SHEAVE 5/8IN 6IN POWDERED MET

Product Description

The McKissick Powdered Metal Sheave with self-lubricating bronze bushing bearing is a wire rope sheave designed for use in block and rigging assemblies where accurate rope guidance, reliable load transfer, and reduced maintenance requirements are priorities across a range of lifting applications. Featuring a 6 in outside diameter and a self-lubricating bronze bushing bearing configuration, this sheave is engineered to accept wire rope up to 5/8 in diameter, making it well-suited for light to medium capacity crane, hoist, and rigging systems in construction, industrial, and general material handling environments. Powdered metal construction is produced through a sintering process that compresses and fuses metal powder into a near-net-shape component with consistent density and dimensional accuracy, delivering precise groove geometry and cost-effective performance.

The self-lubricating bronze bushing bearing is engineered to release lubricant continuously during operation, significantly reducing the need for external lubrication maintenance while providing consistent bearing performance over extended service intervals. This bearing type is particularly well-suited for applications in remote, elevated, or difficult-to-access rigging systems where routine lubrication is impractical, as well as environments where corrosion resistance and low-maintenance operation are priorities. The combination of powdered metal construction and self-lubricating bronze bushing bearing makes this sheave a practical and economical solution for applications requiring improved bearing performance and reduced maintenance without the cost of forged or cast iron alternatives.

The machined rope groove is profiled to match the wire rope diameter, promoting even load distribution across the rope cross-section and reducing wear on both the rope and the sheave groove during service. This sheave is designed to be used as a replacement or component part within McKissick and compatible wire rope block assemblies. Proper shaft fit and alignment are essential to achieving rated performance and maximizing service life in lifting and rigging operations.

Material: Powdered Metal Self-Lubricating Bronze Bushing

Compatible With: Wire Rope up to 5/8 in Diameter Standard Bore Shaft and Pin Arrangements McKissick Wire Rope Block Assemblies Compatible Replacement Block Assemblies

Uses: Crane and Hoist Block Assemblies Wire Rope Guidance and Load Transfer Construction and Industrial Rigging General Material Handling Applications Remote and Difficult-to-Access Rigging Systems Replacement Sheave for Block Assemblies

Key Features: 6 in Sheave Outside Diameter 5/8 in Maximum Wire Rope Capacity Self-Lubricating Bronze Bushing Bearing for Reduced Maintenance and Extended Service Life Powdered Metal Construction for Dimensional Accuracy and Cost-Effective Performance Machined Rope Groove Profiled for Even Load Distribution Suitable for Remote and Low-Maintenance Rigging Applications McKissick Quality Construction