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Battery-Powered Chain Hoists

Powered by your Milwaukee M18 battery, these hoists lift up to 2,000 lbs. Since they don’t need a power cord or compressed air source, these CM Batterystar hoists are a good choice for heavy lifting at temporary jobsites. They’re under 50 lbs., so carry them from job to job.

Despite their small size, they’re packed with safety features. The included remote control works from 60 ft. away, so you can stand back and out of harm’s way. These hoists have both an electronic and a mechanical clutch for overload protection. If either senses a load that is too heavy, they'll stop any movement. As you lower a heavy load, the mechanical brake controls the descent to prevent slipping. In a pinch, you can also lower these hoists using your drill.

IP rated, the hoist housing, transmitter, and motor are sealed to protect against dust and water. The same goes for the remote—set it down around your dusty, dirty jobsite without a second thought.

Warning: Never use to lift people or items over people.

	Clearance	Hook Opening Wd.	Max. Transmission Distance, ft.	Wt., lb.	Voltage	Body Material	Batteries Included	Features	Includes	Specs. Met	Certification		Each
22-Min. Max. Continuous Run (20% Lifting/Lowering, 80% Rest)







	CM Batterystar

	1 ton, 2,000 lb.	8	20	15"	1 1/2"	60	45	18V DC	Aluminum	Yes	Brake Inspection Window Overload Protection Remote Indicator Icons	Remote Control	ASME B30.16	SGS Listed	7476N101	000000000

Accessories for Hoists

Pkg. Qty.		Pkg.
1	29735A318	0000000

	Each
29735A622	000000

Battery-Powered Lift-Assist Hoists


Hoist with Scissor Lifter (Sold Separately)

Reduce fatigue and help prevent injuries by letting these hoists bear the brunt of your load. Designed for repetitive, all-day lifting and tool-holding jobs, these battery-powered hoists let you guide loads by hand but without the weight. Hang them from a rail or trolley wherever you need to transfer loads in your facility—they’re often used to lift parts onto receiving stations and over assembly lines. Moving your load is as easy as grabbing the handle and guiding it from point A to point B. When you take your hand off the handle, these hoists hold your load in place. The ring they hang from can swivel 360° for positioning flexibility.

To minimize downtime, these hoists lift and lower up to 500 loads on a single charge. They also come with a backup battery you can use while the other one is charging.

Pull out the quick-release pin to switch the hook out for a scissor lifter or vacuum lifter (both sold separately).

Warning: Never use to lift people or items over people.

					Hook		Hanger
	Wt. Cap., lb.	Lifting Speed, fpm	Lift Lg., ft.	Clearance	Opening Wd.	Usable Lg.	Type	Opening Size	Wt., lb.	Voltage	Body Material	Batteries Included	Features	Certification		Each
6 hr. Maximum Continuous Run Time



		65	98	4	16 3/8"	15/16"	3 1/2"	Swiveling Ring	3/4"	20	14.4V DC	Steel	Yes	Low Battery Indicator	CE Marked	7524N101	000000000

Accessories and Replacements for Hoists

Lifters

Suction cup lifters grip smooth, nonporous surfaces, such as mirrors and metal sheets. Flip the lever up and down to activate and release the suction.

	Cup
For Wt. Cap., lb.	Dia.	Material	For Use On		Each
66	5 7/8"	Rubber	Flat Surfaces	7524N106	0000000

Scissor Lifters

Image of Product. Top orientation. Lifting Tongs. Battery-Powered Lift-Assist Hoists .

Scissor lifters clamp tightly around boxes and other large objects, automatically adjusting how hard they grip based on the weight of the load. Manually adjust the length of the arms depending on the size of your object.

For Wt. Cap., lb.	For Max. Wd.	For Min. Wd.		Each
66	19"	11"	7524N105	000000000

	Each
7524N102	0000000

	Each
7524N103	0000000

		Hook


Steel	15/16"	3 1/2"	7524N104	0000000

Electric Motor-Driven Cranes

From navigating around your facility to raising heavy loads, every movement these cranes make is fully powered. They have a battery-powered hydraulic pump that keeps movements consistent and controlled, including when you’re moving the arm in, out, up, and down to position loads. On a single charge, their battery lasts for four hours of continuous use or eight hours of intermittent use. Turn the throttle to adjust the speed of travel and push buttons to position the arm.

To prevent collisions when moving these cranes in reverse, hit the emergency safety switch to quickly move them forward in the opposite direction. You can also sound the horn to alert people nearby. There’s no need to worry about them rolling away from you—an automatic brake stops them from moving as soon as you let go of the handle. Adjust the length of the legs to distribute loads more evenly, reducing the risk that these cranes will tip.

