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SLE Electric Chain Hoist

Electric Chain Hoists

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The Chester SLE Electric Low Headroom Chain Hoists are designed for those applications where headroom is limited. Engineered around proven designs, these hoists provide smooth, quiet trouble free operation in a variety of Class III applications.
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Features and Benefits

Standard features

5 or 6 pocket load wheels, durable self-locking worm drive transmissions, sturdy steel construction, direct-acting motor brakes and two precision bearings per trolley wheel. Standard voltage is 230/460 Volt, 3 phase

Standard controls

Reversing contactors, 115V control transformers and terminal blocks in a Nema 12 enclosure.

Built for Long Life

Equipped with worm drive gear reducers and case hardened load chain.

Choice of Trolley Mount

Choice of lug mounted, push/pull, hand geared or motorized trolley drives are available to meet a variety of applications.

Limit Switch to Limit Travel

Standard units are supplied with redundant paddle type and geared limit switches for both upper and lower hook travel.

Common control circuit options

Nonstandard voltages, fuses, TOLs, current Load Limiters, trolley soft starts, two speed or variable speed operation, inching circuits, encoders and additional limit switches for hoist and trolley travel.

Customizable for Any Application

Each unit is custom-built for the specific beam specified on the order. This hoist design permits adaptation to a variety of applications and can be custom built to meet the end user's specific needs.

Options
Catalog Number Rated Capacity in Short Tons Standard Lift in Feet Minimum Radius Curve Minimum Distance Bottom of I-Beam to Hook in Inches Hoist Speed (FPM) Motorized Trolley Speed (FPM) Motor (H.P.) (RPM) Net Weight LBS.
Plain Hand Geared Motorized Plain Geared Motorized
ELP-1 ELG-1 ELM-1 1 10 6'6" 7" 10 35 2@1800 440 470 480
ELP-11/2 ELG-11/2 ELM-11/2 1 1/2 10 6'6" 7" 10 35 2@1800 440 470 480
ELP-2 ELG-2 ELM-2 2 10 6'6" 7" 10 35 2@1800 440 470 480
ELP-3 ELG-3 ELM-3 3 10 6'6" 8" 5 35 2@1800 540 570 580
ELP-4 ELG-4 ELM-4 4  10 7'6" 8 1/2" 5 35 2@1800 540 570 580
ELP-5 ELG-5 ELM-5 5 10 8'6" 9 1/2" 7 35 4@1200 1280 1340 1310
ELP-6 ELG-6 ELM-6 6 10 8'6" 9 1/2" 7 35 4@1200 1280 1340 1310
ELP-8 ELG-8 ELM-8 8 10 9'6" 12" 4 20 4@12000 1350 1480 1400
ELP-10 ELG-10 ELM-10 10 10 10' 12 1/2" 3.5 20 4@1200 1730 1810 1780
ELP-12 ELG-12 ELM-12 12 10 * 12 1/2" 3.5 20 4@1200 1730 1810 1780
ELP-16 ELG-16 ELM-16 16 10 * 14 1/2" 2 20 4@1200 2300 2380 2350
ELP-20 ELG-20 ELM-20 20 10 * 18" 1.7 20 4@1200 2650 2810 2750
ELP-24 ELG-24 ELM-24 24 10 * 18" 1.7 20 4@1200 2650 2810 2750

*Straight track operation only recommended for these units. However curve radius must be specified on orders.
**Curves less than minimum may be fitted by special construction. Please consult factory.
NOTE: All headroom dimensions determined while hoist under load.

Catalog Number Rated Capacity in Short Tons Standard Lift in Feet Minimum Radius Curve ** Minimum Distance Bottom of I-Beam to Hook in Inches Hoist Speed (FPM) Motorized Trolley Speed (FPM) Motor (H.P.) (RPM) Net Weight LBS.
Plain Hand Geared Motorized Plain Geared Motorized
ELP-1SR ELG-1SR ELM-1SR 1 10 6'6'' 7 3/4'' 10 35 2@1800 443 473 483
ELP-11/2SR ELG-11/2SR ELM-11/2SR 1.5 10 6'6'' 7 3/4'' 10 35 2@1800 443 473 483
ELP-2SR ELG-2SR ELM-2SR 2 10 6'6'' 9 3/16" 5 35 2@1800 545 575 585
ELP-3SR ELG-3SR ELM-3SR 3 10 6'6'' 9 3/16'' 5 35 2@1800 545 575 585
ELP-4SR ELG-4SR ELM-4SR 4 10 8'6'' 11 3/16'' 7 35 4@1200 1290 1350 1320
ELP-5SR ELG-5SR ELM-5SR 5 10 8'6'' 12'' 7 35 4@1200 1290 1350 1320
ELP-6SR ELG-6SR ELM-6SR 6 10 9'6'' 14 3/16'' 4 20 4@1200 1370 1500 1420
ELP-8SR ELG-8SR ELM-8SR 8 10 10'' 14 5/8'' 3.5 20 4@1200 1750 1830 1800
ELP-10SR ELG-10SR ELM-10SR 10 10 10' 16 1/2'' 3.5 20 4@1200 1760 1840 1810
ELP-12SR ELG-12SR ELM-12SR 12 10 * 19'' 2 20 4@1200 2330 2410 2380
ELP-16SR ELG-16SR ELM-16SR 16 10 * 21'' 1.7 20 4@1200 2680 2840 2780
ELP-20SR ELG-20SR ELM-20SR 20 10 * 21'' 1.7 20 4@1200 2680 2840 2780
ELP-24SR ELG-24SR ELM-24SR 20 10 * 21'' 1.7 20 4@1200 2680 2840 2780

* Straight track operation only recommended for these units. However curve radius must be specified on orders.
** Curves less than minimum may be fitted by special construction. Please consult factory.
NOTE: All headroom dimensions determined while hoist under load.

Custom-Made for Any Application

Serving the material handling industry since the 1920s, Chester Hoist sets the industry standard for custom-made and specialty hoisting products. All products are USA-made and customized to meet the specific needs of complex and specialty applications.

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OPTIONAL FEATURES

  • Units can be supplied to fit a variety of beams including I-beams, wide flange beams and patented track.
  • Special control enclosures and motors can be provided for hostile or hazardous environments including explosion-proof applications.
  • Trolley options include, push/pull, hand geared or a variety of motorized speeds.
  • Push-button pendants and control circuits can be designed to meet the exact requirements of the customer.
  • Special finishes including plating and corrosion-resistant paints are available.