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  1. zebedee

    Help with snatch block calculations

    Well I kind of figured you were a little word tied! Yes, quite correct... assuming you are using a single shieve snatch block that is designed for the 10/16" rope.... Your different sized snatch blocks should be used with the corresponding wire rope size that way you won't overload a snatch...
  2. zebedee

    Help with snatch block calculations

    Jeff - No, you are a bit backwards.. Did you mean "double the snatch block"? if you are using a 2 part pull (2:1), it's because you are pulling more than the winch can handle, so in effect, you can get away with a half size winch for the given load. Re sizing snatch blocks - I think the load...
  3. zebedee

    Help with snatch block calculations

    I think you have all the info that you need, as in, you will be fine with one snatch block on the front of the 5 ton at 'A', returning to the winch '12000'. But... to tie up the loose end of your post one question... No - the pulley at 'C' (instead of at the winch "12000") doesn't change the...
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