Spring lock blocks are popular among riggers for their high strength-to-weight ratio and quick-twist rope access. Solid aluminum-alloy cheek plates, bushing, and sheave are supported by stainless-steel axles. For those concerned about aluminum not withstanding the punishment of steel, we have no record of a fracture complaint in 3 years of production. Spring lock blocks have broad cheek plates to protect running lines, and large sheaves to minimize bend in rigging lines (providing 4:1 up to 9:1 ratios). 2.75 in. sheave, up to 5/8 in. rope capacity, weighs: 3.8 lbs., 2.2 ton working load limit. Orange sheave (5/8 in. rope capacity) for easy identification.