Western HS-302B Series Manila Rope Steel Shell Block - 5,100 lb - 1 in Manila Rope - 8 in Sheave

Product Description

Product Description: The Western HS-302B Series 5100 lb Manila Rope Steel Shell Block is a robust double-groove rigging block designed for use with manila rope cable up to 1 inch in diameter in general rigging, construction, marine, and industrial applications where multi-part line reeving and increased mechanical advantage are required at medium to heavy capacity. Steel shell blocks offer the durability and strength of an all-steel construction suited to demanding field and industrial rigging environments. The HS-302B Series is rated to a 5100 lb working load limit and is well matched to medium to heavy duty rigging applications where manila rope is the preferred or specified line material and a double-groove configuration is required for block and tackle arrangements with 1 inch rope.

The two 4-3/4 inch sheave grooves allow this block to be used in multi-part line reeving arrangements, enabling greater mechanical advantage and increased effective lifting capacity when configured in a block and tackle system. The sheaves run on self-lubricating bronze bushing bearings, 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 8 inch block size accommodates the larger 1 inch rope diameter and 4-3/4 inch sheaves while maintaining the compact and manageable steel shell block form factor suited to a wide range of rigging configurations, and the 5100 lb working load limit reflects the increased capacity enabled by the double-groove reeving arrangement.

The HS-302B Series steel shell block in this 1 inch rope configuration is designed for integration into block and tackle systems and rope-based lifting and pulling arrangements where a dependable medium to heavy capacity double-groove manila rope block in a steel shell configuration 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 5100 lb or greater, and the block must be inspected before each use in accordance with applicable lifting and rigging safety standards. Manila rope must be inspected for wear, fraying, and degradation before each use and replaced when signs of deterioration are present.

Material: Steel shell block body Steel sheaves Self-lubricating bronze bushing bearings

Compatible With: Manila rope cable up to 1 in diameter Hooks, shackles, and rigging hardware rated to 5100 lb or greater General rigging and block and tackle systems configured for 1 in manila rope and double-groove reeving

Uses: General construction site lifting and rigging operations Multi-part line block and tackle lifting and pulling assemblies Marine and boat rigging applications Industrial and shop rigging tasks Medium to heavy duty field rigging requiring double-groove reeving in a steel shell block for 1 in manila rope

Key Features: 5100 lb working load limit HS-302B Series designation Double groove - 4-3/4 in sheave outside diameter 8 in block size suited to 1 in manila rope in a manageable steel shell form factor Enables multi-part line reeving for increased mechanical advantage Accommodates manila rope cable up to 1 in diameter Self-lubricating bronze bushing bearings for low-maintenance reliable performance Durable all-steel shell construction

Note: All connected rigging hardware must be rated to the working load limit of this block. Inspect the block, sheaves, bearings, and all attachment points before each use. Inspect manila rope for wear, fraying, and deterioration before each use and replace when necessary. Follow applicable lifting and rigging safety standards and do not exceed the rated working load limit.