CM Lodestar Electric Chain Hoist Comparison Chart

When looking to purchase chain hoists, CM offers a wide variety of options. With over 135 years of experience in Chain hoists, Columbus McKinnon (CM) has built their product line on industry knowledge and customer needs. As a lead innovator CM knows the many unique requirments of todays industry rigging. Please use our Chain Hoist Comparison Chart to help cross reference your hoist needs.

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	Name	Capacities	Standard Lift	Speeds	Voltage	Key Feature
	CM Lodestar Classic Electric Chain Motor	1/8 to 2 tons Metric Rated	60 feet	8 to 64 ft/min	1 or 3 phase	Motor of choice for more than 30 years. General overhead lifting including suspending trusses, speaker arrays, and lighting.
	CM Lodestar Electric Chain Motor	1/8 to 2 tons Metric Rated	60 feet	5 to 64 ft/min	3 phase	General overhead lifting including suspending trusses, speaker arrays, and lighting.
	CM Lodestar D8+ Electric Chain Motor	125 to 1500 kg Metric Rated	60 feet	5 to 64 ft/min	3 phase	With a design factor of 8:1 and double brake installed, the Lodestar D8+ meets the highest level of safety for all world standards.
	CM Lodestar BGV-C1 Electric Chain Motor	250 to 1000 kg Metric Rated	60 feet	16 to 100 ft/min	3 phase	Meets BGV-C1 German regulation.
	CM ShowPro Electric Chain Motor	Capacities 1/2 to 2 tons	60 feet	16 ft/min	3 phase	Compact design. Quiet operation with 5-pocket lift wheel. Ideal for small venues.
	CM Prostar Electric Chain Motor	300 lbs to 1000 lbs Metric Rated	60 feet	8 to 40 ft/min	1 or 3 phase	Portable design. Quiet operation with 10-pocket lift wheel. Ideal for small venues.
	CM Prostar VS Electric Chain Motor	250 lbs to 1,100 lbs	10 feet	Up to 63 ft/min	1 or 3 phase	Compact design. Fast variable lifting speeds can be configured with easy-to-use interface