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A dedicated reference for Ropeblock Safety Latches, this file covers standard, locking bracket, and heavy-duty (HD) configurations. It provides two primary compatibility matrices: one for Single Hooks and another for Ramshorn Hooks (Form B). For each latch model, the document specifies the corresponding hook size, Ropeblock part codes, and critical dimensions to ensure secure and compliant load retention.
Engineered for Maximum Security: Precision-Fit Hook Safety Latches
Ropeblock Safety Latches provide a robust secondary securement solution for a wide range of industrial hooks, preventing the unintentional release of rigging lines or slings. These precision-fit latches are available in standard, bracketed, and heavy-duty configurations, ensuring reliable load containment in demanding construction and maritime environments. provide a robust secondary securement solution for a wide range of industrial hooks, preventing the unintentional release of rigging lines or slings. These precision-fit latches are available in standard, bracketed, and heavy-duty configurations, ensuring reliable load containment in demanding construction and maritime environments.
Maximum Safety Features
- Versatile Safety Configurations: Available as a Standard Safety Latch, a version including a Locking Bracket, or a Heavy Duty model for extreme environments.
- Secure Locking Mechanisms: Select models feature a Locking Pin with a dedicated Parking Position to ensure the latch remains engaged or out of the way during threading.
- Corrosion Resistant Materials: Standard latches are zinc plated for durability, with stainless steel options available for highly corrosive marine environments.
- Safety Compliant Design: Engineered to integrate seamlessly with single and ramshorn hooks to maintain operational safety and load integrity.
Industrial Flexibility
- Broad Hook Compatibility: Precision-sized for single hooks ranging from 1.6 to 250 and ramshorn hooks from 2.5 to 250.
- Dimensional Variety: Available in a wide range of throat opening dimensions (Dimension O) from 1.18 inches up to 11.42 inches to fit various hook geometries.
- Heavy Duty Options: Specialized Heavy Duty Safety Latches are available on request for nearly all standard hook sizes to provide maximum durability.
- Custom Requirements: Standard models are readily available, with specialized configurations such as stainless steel available upon request.
Ropeblock Safety Latch Technical Specifications
Below is a partial specification table for single hook and ramshorn hook safety latches. Please contact our technical team for full model verification, stainless steel availability, and specific dimensional requirements.
⚠ Safety Warning: Always ensure the safety latch is fully engaged and the locking pin is in place before initiating any lift. Inspect latches regularly for signs of wear, deformation, or corrosion. Refer to the comprehensive safety documentation on pages 136-149 for full installation and maintenance procedures.