Western G-390-B Series Manila Rope Steel Shell Snatch Block - 8 Ton - 1-1/2 in Manila Rope

Product Description

Product Description: The Western G-390-B Series 8 Ton Manila Rope Steel Shell Snatch Block is a heavy-duty side-opening rigging block designed for use with manila rope cable up to 1-1/2 inch in diameter in construction, industrial, marine, and general rigging applications where high-capacity load redirection and quick rope installation are required. Snatch blocks are distinguished by their hinged or latched side-opening shell design, which allows the rope to be inserted laterally into the block without threading the rope end through, making them particularly practical for use in situations where the rope is already rigged, under tension, or where rapid block deployment and repositioning are priorities in demanding heavy-duty rigging operations. The G-390-B Series is rated to an 8 Ton working load limit and is well suited to heavy duty rigging tasks requiring reliable rope guidance and load redirection with large-diameter manila rope.

The 8 inch steel sheave accommodates manila rope up to 1-1/2 inch in diameter and provides a solid rope bend radius that helps manage rope wear and fiber fatigue during repeated use, contributing to reliable rope service life in sustained heavy-duty rigging 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 12 inch block size reflects the substantial and robust frame required to accommodate 1-1/2 inch manila rope and an 8 inch sheave at an 8 Ton working load limit, providing the structural integrity needed for sustained heavy-duty snatch block rigging operations in demanding industrial and marine environments.

The G-390-B Series steel shell snatch block is designed for integration into rigging systems, crane and hoist setups, winch and pulling arrangements, and construction lifting configurations where a dependable high-capacity manila rope snatch block with side-loading rope access 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 8 Ton 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 snatch block body Steel sheave Self-lubricating bronze bushing bearing

Compatible With: Manila rope cable up to 1-1/2 in diameter Hooks, shackles, and rigging hardware rated to 8 Ton or greater Crane, hoist, winch, and construction rigging systems configured for large-diameter manila rope

Uses: Load redirection and rope direction change in heavy rigging systems Construction site lifting and rigging operations Industrial crane and hoist rigging Marine and port rigging applications Winch and pulling system rope guidance at high capacity Field rigging requiring rapid block deployment and repositioning with large-diameter manila rope

Key Features: 8 Ton working load limit G-390-B Series designation Steel shell snatch block design allows lateral rope insertion without threading the rope end Accommodates manila rope cable up to 1-1/2 in diameter 8 in steel sheave outside diameter 12 in block size for a robust and substantial frame suited to large-diameter manila rope at 8 Ton capacity Self-lubricating bronze bushing bearing 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, sheave, bearing, shell latch, 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.