McKissick 409 Light Champion Snatch Block - 3/4 in - 12 Ton - 12 in - Roller Bearing

Product Description

The McKissick 409 Light Champion Snatch Block is a double-groove, single-sheave block engineered for wire rope cable applications requiring dual-line rigging capability and reliable high-cycle performance in industrial, construction, marine, and oilfield environments. Rated for a 12-ton working load limit, this block features a 12-inch outside diameter two-groove sheave supported by a roller bearing, delivering smooth, low-friction rope travel and consistent load handling under sustained field conditions. The 409 series accommodates wire rope cable up to 3/4 inch in diameter.

The two-groove sheave design allows the block to handle two wire rope lines simultaneously or to be used in rigging configurations where dual-groove guidance improves rope control and load distribution. The roller bearing sheave minimizes friction and heat buildup during operation, extending service life in high-cycle applications and reducing wear on both the rope and the block under repeated loading. The 12-inch sheave diameter provides a generous rope bend radius that reduces wire rope fatigue and extends rope service life compared to smaller sheave configurations, making this block well suited for applications where both dual-groove capability and rope longevity are priorities.

The Light Champion series reflects McKissick's design approach of balancing structural strength with manageable block weight, making the 409 practical to handle and position in the field without sacrificing the load capacity needed for medium to heavy rigging tasks. This block is suitable for use with wire rope winches, cranes, and rigging systems in construction, marine, oilfield, logging, and general industrial load-handling applications where dual-groove capability, roller bearing performance, and a generous sheave diameter are all required.

Material:

Steel (body and cheek plates) Roller bearing sheave

Compatible With:

Wire rope cable up to 3/4 in diameter

Uses:

Dual-line or dual-groove wire rope rigging configurations Load redirection in medium to heavy wire rope rigging systems Mechanical advantage in lifting and pulling applications Winch and crane line deflection Construction, marine, oilfield, and logging rigging

Key Features:

12 Ton working load limit 12 in sheave outside diameter 2-groove sheave for dual-line rigging capability Roller bearing for low-friction, high-cycle operation Accommodates wire rope cable up to 3/4 in diameter Generous sheave diameter for reduced wire rope fatigue and extended rope life McKissick 409 Light Champion series