Common Sling Load Equipment Flashcards
What components does an apex fitting assembly consist of?
- Apex shackle
- Cross pin
- Spacer
- Drilled bolt
- Castellated nut
- Cotter pin
What basic equipment does a 10K and 25K sling set consist of?
- 1 apex assembly
- 4 sling legs
- 4 grab hooks
- 4 lifting chains
- 1 aviator kit bag
What is the material, pin size, and weight of the apex fitting in a 10K sling set?
- Aluminum
- 1 1/8 in
- 4 1/2 lbs
What is the material, pin size, and weight of the apex fitting in a 25K sling set?
- Alloy steel
- 1 1/2 in
- 10 lbs
What is the rope color, length, and rope diameter of the nylon rope (sling leg) in a 10K sling set?
- Olive drab
- 12 ft
- 7/8 in
What is the rope color, length, and rope diameter of the nylon rope (sling leg) in a 25K sling set?
- Black
- 12 ft
- 1 1/4 in
How many links are in the chain of a 10K sling set and what is its length?
- 110 to 115 links
- 8 ft
How many links are in the chain of a 25K sling set and what is its length?
- 84 to 88 links
- 8 ft
What is the total weight of the 10K sling set?
52 lbs
What is the total weight of the 25K sling set?
114 lbs
What is each sling leg’s rated capacity in a 10K sling set?
2,500 lbs
What is each sling leg’s rated capacity in a 25K sling set?
6,250 lbs
What items must the grab hook assembly have one of each of to be serviceable?
- Dome nut or lock nut
- Snap ring
Inspection of sling sets must be IAW which manual?
TM 4-48.09, the damage criteria chart, located in chapter 6
How often must sling sets be inspected?
Before and after every use and a detailed inspection every 6 months