Warning: Never use to lift people or items over people.

						Overall
	Retracted Arm Wt. Cap.	Extended Arm Wt. Cap.	Arm Lg.	Clearance	Distance Between Legs	Lg.	Wd.	Ht.	Hook Type	Hook Movement	Hook Opening Wd.	Handle Ht.	Voltage, V DC	Specs. Met		Each
Yellow Powder-Coated Steel with Steel Hook



		1 1/4 ton, 2,500 lb.	1/4 ton, 600 lb.	30" to 94"	22" to 110"	23" to 28"	79" to 103"	30" to 35"	66"	Latching	360° Swivel	1 1/4"	20 1/4"	12	ANSI/NEMA Z535	7551N11	0000000000

Close-Lift Battery-Powered Cranes

Position loads and maneuver with ease in tight spaces. Instead of long legs, these cranes are balanced with a counterweight in the back. The added room in front means you can push these cranes against surfaces to maximize the arm’s reach. No need for a hoist: a battery-powered hydraulic pump raises and lowers the arm to move loads. This means you can lift heavy parts regardless of whether an outlet’s nearby. To extend the reach of the arm – also known as the boom – manually adjust it between four positions. These cranes have an emergency stop button that quickly prevents them from moving any further if there's a risk of collision. Lock the caster wheels to keep them from rolling while lifting.

Warning: Never use to lift people or items over people.

					Overall
	Arm Lg.	Retracted Arm Wt. Cap.	Extended Arm Wt. Cap.	Clearance	Lg.	Wd.	Ht.	Crane Beam Type	Hook Type	Hook Material	Hook Movement	Hook Opening Wd.	Wheel Configuration	Brake Type	Wheel Material	Batteries Included	Voltage, V DC	Specs. Met		Each
Blue Painted Steel



		54" to 77"	1/4 ton, 500 lb.	1/8 ton, 300 lb.	5" to 90"	135"	29"	102"	Open	Latching	Steel	360° Swivel	1"	Two Rigid Casters and Two Swivel Casters	Wheel Brake	Glass-Filled Nylon	Yes	12	ASME PASE	7516N11	000000000


		54" to 77"	1/2 ton, 1,000 lb.	1/4 ton, 500 lb.	5" to 90"	145"	29"	102"	Open	Latching	Steel	360° Swivel	1"	Two Rigid Casters and Two Swivel Casters	Wheel Brake	Glass-Filled Nylon	Yes	12	ASME PASE	7516N12	00000000
		54" to 77"	1 ton, 2,000 lb.	1/2 ton, 1,000 lb.	15" to 96"	159"	29"	107"	Open	Latching	Steel	360° Swivel	1"	Two Rigid Casters and Two Swivel Casters	Wheel Brake	Glass-Filled Nylon	Yes	12	ASME PASE	7516N13	00000000

Cords

An extension cord is required to recharge the battery.

Male Connection		Female Connection							Cord
End Type	NEMA Type	End Type	NEMA Type	Lg., ft.	Color	AWG	Current, amp	Voltage, V AC	OD	Outer Jacket Material	Cable Designation	Certification		Each
Plug	5-15	Socket	5-15	6	Black	14	15	125	0.38"	PVC	SJTOW	UL Listed	9581T22	000000

Vacuum Lifters for Large Panels

Lift and position windows, large metal sheets, and even solar panels scratch free. These lifters connect to a crane or hoist and use suction cups to grip material. This makes them more gentle than tongs or plate clamps that can scratch delicate surfaces. For precise positioning, you can tilt these lifters up to 90° and rotate them 180°. As you rotate them, you can lock them at 45° increments. To prevent shifting during installation, they’ll automatically lock at 90°.

The battery-powered vacuum pump generates and maintains strong suction. If suction is lost, the pump senses it and automatically reactivates to maintain grip. A vacuum gauge lets you monitor pressure to stay within safe operating limits. If the pump runs out of battery during a lift, these lifters have a vacuum reserve tank that allows them to maintain grip and support the load for at least five minutes. Each lifter includes a battery gauge and a charger.

Warning: Never use to lift people or items over people.

