McKissick Forged Steel Sheave - 1/2 in x 9-7/8 in - Roller Bearing

Product Description

The McKissick forged steel sheave is engineered for demanding lifting and rigging applications where strength, precision, and durability are essential. Constructed with a forged steel sheave body, this unit delivers superior resistance to impact and fatigue compared to cast alternatives, making it well suited for heavy industrial environments including construction, oil and gas, marine, and mining operations. The 9-7/8 in outside diameter sheave is designed to accommodate up to 1/2 in wire rope, ensuring proper fleet angle and rope-to-sheave diameter ratios that extend wire rope service life.

The roller bearing design reduces friction and operating effort while improving efficiency under load, allowing the sheave to rotate smoothly even under sustained or heavy-duty cycling. Roller bearings also provide greater load capacity and longer service intervals compared to plain or bronze bushed sheaves, making this model appropriate for applications with frequent use or high cycle counts. The forged steel construction ensures the sheave groove profile maintains its shape under repeated loading, protecting the wire rope from deformation and premature wear.

McKissick is a Crosby Group brand with a long-established reputation in the rigging and lifting industry for producing high-quality blocks, sheaves, and related hardware. This sheave is suitable for use in fixed or traveling block assemblies, crane systems, derricks, and other wire rope running rigging configurations. Proper installation, inspection, and maintenance in accordance with applicable rigging standards and the manufacturer's guidelines are required to ensure safe operation.

Material: Forged Steel Sheave

Compatible With: 1/2 in Wire Rope

Uses: Wire rope running rigging Crane and hoist block assemblies Derrick and mast systems Construction lifting applications Marine rigging Oil and gas lifting and pulling operations Mining and heavy industrial rigging

Key Features: Forged steel sheave construction for superior strength and impact resistance 9-7/8 in sheave outside diameter Accepts up to 1/2 in maximum wire rope Roller bearing for reduced friction and extended service life Designed to maintain proper rope-to-sheave diameter ratio Suitable for heavy-duty and high-cycle applications