With an I-beam design that has been hot forged, the Wild Country Helium Clean Wire is probably the lightest full-size carabiner yet it manages to remain strong and durable resulting in an excellent strength to weight ratio. It weighs only 33 grams but it registers a strength of 24 kilonewtons with the major axis closed, and 10 kilonewtons if opened.
The nose profile of this lightweight carabiner is hooded while the gate is of a flat-wire design. These features assure the prevention of snagging while clipping bolts and slings. Even small cords and webbing can easily slide in or out without getting snagged. The open gate clearance of 27 mm also contributes to a quick and easy attachment. In addition, the nose design also protects the gate from accidental openings. This is because the flat-wire gate is sunk and hidden within a hollow beneath the nose.
This full-size carabiner is comfortable to the hand and is easy to manipulate even when wearing gloves. With slight indentations at both ends, ropes are easily and exactly positioned in their proper places.