Salva-Vida Sheave Gauges

METRIC SHEAVE GAUGES

Maintaining a wire rope sheave is much more cost-effective than replacing wire rope.
To maximize the life of the wire rope; re-tool or replace a sheave under the following circumstances:
• Wear on sheave is so excessive that it allows for wire rope movement.
• When the sheave is too small that it allows the wire rope to twist and compress.
How To Determine The Amount of Wear Using A Wire Rope Sheave Gauge
• Use a wire rope sheave gauge to regularly check sheave grooves for wear, which may slow or block a wire rope:
1. Place the proper size gauge in the sheave.
2. Shine a light behind the gauge.
3. Check for light between the gauge and the root of the groove. If you detect light, replace or re-tool the sheave.