CM LODESTAR ELECTRIC CHAIN HOIST
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Please Note: All Lodestar VS electric chain hoists have 24V control voltage as standard. For Lodestar VS hoists furnished with motorized trolley suspensions or for use in bridge applications, please contact CraneWerks to have a complete package quoted to include the required electronics for 115V control voltage out of the factory.
•Brake location allows for quick access and easy inspection.
•Lifetime grease-lubricated Gear Box means no oil change out is required. Precision gears provide better wear and longer life.
•Clutch located outside the Gear Box allows for easy access which eliminates the need for complete disassembly and reduces downtime.
IMPROVED SERVICEABILITY
Easy access to the Clutch, Motor, Electrical Control Panel and Brake Assembly.
LONG SERVICE LIFE
• Heavy-duty DC brake is designed for a long service life.
• Lifetime grease-lubricated Gear Box and helical gearing ensures better wear and smooth operation.
• Heavy-duty rated motor.
QUIET OPERATION
80% reduction in sound pressure as compared to the classic Lodestar.
IMPROVED LOAD SAFETY
Clutch is located outside the load path, preventing slipping of the load in an overload condition when the brake is not powered.
LONG CHAIN LIFE
5-Pocket Lift Wheel provides excellent chain and lift wheel engagement for smoother lifting and reduced vibration, equating to less wear and a longer chain life. Zinc plating protects chain from environmental conditions.
EASY ACCESS CONTROL PANEL
Finger-safe wiring and plug-and-play connectors on the Control Panel allow for easy access to the VFD.
ZINC-PLATED LOAD CHAIN
Designed and manufactured in the USA by Columbus McKinnon. Zinc-plated Star Grade load chain protects against corrosion.
EXCEEDS H4 REQUIREMENTS
Lodestar exceeds H4 requirements. Engineered for high duty cycles and the toughest applications.
ECO-FRIENDLY
Lifetime grease-lubricated Gear Box means no changing and disposing of hazardous oil. Documented RoHS compliance. Shipped in boxes made of recycled material.
METRIC RATED
LIFETIME WARRANTY
The industry’s best warranty against manufacturing and material defects.
FABRIC CHAIN CONTAINER
Standard up to 20 ft. lift.
RIGID HOOK SUSPENSION
COMPACT, DURABLE PENDANT
2-step hoists furnished with CM Rocket pendant as standard. Push-button pendant is optional.
3-step hoists furnished with push-button pendant as standard. CM Rocket pendant not available for 3-step models.
Both pendants are designed for operator comfort, NEMA 4X (IP65) approved for indoor or outdoor industrial service and temperature rated for 0°C (32°F) to 70°C (158°F). Available with and without emergency stop button.
FLEXIBLE USE FOR A VARIETY OF APPLICATIONS
H4 Duty makes hoist ideal for heavy-duty industrial applications. Up to 3-ton capacities available.
RUGGED AND DEPENDABLE
Hardened, forged steel, latch type hooks and Hoistaloy load chain for long, dependable service. H4 duty standard. Rugged control station (NEMA 4X).
STANDARD FEATURES
Hoist duty motor, standard overload protection device and standard screw-type limit switches. Quick change voltage board-change from low voltage to high voltage by re-positioning the receptacle.
GEARING DESIGNED FOR LONG LIFE AND QUIET OPERATION
Gear train lifetime lubricated with non-oxidizing grease. Zinc-plated chain standard.
PRECISE LIFTING CONTROL
Precision machined and hardened liftwheel with hardened chain guides to ensure chain fits tightly and securely in liftwheel.
EASY TO INSTALL AND MAINTAIN
Quick, easy installation and operation. No special tools required to disassemble for simple maintenance and inspection.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Lifetime warranty. Inspected and tested over 125% of rated load prior to shipment. Meets ASME B30.16. Metric rated. Made in USA.
SPECIAL APPLICATIONS
MPROVED SERVICEABILITY
Easy access to the Clutch, Motor, Electrical Control Panel and Brake Assembly.
LONGER SERVICE LIFE
Lifetime grease-lubricated Gear Box and helical gearing ensures efficient operation. Heavy duty rated motors. Hoist workmanship backed by a lifetime warranty.
QUIETER OPERATION
80% reduction in sound pressure as compared to the classic Lodestar.
IMPROVED LOAD SAFETY
Clutch is located outside the load path which prevents slipping of the load in an overload condition when brake is not powered.
IMPROVED CHAIN LIFE
5 Pocket Lift Wheel provides better chain and lift wheel engagement for smoother lifting and reduced vibration – which equates to less wear and a longer chain life. Zinc plating to protect chain from environmental conditions.
EASY ACCESS CONTROL PANEL
With finger-safe wiring and plug and play connectors, the Control Panel allows for quick voltage change, access to terminal strips and simple fuse installation.
EXCEEDS H4 REQUIREMENTS
Lodestar exceeds H4 requirements, engineered for high duty cycles and the toughest applications.
ECO-FRIENDLY
Lifetime grease-lubricated Gear Box means no changing and disposing of hazardous oil. Documented RoHS compliance. Shipped in boxes made of recycled material.
STANDARD FEATURES
Fabric chain container and rigid hook suspension standard on every Lodestar. Lifetime Warranty. Metric rated. CSA/US National Recognized Testing Laboratory (NRTL). Made in the USA.
OPTIONAL FEATURES
STANDARD FEATURES
Lifting capacities up to 7-1/2 tons. Double reeved units with 3-5 ton lifting capacities. Maximum lifting speed of 30 feet per minute.
LONG LIFE AND SMOOTH OPERATION
Forged ten-pocket oblique-lay liftwheel for smooth chain operation, constant chain speed, and reduced chain wear. Gearing operated in oil bath for increased lifting life and quiet operation.
DESIGNED WITH SAFETY IN MIND
Heavy-duty, multiple disc braking system. Rated H-4, heavy-duty. Standard overload protector. Screw-type limit switches. Thermally protected motor. Factory tested at 125% of rated capacity. Made in U.S.A.
