Hand Chain
Considered the most economical way to lift any load, hand chain hoists fill a number of different niches. Hand Chain Hoists are your best bet when facing a job where portability and easy rigging are a necessity. Whether a big or small job hand chain hoist, hand chain hoists can be found in a variety of different industries; most commonly in construction, maintenance and precision lifting applications.
With capacities ranging from ¼ ton to 50 ton, hand chain hoists can lift even the heaviest of loads.
A hand chain is designed to drive the gearbox, while the lifting chain moves up or down with the load.
- Spark resistant features are available; stainless steel and bronze hooks, chains, wheels, etc.
- Suspension alternatives include hook mount, plain trolley, geared trolley, low headroom, and army type trolley options.
| Manufacturer | Budgit | Coffing | C.M. | R&M | Yale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Series | USA | LHH | Hurricane 360 | RM-II | LH-2 |
| Capacity Range | 1/4-6 Tonne | 1/2-20 Tonne | 1/2-10 Tonne | 1/4-10 Tonne | 1/2-12 Tonne |
| Body Type | |||||
| Cast | Aluminum Alloy | Aluminum Alloy | |||
| Steel | Yes | Yes | Yes | ||
| Suspension | |||||
| Hook | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Lug | Yes | N/A | No | No | Yes |
| Integral | Yes | N/A | No | No | Yes |
| Overload Device | Standard | N/A | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Chain Container | Optional | N/A | N/A | Optional | Optional |
| 360° Hand Chain Guide | N/A | N/A | Standard | N/A | No |
| Corrision Resistant | Optional | N/A | No | N/A | Optional |
| Spark Resistant | Optional | N/A | No | N/A | Optional |
| Food Grade | Optional | N/A | No | N/A | Optional |
| Twin Hook | No | No | No | No | No |