5/8 in. 12-Strand Dead-Eye Rigging Sling

This 5/8 inch 12-strand dead-eye rigging sling is a workhorse for hanging a rigging block or ring. Choke it through its eye around the stem, clip in, and it grips harder as the load comes on.

An everyday rigging sling

For most removals the rigging point is a block on a dead-eye sling. 12-strand rope is easy to splice and inspect, and at 5/8 inch it matches common rigging blocks and line. Choke it around a sound stem above the work, clip the block, and you are ready to rig.

Carry a couple of lengths to cover small and large stems. See our heavy-duty slings for other sizes and styles.

Inspection and limits

Before each job, run the sling through your hands. Look for cut or pulled strands, glazed or melted fibers, flat or stiff spots, and heavy UV fading, and check that the splices and buries are intact. Retire it if you find damage you can't explain or after a shock load bigger than you planned for.

Keep the sling, block and rope matched in strength, and remember rigging loads can be several times the weight of the piece. Rigging gear is for moving wood, not for life support. Match every component to the load with a working margin, follow the manufacturer's ratings and ANSI Z133, and make sure the crew is trained in rigging before relying on it. Note when each piece went into service, so worn gear gets retired on time instead of living on the truck for years.