Mule Blocks – 12 Series, 12" Blocks
- Used to divert the cables around obstructions or change direction of travel. • ASTM Class 30 grey iron sheave. • Tapered roller bearings. • Seven gauge side plates fully enclose sheave.
- Three gauge formed channel base.
- Four spacers between the side plates prevent cables from escaping the sheave grooves.
- Mule blocks must be welded in place after final alignment – consult the factory for specific information.
| Ordering Information | ||||||
| Model | Grooving |
RWL Per Line |
Max Total RWL 180° Wrap |
Max Total RWL 90° Wrap |
Height | "A" |
| 12" Mule Blocks—Cast Iron | ||||||
| 500-11212C25 | (1) 1/4" Cable | 700 lbs. | 700 lbs. | 700 lbs. | 4 1/16" | 3 3/16" |
| 500-11212C31 | (1) 5/16" Cable | 900 lbs. | 900 lbs. | 900 lbs. | 4 1/16" | 3 3/16" |
| 500-11212C38 | (1) 3/8" Cable | 1000 lbs. | 1000 lbs. | 1000 lbs. | 4 1/16" | 3 3/16" |
| 500-21212C25 | (2) 1/4" Cables | 700 lbs. | 1400 lbs. | 1400 lbs. | 4 1/16" | 3" |
| 500-41212C25 | (4) 1/4" Cables | 700 lbs. | 1400 lbs. | 2000 lbs. | 5 1/4" | 2 7/8" |
| 500-81212C25 | (8) 1/4" Cables | 700 lbs. | 1400 lbs. | 2000 lbs. | 6 13/16" | 2 7/8" |
| 12" Mule Blocks—Nylon | ||||||
| 500-11212N25 | (1) 1/4" Cable | 875 lbs. | 875 lbs. | 875 lbs. | 4 1/16" | 3 3/16" |
Dimension “A” is from the base to the center of the
first block groove
RWL: RWL is maximum load that can be applied to been properly installed, maintained and operated.





