Gibraltar CIHW-3-STR-G Spoked Straight Handwheel 3 Inch

Product Description

The GIBRALTAR CIHW-3-STR-G is a spoked straight handwheel with a plain finish, designed for manual valve and equipment control in industrial and mechanical applications. Measuring 3 inches in diameter with a 0.9-inch wheel thickness and a 0.5-inch rim thickness, this handwheel provides a sturdy grip surface for operators. The iron hub, machined to fine-grain material grade, measures 1.1 inches in diameter. Licensed trades including pipefitters, millwrights, and industrial maintenance technicians commonly install this type of handwheel on valves, machine tools, and process equipment where reliable manual actuation is required.

This handwheel is suited for light industrial and commercial mechanical installations where a compact, three-spoke straight-style wheel is appropriate. The plain finish makes it compatible with environments where painting or coating will be applied post-installation, or where an uncoated surface is acceptable. Its compact 3-inch diameter fits valves and shafts in tight spaces where larger wheels would be impractical. Typical installations include gate valves, ball valves with manual override, machine tool adjustments, and similar mechanical control points found in facilities maintenance and industrial production settings.

Key Features

• 3-inch outer diameter provides compact manual control in confined installations
• Three-spoke straight design reduces weight while maintaining structural rigidity
• Iron hub with fine-grain material grade for consistent dimensional accuracy
• Plain finish supports post-installation coating or use in unfinished applications
• 0.9-inch wheel thickness and 0.5-inch rim thickness for solid grip and durability
• 1.1-inch hub diameter accommodates standard valve and shaft configurations

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style replacement or direct-fit handwheel for valves, machine tools, and mechanical control equipment requiring a 3-inch spoked straight handwheel with a 1.1-inch iron hub.

Installation Notes

Installation is typically performed by pipefitters, millwrights, or industrial maintenance personnel. Before installing or replacing a handwheel, shut off and de-energize the associated valve or equipment and relieve any system pressure per site lockout/tagout procedures. Verify that the hub bore and keyway dimensions match the shaft before mounting. Secure the handwheel to the shaft using the appropriate fastener per the equipment manufacturer's specifications.