pallets for export
Quality Control
Quality Control On Every Batch
- Proof load test on production batches before release
- Dimensional tolerance check against published size table
- Breaking strength validation to confirm 4:1 design factor
- Gate operation test for smooth opening and positive closure
- Material Test Certificate to EN 10204 3.1 issued with the order on request
- Third-party inspection accepted at warehouse before shipment
Customisation
Customisation Options
- Custom tonnage stamping on the body
- Private label and OEM marking available
- Finish options in SS 316, SS 304, or aluminium alloy steel
- Custom size and configuration built to a supplied drawing
- Packing carton and pallet configuration tailored to your warehouse or retail pack
Compare
How It Compares With The Alternatives
An honest read on where this pattern wins and where another one would serve you better.
| Alternative | Honest Trade Off |
|---|---|
| Standard D-Shackle | The egg shape reduces snagging but is not suitable for high side loading or heavy-duty lifting where a D-shackle’s strength is better |
| Standard Spring Snap Hook | The egg shape improves handling and reduces snagging but may have slightly lower gate strength due to the profile |
| Swivel Hook | The egg hook is lighter and more compact but does not rotate, so it cannot compensate for angular misalignment |
| Screw Pin Hook | The spring gate is faster to open and close but lacks the positive locking feature of a screw pin under dynamic loads |
Use Guide
How To Use And Inspect Egg Shaped Snap Hook
- Use only within the stamped safe working load limit for the given size
- Inspect the gate for free movement and proper closure before each use
- Avoid side loading the hook; keep the pull aligned with the body axis
- Do not use if the body shows deformation or the gate does not close securely
- Clean the hook after exposure to saltwater or abrasive environments
- Retire the hook if the marking is illegible or the surface shows pitting or cracking
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Answers
Egg Shaped Snap Hook FAQ
What materials are available for the egg-shaped snap hook?
SS 316, SS 304, or aluminium alloy steel, each with different corrosion resistance and weight characteristics.
Is the safe working load stamped on the hook?
Yes, the working load limit is stamped on the body for traceability and field identification.
Can you supply Material Test Certificates?
Yes, a Material Test Certificate to EN 10204 3.1 is supplied on request with each order.
What is the design factor?
A standard 4:1 design factor is used, so the minimum breaking load is four times the safe working load.
Can you customise the size or finish?
Yes, custom sizes, tonnage stamping, private label marking, and finish options are available upon request.
How are the hooks packed for export?
Each hook is packed in a clean poly bag, then grouped into cartons and pallets for shipping. We can configure the packing to your warehouse or retail needs.
Are these hooks suitable for synthetic rope?
Yes, the smooth egg-shaped profile reduces abrasion and heat build-up on synthetic ropes like Dyneema and UHMWPE
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