The Petzl Oxan Oval Screw-Lock Steel Carabiner is high-strength and designed for use in rigging and rescue environments. It’s oval, symmetrical shape allows optimal loading of the carabiner when setting up anchors or connecting to metal structures. It can be connected to the Captiv bar to favor positioning of the carabiner along the major axis, to limit the risk of it flipping and to keep it integrated with the device. H-Frame design ensures optimal strength to weight ratio and protects markings from abrasion. Fluid interior design limits the risk of having a catch point and facilitates rotation of the carabiner. Keylock system to avoid any involuntary snagging of the carabiner. The manual screw-lock with red band provides a visual warning when the carabiner is unlocked.