McKissick 409 Light Champion Snatch Block - 3/8 to 1/2 in - 4 Ton - 4-1/2 in

Product Description

The McKissick 409 Light Champion Snatch Block is a compact, light-capacity snatch block engineered for rigging and load redirection applications requiring a 4 Ton working load capacity. Designed to accommodate wire rope from 3/8 to 1/2 inch in diameter, this block features a 4-1/2 inch outside diameter sheave with a two-groove configuration, providing flexibility for different rope diameter selections within the specified range or for dual-rope rigging arrangements. The Light Champion series reflects McKissick's tradition of producing dependable, field-proven snatch blocks suited to a broad range of light to medium industrial, construction, oilfield, and marine rigging applications.

The 409 is fitted with bronze bushing bearings, a time-tested bearing type that offers reliable performance under the combined radial and axial loads encountered during load line redirection at light to moderate working loads. Bronze bushings provide inherent corrosion resistance and natural lubricity, making them well suited for marine, coastal, and general outdoor rigging environments where exposure to moisture is a regular factor. This bearing type supports straightforward field maintenance and is compatible with standard lubrication practices, making it a practical and low-maintenance choice for field rigging operations where simplicity and reliability are priorities.

As a snatch block, the McKissick 409 Light Champion incorporates an openable side plate that allows wire rope to be inserted laterally without threading the rope end through the block, enabling fast and efficient rigging changes and load line redirection in the field. The compact 4-1/2 inch sheave diameter and 4 Ton capacity make this block well suited for light rigging tasks, utility work, farm and agricultural applications, small vessel deck rigging, and general industrial lifting and pulling operations where a smaller, easily handled snatch block is required. Always verify working load limits, wire rope diameter compatibility, and attachment hardware prior to use.

Material:

Bronze Bushing Bearings

Compatible With:

Wire Rope 3/8 to 1/2 in Diameter

Uses:

Light Industrial Rigging and Load Redirection Construction Site and Utility Rigging Farm and Agricultural Lifting Applications Small Vessel and Marine Deck Rigging General Industrial Lifting and Pulling Applications Dual-Groove and Multi-Rope Rigging Configurations

Key Features:

4 Ton Capacity 3/8 to 1/2 in Wire Rope Diameter Range 4-1/2 in Sheave Outside Diameter 2-Groove Sheave for Multi-Rope or Dual-Diameter Flexibility Bronze Bushing Bearings for Corrosion Resistance and Easy Field Maintenance Snatch Block Design for Lateral Rope Entry Without Threading McKissick 409 Light Champion Series Suitable for Light Industrial, Agricultural, Marine, and General Rigging Applications