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Lodestar VS Electric Chain Hoist

By combining the Lodestar’s industry-leading design with Intelli-Connect™ diagnostic and analytic technology we now have the Lodestar VS, a one-of-a-kind, intelligent hoist that puts the power to program, maintain, monitor, and troubleshoot the hoist in the palm of your hand.

Standard Configurations

Lift (ft): 10
Max Lifting Speed (ft/min): 60
Rated Lift Capacity: 1/8 Metric Ton, 1/4 Metric Ton, 1/2 Metric Ton, 1 Metric Ton, 2 Metric Ton, 3 Metric Ton
Reeving: 1, 2, 3

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Features and Benefits

  • LESS MAINTENANCE & EASY INSPECTION
    Brake location allows for quick access and easy inspection. Lifetime grease-lubricated Gear Box means no oil change out is required. Precision gears provide better wear and longer life. Clutch located outside the Gear Box allows for easy access which eliminates the need for complete disassembly and reduces downtime.
  • LONG SERVICE LIFE
    Heavy-duty DC brake is designed for a long service life. Lifetime grease-lubricated gear box and helical gearing ensures better wear and smooth operation. Heavy-duty rated motor.
  • 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.
  • EASY ACCESS CONTROL PANEL
    Finger-safe wiring and plug-and-play connectors on the Control Panel allow for easy access to the VFD.
  • EXCEEDS H4 REQUIREMENTS
    Lodestar exceeds H4 requirements. Engineered for high duty cycles and the toughest applications.
  • METRIC RATED
  • FABRIC CHAIN CONTAINER
    Standard up to 20 ft. lift.
  • IMPROVED SERVICEABILITY
    Easy access to the Clutch, Motor, Electrical Control Panel and Brake Assembly.
  • QUIET OPERATION
    80% reduction in sound pressure as compared to the classic Lodestar.
  • LONG CHAIN LIFE
    5-pocket lift wheel provides excellent 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.
  • ZINC-PLATED LOAD CHAIN
    Designed and manufactured in the USA by Columbus McKinnon. Zinc-plated Star Grade load chain protects against corrosion.
  • ECO-FRIENDLY
    Lifetime grease-lubricated Gear Box means no changing and disposing of hazardous oil. Documented RoHS compliance. Shipped in boxes made of recycled material.
  • LIFETIME WARRANTY
    The industry's best warranty against manufacturing and material defects.

Lodestar VS with Intelli-Connectâ„¢

Intelli-Connect is available as an option on all new Lodestar VS units or in a retrofit kit for units already in service. With Intelli-Connect, you can quickly and easily program, maintain, monitor, and troubleshoot your hoist wirelessly from the plant floor with a tablet or smartphone – say goodbye to your programming cable.

The Intelli-Connect Mobile and Mobile+ apps provide:

  • Easy hoist setup
  • Access to the latest user manuals and troubleshooting guides
  • Ability to adjust parameters and store backup sets on the wireless operator or PED
  • Quick access to parameters with the ability to set parameter favorites based on frequent use
  • Functionality to easily copy a parameter set from one Magnetek VFD and upload onto another
  • Access to technical support through the app for parameter setup and troubleshooting
  • Over-the-air updates for wireless operator
  • Detailed event logging of faults and alarms
  • Secure Wi-Fi connection between wireless operator and personal electronic device
  • All features of CM HI-TECH interface previously available with the Lodestar VS
  • Continuous monitoring of pre- and post-VFD events and trending data
  • Ability to trigger data-logging events
  • Visibility to remaining hoist life (requires load cell)
  • Expanded fault and alarm history
  • Inspection log to track maintenance notes

Contact an Expert About Your Application

Reach out to our team to further discuss your Lodestar VS with Intelli-Connect application or to receive a demo of the Intelli-Connect app.

FEATURES AND BENEFITS

Lodestar VS Electric Chain Hoist

LESS MAINTENANCE & EASY INSPECTION

Brake location allows for quick access and easy inspection. Lifetime grease-lubricated Gear Box means no oil change out is required. Precision gears provide better wear and longer life. 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.

LONG SERVICE LIFE

Heavy-duty DC brake is designed for a long service life. Lifetime grease-lubricated gear box and helical gearing ensures better wear and smooth operation. Heavy-duty rated motor.

QUIET OPERATION

80% reduction in sound pressure as compared to the classic Lodestar.

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.

LONG CHAIN LIFE

5-pocket lift wheel provides excellent 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 easy access to the VFD.

ZINC-PLATED LOAD CHAIN

Designed and manufactured in the USA by Columbus McKinnon. Zinc-plated Star Grade load chain protects against corrosion.

