Featuring an offset D design, the DMM Eclipse Screwgate Carabiner maximizes strength by forcing its load towards its strongest part, the spine, and sets them parallel to each other.
With a gate that is quick to open and a large opening that measures 22 mm, clipping unloaded and loaded ropes as well as with other climbing gear is quick and easy. The profile of the locking mechanism is low which makes it resistant to snags and hitches. It has a large enough capacity to accommodate several ropes should you opt to use it for rigging. Although large, it remains light with a weight of only 58 grams. This makes them convenient to carry even when climbing exceptionally tall trees.
The DMM Eclipse is made entirely of hot forged series 7075 aluminum, including the barrel. With its zinc alloy, the device is provided with extra strength and good resistance to fatigue. This results in a carabiner that is extra strong not only on its spine but also on its gate and barrel. The aluminum is protected from the elements through the process of anodizing, that is, the natural oxide layer on its surface is thickened. This results in an increased resistance to corrosion, rust, as well as wear and tear.
Strength of the major axis when closed is 28 kilonewtons. This is reduced to 10 when opened. The minor axis, on the other hand, has a strength of 8 kilonewtons.