Heavy Duty 660 Series Stringing Block for High Tension Power Line and OPGW Installation Projects
The 660 Series Stringing Block is a heavy-duty, professional-grade tool specifically designed for the demanding tasks of high-tension stringing in power transmission and distribution projects. It is an essential component in the cable and conductor installation process, serving as a guided pathway that supports and protects cables as they are pulled over long distances, often under immense tension. This series is engineered to handle larger diameter conductors, bundled configurations, and specialized cables like Optical Ground Wire (OPGW) that are common in modern high-voltage and extra-high-voltage (EHV) transmission lines.
Product Specifications
| Item Number |
Model |
Number of Sheaves |
Rated Load (kN) |
Weight (kg) |
Features |
| 10121 |
SHD660 |
1 |
20 |
30 |
Rubber lined aluminium sheave |
| 10122 |
SHS660 |
3 |
40 |
100 |
Middle: Cast steel sheave Conductor: Rubber lined aluminium sheave |
| 10123 |
SHW660 |
5 |
60 |
150 |
Middle: Cast steel sheave Conductor: Rubber lined aluminium sheave |
| 10124 |
SHDN660 |
1 |
20 |
26 |
MC nylon sheave |
| 10125 |
SHSN660 |
3 |
40 |
86 |
Middle: MC nylon sheave Conductor: Rubber lined aluminium sheave |
| 10126 |
SHWLN660 |
5 |
60 |
120 |
Middle: MC nylon sheave Conductor: Rubber lined aluminium sheave |
| 10127 |
SHSQN660 |
3 |
40 |
70 |
MC nylon sheave |
| 10128 |
SHWQN660 |
5 |
60 |
110 |
MC nylon sheave |
| 10130 |
SHQ660A |
7 |
75 |
190 |
Middle: Cast steel sheave Conductor: MC nylon sheave |
Key Features & Benefits
- Minimizes Friction and Required Pulling Force: Large-diameter sheave and high-quality bearings dramatically reduce friction, allowing for longer continuous pulls and faster stringing operations.
- Protects Expensive and Sensitive Cables: Engineered sheave groove profile cradles cables without pinching, preventing damage to OPGW and fiber optic cables.
- Essential for Modern High-Tension Applications: Ideal for high-capacity conductors and bundled configurations common in today's power line construction.
- Designed for Durability and Long Service Life: Corrosion-resistant materials and sealed bearings withstand harsh environmental conditions.
- Enhances Worksite Safety: Prevents sudden jerks, cable snags, or derailments that could lead to dangerous situations during pulling operations.
- Facilitates OPGW Installation: Protects fragile glass fibers in optical ground wires from crushing forces and bending stresses.
- Improves Project Efficiency: Reduces pulling force requirements, minimizes downtime, and enables longer continuous pulls.
- Industry Standard for Professional Contractors: Demonstrates commitment to quality installation and industry best practices.
- Supports Reliable Electrical Infrastructure: Contributes to building resilient grids by ensuring damage-free cable installation.
- Foundational Investment: Essential specialized tool for utility companies and electrical contractors performing overhead line installation.
The 660 Series Stringing Block is a precision-engineered enabler for modern power line construction. It tackles the fundamental challenge of moving heavy, sensitive cables over long distances with control and care. By combining robust construction with smooth operation, it protects critical infrastructure assets, enhances crew safety, and drives efficiency, making it an indispensable tool for building and maintaining the high-voltage networks that power our world.