McKissick 409 Light Champion Snatch Block - 3/4 in - 12 Ton - 14 in - Bronze Bushing

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 dependable low-maintenance performance in industrial, construction, marine, and oilfield environments. Rated for a 12-ton working load limit, this block features a 14-inch outside diameter two-groove sheave supported by a self-lubricating bronze bushing bearing, providing reliable, corrosion-resistant sheave rotation 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 bronze bushing bearing offers consistent performance in environments where exposure to moisture, dirt, and debris is common, and its self-lubricating properties reduce the frequency of maintenance required to keep the block operating reliably in the field without the need for frequent greasing. The 14-inch sheave diameter provides a generous rope bend radius that reduces wire rope fatigue and extends rope service life across repeated loading cycles, an important advantage in 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, corrosion-resistant bushing performance, and a generous sheave diameter are all required.

Material:

Steel (body and cheek plates) Self-lubricating bronze bushing bearing

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 14 in sheave outside diameter 2-groove sheave for dual-line rigging capability Self-lubricating bronze bushing bearing for corrosion-resistant, low-maintenance 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