Lifters with Rubber Cups

						Cup				Overall		Lifting Eye			Mounting Holes						Temp., ° F
	Wt. Cap., lb.	For Surface Type	For Use With	Max. Tilt Angle	Movement	No. of	Color	Dia.	Ht.	Ht.	Wd.	Lg.	Wd.	Housing Material	No. of	Thread Size	Thread Type	Battery Type	Batteries Included	Wt., lb.	Min.	Max.	Specs. Met	Charger Connection		Each
Flat Cup—For Smooth Surfaces



		700	Flat, Nonporous	Sheet Metal, Plastic, Ceramic Tiles, Glass	90°	180° Pivot	4	Black	12"	0.98"	37 1/2"	51 3/4"	2 7/8"	3"	Steel	6	1/4"-20	UNC	Rechargeable	Yes	90	32	100	ASME B30.20	Straight Blade	9972N101	000000000

Cups


For Smooth Surfaces For Textured Surfaces	For Smooth Surfaces

Cups—Vacuum cups for smooth and textured surfaces will grip stone slabs, pebbled fiberglass, and textured tiles. They have a sealing ring that resists abrasive particles. Keep in mind, they have a lower lifting capacity than vacuum cups designed for smooth surfaces only.

					Cup				Temp., ° F		Each		Package
	For Surface Texture	Wt. Cap., lb.	For Surface Type	For Use With	Color	Dia.	Ht.	Compressed Cup Ht.	Min.	Max.		Each	Pkg. Qty.		Pkg.
Rubber Cup



		Smooth, Textured	150	Flat, Nonporous	Glass, Sheet Metal, Plastic, Ceramic Tiles, Stone	Black	11 3/4"	1.180"	0.790"	32	100	9972N102	0000000	4	9972N103	0000000


		Smooth	175	Flat, Nonporous	Glass, Sheet Metal, Plastic, Ceramic Tiles	Black	12"	0.980"	0.830"	32	100	9972N104	000000	—	———	0

Battery-Powered Lifting Magnets

Keep a safe distance from heavy loads—these lifters automatically engage when set down, so you don’t have to secure the magnet to the load yourself. When these lifting magnets sense they’ve been set down again, they’ll automatically release the load. Alternatively, use the push buttons to manually turn the magnet on and off. As a fail-safe, the magnet stays engaged even if the battery dies, preventing your load from dropping. Pair these lifters with a crane or hoist. They’re often used to move large metal sheets and pipes but can also be used to position loads when grinding or fixturing metal parts together.

You can adjust the magnet’s strength to protect thin materials from damage. Fine-tuning the strength is also useful for lifting just one sheet off a stack at a time.

Warning: Never use to lift people or items over people.

Remote Control—Lifters with a remote control give you a way to manually turn the magnet on or off from a distance.

	Wt. Cap. @ Dia.	Max. Material Lg. @ Material Thk.	Lg.	Wd.	Ht.	Lifting Eye Ht.	Material	Material Position	Max. Temp., ° F	Batteries Included	Battery Charger Included	Includes	Features	Specs. Met		Each
Push Button



	154 lb. @ 1/4" 297 lb. @ 1/2" 440 lb. @ 1"	110 lb. @ 5.906"	5 ft. @ 1"	5 15/16"	5 5/16"	11 3/4"	2 7/8"	Steel	Horizontal	175	Yes	Yes	—	Fail-Safe Operation	ASME B30.20	9162N11	000000000


	231 lb. @ 1/4" 518 lb. @ 1/2" 981 lb. @ 1" 1,102 lb. @ 2"	440 lb. @ 7.874"	8 ft. @ 2"	7 7/8"	10 3/8"	15"	3 3/4"	Steel	Horizontal	175	Yes	Yes	Remote Control	Fail-Safe Operation	ASME B30.20	9162N12	00000000
	418 lb. @ 1/4" 837 lb. @ 1/2" 2,017 lb. @ 1" 2,094 lb. @ 2"	880 lb. @ 7.874"	8 ft. @ 2"	14"	10 9/16"	15"	3 3/4"	Steel	Horizontal	175	Yes	Yes	Remote Control	Fail-Safe Operation	ASME B30.20	9162N13	00000000

Electric Winch Cranes

No hand-cranking needed—simply push a button on the handheld control to lift or lower a heavy load. These cranes are also known as davit cranes. The automatic brake holds your load securely in place when you’re not moving it up or down. For precise positioning in all directions, these cranes rotate a full 360°. The arm can be adjusted to four different heights depending on your needs.

Note: Capacity is highest for the first layer of rope and decreases as each additional layer of rope is wound on the winch. There are at least five wraps of rope on the winch.

Warning: Never use to lift people or items over people.

Battery-Powered with Wire Leads (12V DC)

Image of Product. Front orientation. Cranes. Electric Winch Cranes , Battery Powered.

Battery-powered cranes work in locations without electrical outlets. Use the wire leads to connect them to a 12V DC battery (not included).

