CM Lodestar Electric chain hoist
Powerful, Reliable & Built to Last
The CM Lodestar Electric Hoist is the benchmark for industrial lifting performance — trusted across workshops, factories, rental fleets, theatres, and construction sites worldwide. Designed and engineered by Columbus McKinnon (one of the most respected names in material handling), this hoist delivers dependable power, rugged durability, and precision performance in even the toughest working environments.
Industrial-Grade Strength and Versatility
Built for heavy-duty use, the Lodestar is available in a wide range of load capacities, typically from around 250 kg up to 3000 kg (3 tonnes), ensuring there’s a model suited to virtually any lifting task — from light workshop duties to demanding industrial applications.
Whether you need a compact unit for repetitive lifting or a high-capacity hoist for substantial loads, the Lodestar’s modular design offers flexibility with multiple voltage options (including single-phase and 3-phase), variable speeds, and lift heights up to 30 m or more.
Engineered for Tough Environments
Every Lodestar hoist features a tough, lightweight aluminium alloy housing that protects critical mechanical and electrical components while improving heat dissipation — helping the hoist perform reliably under continuous work conditions.
Easy to Install, Maintain & Operate
Thanks to thoughtful design, the CM Lodestar is easier to install and maintain than many traditional hoists. Accessible internal components mean faster servicing, and the modular electrical board allows simple voltage conversions without special tools.
| Model | Operating Voltage | Capacity (WLL) kg | Falls of Load Chain | Lifting Speed(s) m/min | Load Chain Depth x Pitch mm | Hoist Motor kW |
| C | 230v or 110v 1ph 50Hz |
250 | 1 | 8 | 6.3 x 18.9 | 0.37 |
| F | 230v or 110v 1ph 50Hz |
500 | 1 | 4 | 6.3 x 18.9 | 0.37 |
| J | 230v or 110v 1ph 50Hz |
500 | 1 | 8 | 7.9 x 21.7 | 0.75 |
| L | 230v or 110v 1ph 50Hz |
1000 | 1 | 4 | 7.9 x 21.7 |
0.75 |
| LL | 400v 3ph 50Hz |
1000 | 1 | 8 | 7.9 x 21.7 |
0.75 |
| LL2 | 400v 3ph 50Hz |
1000 | 1 | 8/2.5 | 7.9 x 21.7 |
0.75 |
| R | 230v or 110v 1ph 50Hz |
2000 | 2 | 2 | 7.9 x 21.7 |
0.75 |
| RR | 400v 3ph 50Hz |
2000 | 2 | 4 | 7.9 x 21.7 |
0.75 |
| RR2 | 400v 3ph 50Hz |
2000 | 2 | 4/1.3 | 7.9 x 21.7 |
0.75 |
| RT | 230v or 110v 1ph 50Hz |
3000 | 3 | 1.33 | 7.9 x 21.7 |
0.75 |
| Model | Lodestar 250 / 500 | Lodestar 500 / 1000 | Lodestar 2000 | Lodestar 3000 |
| Frame type | A, B, C, F and AA | J, L, JJ and LL | R, RR | RT |
| A, mm | 413 | 471 | 613 | 750 |
| B, mm | 156 | 194 | 194 | 194 |
| C, mm | 17 | 22 | 28 | 28 |
| D, mm | 279 | 241 | 241 | 241 |
| F, mm | 197 | 271 | 271 | 271 |
| H, mm | 25 | 30 | 38 | 38 |
| J, mm | 100 | 138 | 165 | 165 |
| L, mm | 122 | 184 | 157 | 157 |
| M, mm | 25 | 28 | 33 | 33 |
| P, mm | 168 | 198 | 198 | 198 |
| AP, mm | 235 | 271 | 284 | 319 |
Chain Container Bag
| Maximum length of lift (ft.) | |||||||
| Models A-AA-B-C-F-WB-WF | Models E-H-WH-WE | Models J, JJ, L, LL, WL, WJ | Models R, RR, WR | Model RT, RRT | Bag Size (in.) | Bag Height (in.) | Approx Weight (lbs.) |
| 20 | 10 | - | - | - | 7.5 x 7.5 | 7 | 3 |
| 40 | 20 | - | - | - | 7.5 x 7.5 |
10 | 3 |
| 60 | 30 | - | - | - | 7.5 x 7.5 |
13 | 3 |
| 90 | 45 | - | - | - | 7.5 x 7.5 |
16 | 4 |
| 100 | 60 | - | - | - | 7.5 x 7.5 |
18 | 4 |
| 140 | 90 | - | - | - | 7.5 x 7.5 |
20 | 4 |
| - | - | 10 | - | - | 7.5 x 7.5 |
7 | 3 |
| - | - | 20 | 10 | - | 7.5 x 7.5 |
10 | 3 |
| - | - | 30 | 15 | 10 | 7.5 x 7.5 |
13 | 3 |
| - | - | 45 | 20 | - | 7.5 x 7.5 |
16 | 4 |
| - | - | 60 | 30 | 20 | 7.5 x 7.5 |
18 | 4 |
| - | - | 90 | 45 | 30 | 7.5 x 7.5 |
20 | 4 |
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