Western S-601S Series Wire Rope Lead Block - 5 Ton - 7/8 in Wire Rope - 14 in Sheave - Vertical

Product Description

Product Description: The Western S-601S Series 5 Ton Wire Rope Lead Block is a heavy-duty vertical-type rigging block designed for wire rope cable up to 7/8 inch in diameter in construction, industrial, marine, and general rigging applications where rope direction change and load redirection are required at heavy capacities. Vertical-type lead blocks are configured for inline rope entry and exit along a vertical or near-vertical path, making them well suited to applications where the rope runs consistently in a vertical plane and a streamlined block profile aligned with the direction of pull is preferred. The S-601S Series is rated to a 5 Ton working load limit and is well suited to heavy rigging tasks requiring reliable rope guidance and load redirection in a fixed-shell vertical block configuration with 7/8 inch wire rope.

The 14 inch steel sheave provides a generous rope bend radius for 7/8 inch wire rope, helping to substantially reduce rope fatigue and extend rope service life over repeated heavy-duty rigging cycles. The favorable sheave-to-rope diameter ratio distributes bending stress effectively across the rope cross-section at each pass through the block, contributing to longer rope service life and more consistent rigging performance in demanding construction, industrial, and marine applications. The sheave runs on a self-lubricating bronze bushing bearing, a proven and low-maintenance bearing solution well suited to field rigging environments where regular lubrication may not always be practical. Self-lubricating bronze bushings deliver consistent performance across a range of operating conditions, resist corrosion, and provide reliable service life in both indoor and outdoor applications without requiring frequent maintenance intervention. The block dimensions of 18 in H x 14 in W x 9 in THK reflect the substantial and robust frame required to accommodate the 7/8 inch rope and 14 inch sheave at this working load limit, providing the structural integrity needed for sustained heavy-duty vertical rigging operations.

The S-601S Series vertical lead block in this 7/8 inch rope configuration is designed for integration into rigging systems, crane and hoist setups, and construction lifting arrangements where a dependable heavy-capacity wire rope lead block with a vertical inline rope path is required. The block is compatible with standard rigging hardware including hooks and shackles rated to the appropriate working load limit. All connected rigging components must be rated to 5 Ton or greater, and the block must be inspected before each use in accordance with applicable lifting and rigging safety standards.

Material: Heavy-duty steel block body - Vertical type shell Steel sheave Self-lubricating bronze bushing bearing

Compatible With: Wire rope cable up to 7/8 in diameter Hooks, shackles, and rigging hardware rated to 5 Ton or greater Crane, hoist, and construction rigging systems configured for 7/8 in wire rope

Uses: Wire rope direction change and load redirection in vertical heavy rigging systems Construction site lifting and rigging operations Industrial crane and hoist rigging Marine and port rigging applications General rigging setups requiring a robust vertical inline block configuration for 7/8 in wire rope at heavy capacity

Key Features: 5 Ton working load limit S-601S Series designation Vertical type shell design for inline rope entry and exit 14 in steel sheave for generous rope bend radius and reduced rope fatigue with 7/8 in wire rope Self-lubricating bronze bushing bearing for low-maintenance reliable performance Block dimensions: 18 in H x 14 in W x 9 in THK Accommodates wire rope cable up to 7/8 in diameter

Note: All connected rigging hardware must be rated to the working load limit of this block. Inspect the block, sheave, bearing, and all attachment points before each use. Follow applicable lifting and rigging safety standards and do not exceed the rated working load limit.