McKissick Wire Rope Sheave - 1/2 in - 6 in - Bronze Bushing - Powdered Metal

Product Description

The McKissick powdered metal sheave with bronze bushing bearing combines the lightweight, cost-effective characteristics of powdered metal construction with the proven reliability of a bronze bushing bearing, offering a practical solution for wire rope rigging applications where reduced weight and corrosion-resistant bearing performance are valued. Powdered metal sheaves are produced through a sintering process that allows for precise dimensional control and consistent material properties, making them well suited for lighter-duty rigging applications and block assemblies where service loads are within the capacity of powdered metal construction. The 6 in outside diameter sheave is designed to accept up to 1/2 in wire rope, supporting appropriate rope-to-sheave diameter ratios that help minimize bending stress and extend wire rope service life.

The bronze bushing bearing offers a reliable and corrosion-resistant bearing solution that performs consistently in environments where moisture, dust, or other contaminants may be present. Bronze bushings are widely used in rigging hardware for their durability, moderate load capacity, and resistance to seizing, making them well suited for applications with moderate cycle frequencies and varying environmental conditions. Standard bronze bushing bearings may require periodic lubrication as part of a regular maintenance program to ensure continued smooth operation and bearing longevity, distinguishing them from self-lubricating bronze bushing designs.

McKissick, a Crosby Group brand, supplies sheaves, blocks, and rigging hardware for a wide range of industrial applications across construction, marine, oil and gas, and mining sectors. This sheave is suitable for use in fixed or traveling block assemblies and other wire rope running rigging configurations appropriate to its load capacity. All installations should be performed, inspected, and maintained in accordance with applicable rigging standards and the manufacturer's recommendations to ensure safe and reliable operation.

Material: Powdered Metal Sheave Bronze Bushing Bearing

Compatible With: 1/2 in Wire Rope

Uses: Wire rope running rigging Lighter-duty block assemblies Crane and hoist block assemblies Derrick and mast systems Construction lifting applications Marine rigging Oil and gas lifting and pulling operations

Key Features: Powdered metal sheave construction for precise dimensional control and consistent material properties 6 in sheave outside diameter Accepts up to 1/2 in maximum wire rope Bronze bushing bearing for reliable performance in varied environmental conditions Corrosion-resistant bearing material suitable for wet or contaminated environments Lightweight construction suited for lighter-duty rigging and block assembly applications