Dayton
Dayton Electric Chain Hoist 1/4T 20 ft 8 fpm
Electric chain hoist lifts 500 lb up to 20 ft at 7 fpm on 115 V power with 16 in headroom
- Lifts up to 500 lb with electric power
- 20 ft lift height covers tall work areas
- Hook mounted design installs without a trolley
- Runs on standard 115V AC supply
- Compact 16 in headroom fits low ceilings
Suitable Applications
The Dayton electric chain hoist lifts up to 500 lb with a 20 ft hook travel distance. It operates on a standard 115V AC supply and runs at a fixed 7 fpm lifting speed. The unit is hook mounted without a trolley for permanent or temporary overhead attachment. Buyers who need powered horizontal load movement should look at separate trolley systems.
Installation Requirements
Verify that the support structure can carry the load plus the hoist weight and allows at least 16 in of headroom. Confirm a 115V AC circuit is available and protected for the 3 A motor draw. The hoist is rated for H2 duty classification, so match the expected cycle frequency to that rating. Buyers without a suitable beam or mounting point must arrange structural work before fitting.
Upgrade Considerations
This model replaces manual chain blocks or lower-capacity electric hoists where a 500 lb limit and 20 ft lift meet the task. The step up is worthwhile when repeated lifts make hand operation slow or fatiguing and a fixed-speed unit fits the workflow. Operations needing variable speed, longer lift height or trolley travel will require a different hoist configuration.
Highlights
- Lifts up to 500 lb with electric power
- 20 ft lift height covers tall work areas
- Hook mounted design installs without a trolley
- Runs on standard 115V AC supply
- Compact 16 in headroom fits low ceilings
Specifications
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Questions about this item
What does the 500 lb capacity mean for everyday lifting jobs?
The hoist is rated to lift up to 500 lb at a fixed speed of 7 fpm, giving a steady, single-speed pull for loads within that limit.
Which configuration should I choose if I only need a hook-mounted unit without a trolley?
This model is supplied as hook mounted with no trolley included, so it is ready to hang from a suitable beam or support.
What comes in the box and what must be sourced separately?
The package provides the electric chain hoist with a 20 ft lift chain and hook; a supporting beam, mounting hardware and 115 V AC supply are not included.
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