McKissick TU-482 Snatch Block - 1-1/4 in - 60 Ton - 18 in - Roll-Forged

Product Description

The McKissick TU-482 Snatch Block is a heavy-duty, high-capacity snatch block built for demanding rigging and lifting operations requiring a 60 Ton working load capacity. Designed to accommodate wire rope up to 1-1/4 inches in diameter, this block features an 18-inch outside diameter roll forged sheave that delivers exceptional strength and resistance to fatigue under sustained high-load conditions. Roll forging refines the grain structure of the sheave material, producing a component with greater density and toughness than cast alternatives, making it well suited for the extreme mechanical stresses encountered in oilfield, offshore, and heavy industrial rigging.

The TU-482 is fitted with tapered roller bearings with seals, providing efficient load distribution across both radial and axial forces while the sealed bearing housing protects internal components from contamination by water, grit, and debris. This configuration supports smooth, low-friction sheave rotation under heavy loads, reduces wear on the wire rope, and extends the service life of the bearing assembly in harsh or remote operating environments where maintenance access may be limited. The sealed design is particularly advantageous in marine, offshore, and construction field applications.

As a snatch block, the TU-482 incorporates an openable side plate that allows wire rope to be inserted laterally without the need to thread the rope end through the block, enabling fast and efficient rigging changes and load line redirection in the field. This block is appropriate for crane rigging, heavy haul and pull operations, pipeline and offshore platform construction, and multi-part line configurations where high-capacity load control is essential. Always verify working load limits, wire rope diameter compatibility, and pin dimensions prior to placing the block into service.

Material:

Roll Forged Sheave Tapered Roller Bearings with Seals

Compatible With:

Wire Rope up to 1-1/4 in Diameter

Uses:

Heavy Crane Rigging and Load Redirection Offshore Platform and Marine Lifting Operations Oilfield and Pipeline Construction Rigging Heavy Haul and Pull Operations Multi-Part Line and Block and Tackle Configurations

Key Features:

60 Ton Capacity 1-1/4 in Maximum Wire Rope Diameter 18 in Sheave Outside Diameter Roll Forged Sheave for Superior Strength and Fatigue Resistance Tapered Roller Bearings with Seals for Heavy Load Performance and Contamination Protection Snatch Block Design for Lateral Rope Entry Without Threading Suitable for High-Cycle Heavy Industrial and Offshore Applications