											Floor Mount (Surface)		Floor Mount (Flush)		Wall Mount (Surface)
	Wt. Cap.	Fully Wound Wt. Cap., lb.	Arm Lg.	Lift Lg., ft.	Lifting Speed, fpm	Overall Ht.	Current, amp	Hook Movement	Batteries Included	Fasteners Included		Each		Each		Each
Zinc-Plated Steel with Galvanized Steel Wire Rope



		500 lb.	500	28" to 42"	90	8	50" to 77"	70	360° Swivel	No	Yes	7567N14	000000000	7567N15	000000000	7567N16	000000000


		550 lb. to 1,000 lb.	550	28" to 42"	45	8	46" to 76"	70	360° Swivel	No	Yes	7567N21	00000000	7567N22	00000000	7567N23	00000000

Accessories and Replacements for Cranes

Power Source	Operation Type	Voltage, V DC		Each
Battery	Button	12	7567N32	0000000

Crane Bases


Floor Mount (Surface)	Floor Mount (Flush)	Wall Mount (Surface)

Install additional bases throughout your facility to make it easy to use your crane in different spots. Make sure the maximum capacity of your crane matches the capacity of the base you choose.

		Floor Mount (Surface)		Floor Mount (Flush)		Wall Mount (Surface)
	For Wt. Cap., lb.		Each		Each		Each
Powder-Coated Steel



		500	7567N24	0000000	7567N25	0000000	7567N26	0000000


		1,000	7567N27	000000	7567N28	000000	7567N29	000000

Material		Each
Powder-Coated Steel	7567N33	0000000

Battery-Operated Drum Lift Trucks

Lift heavy drums in seconds—without ever touching them. Powered by a battery-operated hydraulic pump, these trucks grip, lift, lower, and release drums with the push of a button. No manual pumping required. The claw-style grabber won’t release the drum until it’s fully set down. With a lift height over 3 ft., these trucks can stack two drums or load them into most pickup trucks. A V-style base makes it easy to load and unload drums from pallets and platforms. Plug these trucks into any standard wall outlet to charge the battery.

Retractable legs let you maneuver in tight spaces, and two swivel casters at the back of the truck make steering and pivoting easy. Once the truck is in place, engage the floor lock to keep it stable while you lift and lower loads. The wheels are phenolic, so they’re nonmarking and roll best on smooth surfaces.

V-Style Base—Hydraulic Push Button

Push Button

	For Container						Overall											Wheel
	Material	Cap., gal.	Dia.	Ht.	Overall Wt. Cap., lb.	Cap. with Retracted Legs, lb.	Lg.	Wd.	Ht.	Body Color	Handle Ht.	Max. Lift	Elevation Speed, in/sec	Batteries Included	Brake Type	Holding Mechanism	Voltage, V DC	Dia.	Type		Each
Painted Steel Body with Phenolic Wheels



		Fiber Plastic Steel	30, 55, 85	19" to 24"	34" to 71"	1,100	650	34" to 37"	36" to 41"	66" to 73"	Red	38"	37"	8 1/2	Yes	Floor Lock	Rim Catch	12	5"	Solid	9927N121	000000000

Battery-Operated Fork-Mount Drum Dispensers


Dispenser	Push Button Tilt Mechanism

From the comfort of your forklift, just push a button to dispense heavy drums into large containers, vats, and hoppers. The battery-powered tilt offers greater precision than a manual tilt for a smoother, more controlled pour. You can rotate drums 180° in either direction. It takes about 15 seconds to fully invert them. On a single charge, you’ll be able to empty about 70 drums. These dispensers slide onto your forklift forks and secure with thumb screws. A chain with a ratchet-style tightener holds the drum in place.

Drum adapters fit inside the saddle to hold 30-gallon drums.

Bracket kits for fiber and plastic drums bolt onto the side of the drum saddle and clamp to the top and bottom of the drum. They give the dispenser enough stability to be used with rimless plastic and fiber drums.

Note: Contents shift in half-full drums, which reduces capacity.

Warning: Never use to lift people or items over people.

	Dispensers															30-Gal. Drum Adapters		Bracket Kits for Fiber and Plastic Drums
	For Container			Overall Wt. Cap., lb.		For Max. Fork
	Material	Cap., gal.	Dia.	Full Drum	Half-Full Drum	Wd.	Ht.	Fork Pocket Spacing Ctr.-to-Ctr.	Load Center	Tilt Mechanism	Holding Mechanism (No. of)	Voltage, V DC	Batteries Included		Each		Each		Each
Steel Body



		Steel	55	22" to 23 1/2"	1,500	800	6 1/2"	2 1/2"	31 1/2"	24"	Push Button	Chain (1)	12	Yes	9556N111	000000000	3407T52	0000000	9575N113	0000000