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Helicopter Lifting Sling Assembly

The Barry lifting sling is a lightweight and easy-handling multi-point rigging component for helicopter underslung operations.
Highlights
- 4 sling legs (Dyneema® fiber rope)
- Master link at top end
- Self-locking swivel hooks at bottom of each leg
- Permanent ID tag
- Certificate of compliance (COC)
- User instructions manual
- Transport/storage bag
Product Code: BLSH4
Product link: https://www.barry.ca/helicopter-external-load/helicopter-short-lines/blsh4
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Helicopter Lifting Sling Assembly
Specifications
Specifications and resources:
Product name: Helicopter Lifting Sling Assembly
Product code: BLSH4
Product type: Helicopter Short Lines
Manufacturer: Barry Cordage
Product link: https://www.barry.ca/helicopter-external-load/helicopter-short-lines/blsh4
Technical Data Sheets: https://www.barry.ca/hubfs/info/ft-blsh4-en.pdf
The Barry lifting sling is a lightweight and easy-handling multi-point rigging component for helicopter underslung operations.
System Includes
- 4 sling legs (Dyneema® fiber rope)
- Master link at top end
- Self-locking swivel hooks at bottom of each leg
- Permanent ID tag
- Certificate of compliance (COC)
- User instructions manual
- Transport/storage bag
Technical
- 10-year service and shelf life
Service and Shelf Life
Max. shelf life | Max. service life | Max. combined life (shelf + service) |
10 years | 10 years | 10 years |
Important: Parts are considered on-condition throughout their shelf & service life and must pass inspections and maintenance recommendations as per the manufacturer's user instructions manual. |
Helicopter Lifting Sling Assembly
Product Code | Diameter | Working Load Limit (with 4 legs attached) |
BLSH4-4000 | 5/16” (8 mm) | 4 000 lb (1 814 kg) |
BLSH4-6000 | 3/8” (10 mm) | 6 000 lb (2 721 kg) |
BLSH4-10000 | 1/2” (13 mm) | 10 000 lb (4 536 kg) |
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Instructions Manuals
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