Single-sheave pulley block
One sheave for guiding or redirecting rope.
Steel, as specified
LF — 16
LF — 16
Wire Rope Pulley
Sheave and pulley formats for guiding and redirecting wire rope through lifting and movement systems.
Key attributes
- Function
- Guide & redirect rope
- Forms
- Single, multi or snatch
- Rating
- Confirmed against requirement
- Supply basis
- Rope size & capacity
- Category
- Lifting & Material Handling
- Location
- Mumbai, India
- Drawing-ledSample or spec review
- Domestic & exportEnquiries welcome
- Mumbai basedMazgaon, Maharashtra
Quick answer
What is a wire rope pulley?
A wire rope pulley is a grooved wheel, or sheave, mounted in a frame so that wire rope can run over it. It guides or changes the direction of the rope and, in multi-sheave arrangements, increases mechanical advantage for lifting and pulling.
Also known asSheave block · Snatch block · Pulley block · Rope sheave
Key takeaways
- Guides rope and changes its direction of pull.
- Groove and sheave diameter must suit the rope size.
- Snatch blocks open to load rope without threading the end.
- Rated capacity must account for the rope angle.
How Wire Rope Pulleys Work in Practice
Pulleys and sheave blocks are used on winches, hoists, rigging systems and material-movement lines. A snatch block, with a side plate that opens, lets a rope be placed over the sheave mid-length — useful for redirecting a winch line.
Selection starts with rope diameter, because the sheave groove and diameter must suit the rope to avoid premature wear. Then confirm the number of sheaves, bearing or bush type, attachment (hook, eye, shackle or swivel) and the rated capacity, including the effect of the rope angle on the block load.
Common Pulley Forms
Snatch block
Opening side plate to load rope without threading the end.
Multi-sheave block
Two or more sheaves for reeving and mechanical advantage.
Loose sheave (pulley wheel)
Sheave alone for fitting into equipment or frames.
How to Choose the Right Wire Rope Pulley
01
Rope-to-Sheave Fit
Groove profile and sheave diameter must match the rope to limit bending fatigue and wear.
02
Rope Angle
The angle between rope lines changes the load on the block — it can approach double the line pull.
03
Bearing Type
Roller bearings reduce friction for frequent or continuous running; bushes suit lighter duty.
04
Attachment
Choose hook, eye, shackle or swivel to suit the anchor point and rigging.
Safety note
Lifting and load-bearing products must be selected against a confirmed working load limit, the applicable standard and the actual rigging arrangement. Never use a part beyond its marked or documented rating, and inspect before every use.
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