EXCEEDS H4 REQUIREMENTS

Lodestar exceeds H4 requirements. Engineered for high duty cycles and the toughest applications.

ECO-FRIENDLY

Lifetime grease-lubricated Gear Box means no changing and disposing of hazardous oil. Documented RoHS compliance. Shipped in boxes made of recycled material.

METRIC RATED

LIFETIME WARRANTY

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

FABRIC CHAIN CONTAINER

Standard up to 20 ft. lift.

Specifications

Model Number Hoist Model Lift (ft) Operating Voltage Rated Lift Capacity Reeving
CLV01321A102MA A 230-3-60 1/8 Metric Ton 1
CLV01321A103VA A 230-3-60 1/8 Metric Ton 1
CLV01321B102MA A 460-3-60 1/8 Metric Ton 1
CLV01321B103VA A 460-3-60 1/8 Metric Ton 1
CLV01321D102MA A 115-1-60 1/8 Metric Ton 1
CLV01601A102MA 10 1
CLV01601B103VA AA 460-3-60 1/8 Metric Ton 1
CLV01601D102MA AA 115-1-60 1/8 Metric Ton 1
CLV02161A102MA B 230-3-60 1/4 Metric Ton 1
CLV02161A103VA B 230-3-60 1/4 Metric Ton 1
CLV02161B102MA B 460-3-60 1/4 Metric Ton 1
CLV02161B103VA B 460-3-60 1/4 Metric Ton 1
CLV02161D102MA B 115-1-60 1/4 Metric Ton 1
CLV02321A102MA C 230-3-60 1/4 Metric Ton 1
CLV02321A103VA C 230-3-60 1/4 Metric Ton 1
CLV02321B102MA C 460-3-60 1/4 Metric Ton 1
CLV02321B103VA C 460-3-60 1/4 Metric Ton 1
CLV02321D102MA C 115-1-60 1/4 Metric Ton 1
CLV02321D103VA C 115-1-60 1/4 Metric Ton 1
CLV05082A102MA
CLV05082A103VA E 230-3-60 1/2 Metric Ton 2
CLV05082B102MA E 460-3-60 1/2 Metric Ton 2
CLV05082B103VA E 460-3-60 1/2 Metric Ton 2
CLV05082D102MA E 115-1-60 1/2 Metric Ton 2
CLV05082D103VA E 115-1-60 1/2 Metric Ton 2
CLV05161A102MA F 230-3-60 1/2 Metric Ton 1
CLV05161A103VA F 230-3-60 1/2 Metric Ton 1
CLV05161B102MA F 460-3-60 1/2 Metric Ton 1
CLV05161B103VA F 460-3-60 1/2 Metric Ton 1
CLV05161D102MA F 115-1-60 1/2 Metric Ton 1
CLV05161D103VA F 115-1-60 1/2 Metric Ton 1
CLV05161E103VA F 230-1-60 1/2 Metric Ton 1
CLV05321A102MA J 230-3-60 1/2 Metric Ton 1
CLV05321A103VA J 230-3-60 1/2 Metric Ton 1
CLV05321B102MA J 460-3-60 1/2 Metric Ton 1
CLV05321B103VA J 460-3-60 1/2 Metric Ton 1
CLV05321D102MA J 115-1-60 1/2 Metric Ton 1
CLV10082A102MA H 230-3-60 1 Metric Ton 2
CLV10082A103VA H 230-3-60 1 Metric Ton 2
CLV10082B102MA H 460-3-60 1 Metric Ton 2
CLV10082B103VA H 460-3-60 1 Metric Ton 2
CLV10082D102MA H 115-1-60 1 Metric Ton 2
CLV10082D103VA H 115-1-60 1 Metric Ton 2
CLV10161A102MA L 230-3-60 1 Metric Ton 2
CLV10161A103VA L 230-3-60 1 Metric Ton 2
CLV10161B102MA L 460-3-60 1 Metric Ton 2
CLV10161B103VA L 460-3-60 1 Metric Ton 2
CLV10161D102MA L 115-1-60 1 Metric Ton 2
CLV10161D103VA L 115-1-60 1 Metric Ton 2
CLV10161E102MA L 230-1-60 1 Metric Ton 1
CLV20082A103VA R 230-3-60 2 Metric Ton 2
CLV20082B102MA R 460-3-60 2 Metric Ton 2
CLV20082B103VA R 460-3-60 2 Metric Ton 2
CLV20082D102MA R 115-1-60 2 Metric Ton 2
CLV20082D103VA R 115-1-60 2 Metric Ton 2
CLV30053B103VA RT 460-3-60 3 Metric Ton 3
LV01601A103VA
LV01601B102MA

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