Brochure
2-toN, SINGLE-REEVED
The CM
®
Lodestar
®
is now available as an
economical 2-ton, single-reeved unit that’s ideal
for a variety of industrial lifting applications.
And, because it’s a single-reeved unit,
the design prevents the lower hook block
from capsizing and damaging the hoist.
®
ELECTRIC CHAIN HOIST
OPTIONAL FEATURES
DOUBLE DC BRAKE
Two independent-acting DC Brakes
for redundant braking. Field installation
kit available.
VARIABLE SPEED DRIVE (VFD)
PRIMARY & SECONDARY
TRANSFORMER FUSING
ROTATABLE LIMIT SWITCH
Designed for quick reset of limit position.
METAL CHAIN CONTAINERS
BENEFITS & FEATURES
LESS MAINTENANCE
& EASIER INSPECTION
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Brake location allows for quick access
and easy inspection.
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Lifetime grease-lubricated Gear Box
means no oil change is required.
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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.
LONGER SERVICE LIFE
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Heavy-duty DC brake is designed for
a long service life.
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Lifetime grease-lubricated Gear Box
and helical gearing ensures better
wear and smooth operation.
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Heavy-duty rated motors.
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.
IMPROVED CHAIN LIFE
5-Pocket Lift Wheel provides better 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 quick voltage change,
easy access to terminal strips and
simple fuse installation.
ZINC-PLATED LOAD CHAIN
Designed and manufactured in
the USA by Columbus McKinnon.
10-millimeter, zinc-plated Star Grade
load chain protects against corrosion.
ADJUSTABLE LIMIT SWITCH
Easy-to-adjust screw limit switch
automatically stops the hook at any
predetermined point when either lifting
or lowering, preventing overtravel.
OVERLOAD PROTECTOR
Helps prevent lifting
of dangerous overloads.
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