Lodestar Classic Entertainment Electric Chain Hoist

From outdoor sporting events and concert tours to Broadway musicals and Las Vegas shows, the CM Lodestar Classic electric chain motor is the legendary tough motor that professional riggers around the world can rely on.

Features & Benefits

SPECIFICATIONS

Capacities: 1/8 to 2 tons (Metric Rated)
Lift: 60 ft. standard (other lifts available)
Speeds: 5 to 100 F.P.M. at 60 Hz.
Voltages: 1-phase and 3-phase available

BENEFITS & FEATURES

•IP66 Rating: An Ingress Protection (IP) Rating of 66 indicates that the Lodestar Classic offers protection from dust and high-pressure water - making this unit ideal for use in outdoor environments.
•High-performance composite cord grips: Prevent water from entering the motor body at the pendant and power cord points of entry.
•Continuous Gaskets: Create a waterproof seal between the gearbox assembly and the back frame and motor covers.
•O-Rings on Lift Wheel Bearing: Prevent water from entering the motor body through the lift wheel opening.

LONG SERVICE LIFE

•Standard AC brake is designed for a long service life.
•Lifetime grease-lubricated gear box ensures better wear and smooth operation. Heavy-duty-rated motors.
•Standard external chain guide helps extend chain life.

DUTY CYCLE

H-4 duty rated for heavy-duty applications. 2M+ FEM class. 50% duty cycle or 300 on/off per hour.

LOW VOLTAGE CONTROL

110 volt for long cable runs without voltage drop. 24 and 48 volt optional. Single-phase and three-phase also available.

OVERLOAD PROTECTOR

Helps prevent lifting of dangerous overloads.

OVER-TRAVEL PREVENTION

Adjustable limit switch prevents load from over-travel in both up and down directions.

LIGHTWEIGHT, CAST-ALUMINUM HOUSING

Durable and strong cast-aluminum housing is black powder coated for low visibility.

METRIC RATED

ROAD READY

Easy to stow and travel.

LIFETIME WARRANTY

The industry's best warranty against manufacturing and material defects.


OPTIONAL FEATURES

Single or Double DC Brake

Field Installation Kit available for single or double DC brake. The double option features two independent acting DC brakes for redundant braking.

Double Limit Switch

Adjustable screw limit switch that automatically stops the hook at any predetermined point when either hoisting or lifting.

Variable Speed Units Available (VFD)

Varistar or variable speed versions available. Please contact your CM-ET sales representative for details.

CM Alloy Latchlok® Hooks

Latchlok® hooks combine innovative design and solid alloy steel. I-Beam construction offers more reliable performance than any other hook on the market.

Encoders

Available for positioning incremental and absolute.

Easy-to-Mount, Cloth-Type Chain Bags

Direct Control Unit

Featuring a single cable, a unit can be used as part of a system with multiple units with a single control. Lodestar is compatible with most direct-control motor controllers.