The CM Alloy Eye Hoist Hook with Latch 3 metric tons (M6505A) is a heat-treated, quenched and tempered alloy steel rigging hook with a safety latch. It is rated for a 6,614 lb (3 metric tons) Working Load Limit at a 5:1 design factor and meets ASME B30.10. Powder-coated orange.
Specifications
- Manufacturer: Columbus McKinnon (CM)
- CM Part No. (MPN): M6505A
- Model: Rigging Hook (CM alloy eye hook with safety latch)
- Material: Alloy steel, heat-treated, quenched and tempered; powder-coated orange
- Standard: ASME B30.10
- Working Load Limit (WLL): 6,614 lbs (3 metric tons)
- Design factor: 5:1
- Weight (each): 2.42 lbs
- Latch: Safety latch included. Replacement latch kit 4X1305
Dimensions (per Columbus McKinnon Rigging Catalog RG4286, p.100)
- Dimension A (eye inside width): 2.50″
- Dimension B (eye inside height): 1.25″
- Dimension C (eye section diameter): 0.64″
- Dimension D (overall width): 4.20″
- Dimension G (base height): 1.26″
- Dimension H (bow width): 1.43″
- Dimension J (opening, less latch): 1.19″
- Dimension K (saddle): 0.94″
- Dimension L (overall length): 6.55″
- Dimension O (throat opening): 1.16″
- Dimension R (reach): 4.67″
- Dimension T (tip): 1.16″
Features
- Alloy steel, heat-treated, quenched and tempered, powder-coated orange
- Safety latch included. The latch is a safety device only and must not carry load
- Never side-, tip- or back-load the hook; lift in line with the hook only
- Inspect the hook and latch before each use and remove a bent, worn or damaged hook from service
Note: Columbus McKinnon Working Load Limits are in metric tons: 1 t = 1,000 kg ≈ 2,204.6 lb. Never exceed the rated WLL. Inspect and use the hook per the manufacturer’s instructions.
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