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Micro Pulleys and Climbing Hardware
Micro pulleys have lots of uses for tree climbing, one of the best of which is as a slack tender in a split tail climbing system. We have a range of Micro pulleys for you to choose from here, and more 1/2" capacity pulleys available here if you're looking for something else. We also stock the split tails and prusik loops for your climbing system.
SMC CR Micro Pulley
The SMC Crevasse Rescue (CR) Pulley's diminutive size and featherweight belies its solid strength. Tests to greater strengths than other pulleys in the same range of size and price. Makes an excellent slack-tending pulley for your prusik, which is why you'll find it in our rope climbing kits.
A smooth running 1.20'' nylon sheave runs on a stainless steel rivet axle, and the color-contrasting aluminum side plates rotate for easy rope insertion and removal. Easy to use, easy to carry.
4,950 lb. breaking strength, 1/2” capacity, 2.85” tall by 1.75” wide, weighs 2oz.
CMI Micro Snatch Pulley
This little purple guy is our best-selling Micro pulley. Anodized swivel side plates make it easy to install, and it makes an excellent slack tender in a split tail climbing system. 1 1/4” aluminum sheave.
7,000 lb breaking strength, 1/2” capacity, 2.75” tall x 1.85” wide, weighs 2.4oz.
CMI Double Sheave Micro Snatch Pulley
A double-sheaved version of the micro snatch pulley, this rescue model features the same Anodized side plates, 1 1/4” aluminum sheave, lower becket.
7,000 lb breaking strength, max capacity 1/2”, 3.5” tall x 1.75” wide, weighs 4 oz.
CMI Double Tie-In Micro Pulley
Ideal for arborist rigging where two independent tie-ins are required. Also great for use as a floating D! Purple Anodized Aluminum side plates, 1 1/4” aluminum sheave, bushing, and stainless steel axle.
7,000 lb breaking strength, max capacity 1/2”, 2.75” tall x 2.75” wide, weighs 3.2 oz.
CMI Fixed Plate Micro Pulley
This compact micro pulley has fixed side plates and the great quality our customers have come to expect from CMI products. This micro pulley would work well as a floating suspension point on a rope-bridge style saddle.
Breaking strength 7,000 lb, max capacity 1/2”, 2.5” tall by 1.75” wide, weighs 3.2 oz.
CMI Shackle Pulley
The CMI shackle pulley is the ultimate in compact strength. At 8,000 lb it is stronger than any other micro pulley. Weighing only 3.5 oz and measuring just 2.5”, it is also the smallest load-bearing pulley out there.
Breaking strength 8,000 lb, max capacity 1/2”, 3.5” tall by 1.5” wide, weighs 2.56 oz.
Petzl Mobile Micro-pulley
Versatile, ultra-compact pulley from Petzl.
3,375 lb breaking strength, 1/2” capacity, 2 5/8” long by 1 3/4” wide, weighs 2.65 oz.
Petzl Fixe Micro Pulley
The Petzl fixed micro pulley is a compact pulley with fixed side plates Makes a great redirect and is highly efficient due to the sheave being mounted on self-lubricating bushings.
5,175 lb breaking strength, 1/2” capacity, 3” tall x 1.75 ” wide, weighs 3.2oz.
Hitch Climber Pulley
The Hitch Climber Pulley has many uses! It can be used for slack-tending and generating mechanical advantage for rescue and gear hauling, not to mention improving work-positioning systems. With three carabiner holes, the Hitch Climber can be the center of many great SRT and DdRT climbing systems. See the Hitch Climber's Guide PDF at WesSpur.com for more ideas. Should only be used with spliced-eye climbing lines.
Breaking strength 5,400 lb, 1/2” capacity, 3.75” tall by 2.75” wide, weighs 3.4oz.
Hitch Climber Rapide Pulley
The New Hitch Climber Rapide replaces the bushing with a bearing sheave for higher efficiency. Both pulleys should only be used with spliced lines, as a knot could interfere with the operation of the friction hitch.
Breaking strength 5,400 lb, 1/2” capacity, 3.75” tall by 2.75” wide, weighs 3.4oz.
DMM Pinto Pulley
Incredibly high strength in this compact and sleek micro pulley. Rounded anchor holes work great with custom spliced terminations or carabiners. Fairlead flares and rounded cheek plate edges help maintain high working efficiency, and attachment holes reduce the probability of carabiner rotation.
Breaking strength 11,250 lb, 1/2” capacity, 3.75” tall by 1.75” wide, weighs 4.oz.
Spacer for the DMM Pinto Pulley
This spacer is designed to be used with the DMM Pinto Pulley to keep the side plates from pinching together when used with ropes at the suspension point.
DMM Pinto Rig Pulley
High strength and sleek design make the DMM Pinto Rig Pulley a great addition to your gear bag. Rounded anchor holes work great with custom spliced terminations or carabiners. Fairlead flares and rounded cheek plate edges help maintain high working efficiency, and attachment holes reduce the probability of carabiner rotation.
Breaking strength 11,250 lb, 5/8" capacity, 4.25” tall by 2” wide, weighs 4.4oz.
Spacer for the DMM Pinto Rig Pulley
This spacer is designed to be used with the DMM Pinto Rig Pulley to keep the side plates from pinching together when using textile products.
SMC Jigger Rescue Pulley
Jigger Rescue (JR) pulley is great for rescue kits and creating mechanical advantage on lines up to 9mm. Couple the JR with a JRB pulley and you have a lightweight mechanical advantage system that can pull duty in rescue roles from litter tilting to piggy back systems. Two light weight nylon sheaves are paired with a stainless steel rivet axle for reliable performance at a reasonable cost. Made in the U.S.A.
Breaking strength 4,950 lb, 3/8” capacity, 2.85” tall by 1.75” wide, weighs 3.2 oz.
SMC Jigger Rescue Becket Pulley
JR double sheave pulley with becket. Couple with the JR pulley above for a lightweight mechanical advantage system. Two light weight nylon sheaves are paired with a stainless steel rivet axle for reliable performance at a reasonable cost. Made in the U.S.A.
Breaking strength 4,950 lb, (becket strength 2,298 lb), 3/8” capacity, 3/6” tall by 1.75” wide, weighs 3.3oz.
ART Cocoon
A frictionless suspension point for climbing lines, the Cocoon can be used in several different ways. With a nylon or spectra webbing sling, it can be quickly girth hitched nearly anywhere. With a prusik loop, it can be attached midline to another rope to forma retrievable false crotch. Sleek and compact, rated at 22 kN along main access (4,950 lb.)
Brass Swivel Snaps
These dog-leash style swivel snaps are great for your split tail climbing set up. They have a number of other uses as well, and are great for making tool straps. Available in three sizes. Not load-rated.