DCS-Pro chain hoist

Variable lifting speeds for load capacities up to 3,200 kg

An investment with added value

Our DCS-Pro chain hoist offers high efficiency and reliability to ensure maximum precision in assembly operations – for gently and safely lifting, lowering and positioning valuable and sensitive parts. Thanks to almost double rated speed in the partial load range, lifting motions can be performed very quickly. What other benefits does it offer?

Variable speed over the entire load spectrum
Exceptionally fine control at slow speed
Up to 90% higher speeds for reduced loads thanks to its Pro-Hub function
Load capacities up to 3,200 kg

Product information

The benefits at a glance

Fully featured with no need for extras

Many features already included as standard

Convenient operation

Automatic switchover to creep lifting speed before the upper/lower limit positions are reached
Lifting speed, acceleration and braking ramp can be simply modified via the control unit
Infinitely variable speed control for lifting and lowering motions over the entire load range
Variable long and cross-travel speeds when used with E11- E34 travel drives

High safety and reliability

Gentle starting and precise positioning thanks to particularly fine control at low speeds
Acceleration and braking ramps to reduce load sway
Increased safety by means of motor temperature monitoring

Versatile performance

Creep lifting speed from 0.15 m/min (DCS 1)
Gentle positioning and fast travel in one, thanks to a 1:100 control ratio
Pro-Hub function for up to 90% higher nominal speed for partial load or no-load operations
Wide voltage range input 380–480 V/50–60 Hz

Optimized safety

Improved safety and reliability thanks to 24 V control voltage and operating limit switches
Cut-off on overload thanks to speed-monitored slipping clutch
No load sinking thanks to brake/coupling system

Optimized efficiency

Installation and commissioning in a minimum of time
Fast and ergonomic height adjustment of the control pendant without the need for any additional wiring
Rapid access to all important plug-and-socket connections, height adjustment of the control pendant and chain lubrication thanks to pivoting service cover
Elapsed operating time counter and diagnosis interface
Interchangeable chain drive can be quickly and easily replaced without the need to remove motor or gearbox parts
High flexibility thanks to complete features
Gearbox, brake and slipping clutch are maintenance-free for up to 10 years

Ergonomic operation

Simple commissioning and service thanks to plug-&-lift and plug-&-drive connections
Fatigue-free operation thanks to ergonomic, plug-in DSC-S control pendant
Flexibility as standard thanks to two sizes of suspension bracket
Fast and simple installation thanks to infinitely variable adjustment of trolleys to the flange width.

Technical data

DCS-Pro chain hoist: variable lifting speeds

LC	Chain hoist type	Reev- ing	FEM	Lifting speed at 50/60 Hz [m/min]		Hook path [m]	Weight for chain length [kg]
[kg]	DCS-Pro			VS_rated	VS_max¹⁾		5m	8m
80	1	1/1	4m	0.15-30	30	5 and 8²⁾	25	27
100
125
160	2		4m	0.15-16	30		25	27
200			3m
250			2m+^*)
315	5		4m	0.08-8	15		29	31
	10			0.11-12	22		59	63
400	5		3m	0.08-8	15		29	31
	10		4m	0.11-12	22		59	63
500	5		2m+^*)	0.08-8	15		29	31
	10		4m	0.11-12	22		59	63
630			4m	0.06-6	11		54	58
				0.11-12	22		59	63
800			3m	0.06-6	11		54	58
				0.11-12	22		59	63
1.000			2m+^*)	0.06-6	11		54	58
				0.11-12	22		59	63
	15		4m	0.08-8	15	4	75	80
1.250	10		1Am	0.04-4	7	5 and 8	54	58
		2/1	4m	0.06-6	11		68	72
	15	1/1	3m	0.08-8	15	4	75	80
1.600	10	2/1	3m	0.06-6	11	5 and 8	68	72
	15	1/1	2m+^*)	0.08-8	15	4	75	80
2.000	10	2/1	2m+^*)	0.06-6	11	5 and 8	68	72
	15		4m	0.04-4	7	4	89	99
2.500	10		1Am			5 and 8	68	72
	15		3m			4	89	99
3.200	15		2m+^*)			4	89	99

LC: Load capacity

¹⁾ Maximum lifting speed in the partial load range/without load

²⁾ Longer hook paths on request

^*) 2m+ corresponds to 1,900 hours at full load

Customer benefits at glance

Safety

Low-voltage control pendant thanks to 24 V contactor control system
Safety-related functions satisfy at least Performance Level c and Category 2 to EN ISO 13849-1

Minimum load sway

Smooth cross-travel starting and braking motions for low-sway load handling
Speeds and acceleration/braking rates can be modified by means of the control pendant, if required

Long service life

Generously specified gearbox. 2m+ (1,900 hours) for main load capacities and up to 4m (6,300 hours) for demanding applications
All sub-assemblies of the chain hoist are rated for a long service life, even under the most demanding conditions

Temperature range

Reliable operation from -20 °C to +45 °C without any reduction in the duty factor
Operation also possible up to 60 °C and more

Ergonomics

Length of control cable or position of control pendant can be adjusted without the need for any wiring
Length of control cable that is not needed can be stored under the service cover

High-performance motor

Hoist motor has large safety reserves to provide for reliable operation for many years
Can be used for switching cycles way beyond usual market levels

Pro-Hub function

Up to 90% higher rated lifting speed in reduced load range

Easy to service

Gearbox & slipping clutch maintenance-free for up to 10 years
Brake maintenance-free for up to 10 years (up to 5 years for DC 10–25)
Simple and rapid maintenance and repair of individual components thanks to the modular chain hoist design – cuts any downtime to a minimum

Variable speeds

Valuable and sensitive parts can be moved and positioned more smoothly and reliably
Variable button characteristic like a car accelerator pedal

Status display

Display for elapsed operating time counter and operating statuses
Always up-to-date for service purposes

Slipping clutch monitoring

Harmful continuous slipping eliminated thanks to speed monitoring
Reliable protection against extreme overload
Load securely held in any operating situation and cannot drop while hoist is at standstill, since brake is arranged in front of the slipping clutch in load-bearing arrangement