The Buckingham OX BLOCK® is designed for rigging professionals, providing enhanced control when handling loads. The OX BLOCK is a rope snatch block with an integrated friction bar used for lowering loads, snubbing loads, and raising loads.
Features:
- When lowering loads, tension is transferred from the worker to the OX BLOCK®
- Patented OX BLOCK® replaces standard handline blocks, parted blocks and various snatch blocks
- Greater Working Load Limits compared to blocks of similar size
- Configurable with pulleys for a 4:1, 5:1, or 6:1 mechanical advantage, reducing lifting force
- Pulleys with a swivel side plate, allowing for quick and easy rope installation without the need to remove the pulley from the connecting device
Specifications:
- Sheave Diameter: 3″
- Gate Opening Capacity: 1-1/2″
- HOOK TO EYE:
- Minimum Breaking Strength: 6000 lbs
- Working Load Limit: 1500 lbf
- SHEAVE TO EYE:
- Minimum Breaking Strength: 10,000 lbs
- Working Load Limit: 2500 lbf
- Material: Lightweight Aluminum
- Meets ASME B30 standards