Breaking Strength of Carabiners

The carabiners have the following breaking strengths:

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Bolt carabiner:

Silver (zinc die-cast): 197 kg (for dogs up to 39.4 kg)

Gold (brass die-cast): 170 kg (for dogs up to 34.0 kg)

Stainless steel: 230 kg (for dogs up to 46.0 kg)

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Scissor carabiner:

Silver (zinc die-cast): 130 kg (for dogs up to 26.0 kg)

Gold (brass die-cast): 150 kg (for dogs up to 30.0 kg)

Stainless steel: 426 kg (for dogs up to 85.2 kg)

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Mini bolt carabiner:

Silver (zinc die-cast): 100 kg (for dogs up to 20.0 kg)

Gold (brass die-cast): 70 kg (for dogs up to 14.0 kg)

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Safety carabiner:

Gold (aluminum alloy): 400 kg (for dogs up to 80 kg)
Silver (Aluminum alloy): 400 kg (for dogs up to 80 kg)

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Note: The carabiners should be regularly lubricated with a little oil (I recommend WD-40 or Ballistol).

Only stainless steel fittings are suitable for saltwater.