10 best crane winches

Crane winches are essential components in the field of material handling and lifting equipment. They play a crucial role in various industries, including construction, manufacturing, and logistics, by providing the power and control necessary for lifting heavy loads and materials.Here's what you need to know about crane winches:

  1. Function: Crane winches are designed to wind up or unwind cables or ropes, enabling the lifting or lowering of loads. They provide the necessary mechanical advantage to move heavy objects vertically or horizontally.

  2. Types of Crane Winches:

    • Electric Winches: These winches are powered by electricity and are commonly used for indoor and outdoor lifting applications. They are known for their precision and ease of control.
    • Hydraulic Winches: These winches use hydraulic power to lift and lower loads. They are often preferred for heavy-duty applications because of their high lifting capacity.
    • Pneumatic Winches: Pneumatic winches are powered by compressed air and are suitable for environments where electricity or hydraulic power may not be readily available.
  3. Components:

    • Drum: The drum is the cylindrical part of the winch where the cable or rope is wound.
    • Motor: The motor provides the power needed to operate the winch. In electric winches, this is an electric motor; in hydraulic winches, it's a hydraulic motor.
    • Control System: Crane winches are typically equipped with control systems that allow operators to manage the lifting and lowering process safely.
  4. Applications:

    • Crane winches are commonly used in overhead cranes for lifting and moving heavy materials in manufacturing facilities.
    • They are used in construction for tasks like lifting concrete blocks or steel beams.
    • Marine industry relies on winches for tasks such as mooring and anchor handling on ships.
    • Offshore drilling platforms use winches for various purposes, including pipe handling and personnel transfer.
    • They are also used in mining, forestry, and other industries where heavy loads need to be moved.
  5. Safety: Safety is of utmost importance when using crane winches. Proper training and maintenance are essential to prevent accidents. Overloading and improper use can lead to equipment failure and serious injuries.

  6. Regulations: Depending on the industry and location, there may be specific regulations and standards governing the use of crane winches. Operators should ensure compliance with these regulations.

  7. Maintenance: Regular maintenance and inspection of crane winches are crucial to ensure their safe and reliable operation. This includes checking cables, lubricating moving parts, and inspecting control systems.

In conclusion, crane winches are vital tools for lifting and material handling across various industries. They come in different types and configurations, each suited to specific applications. Safety, proper maintenance, and adherence to regulations are essential aspects of their operation to ensure the safety of personnel and the efficiency of material handling processes.

Below you can find our editor's choice of the best crane winches on the market
  

Vestil WTJ-2-G Galvanized Steel Winch Truck Jib Crane, 500 lb Extended Capacity, Extended Usable Reach 49-1/4", Extended Maximum Hook Height 105", Silver

Vestil

Product description

This Galvanized Winch Operated Truck Jib Crane lifts items from ground to truck bed height, then rotate into cargo area. Includes telescopic boom design with manual hydraulic hand pump to pivot boom up and down. Manual cable winch to lift and lower loads. Unit comes with one grab hook, one chain slot lock, and one sling hook with latch. Unit is designed for vertical lifting only. Do not use unit for lifting personnel or overhead lifting.

  • Powered cable winch makes lifting and maneuvering easy
  • Boom telescopes in and out for greater reach and versatility
  • 360° swivel design allows for maximum accessibility
  • Pre-drilled base plate makes mounting quick and easy

Industrial Wireless Remote Controller Switch AC DC Electric Hoist Transmitter Receiver for Crane and Winch F21-2S,100m Control Distance (110VAC)

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Product description

Telecontrol F21-2S industrial nice radio remote control AC/DC universal wireless control for crane 1 transmitter and 1 receiver

A. Transmitter (Handheld)

1. Shell: reinforced nylon, Weight: about 200 grams

2. Protection grade: IP64

3. Frequency range: UHF 430 ~ 440MHz, Transmitting power: ≤10dBm

4. Battery: 2 alkaline batteries AA (AA), the battery is not in the package because of transport restrictions

5. Security code: 32 (4.3 billion group of unique identifier)

6. Ambient temperature: -35ºC ~ +80 ° C (regardless of the battery temperature)

B. Receiver (installed next to the crane)

1. Shell: reinforced nylon, Weight: about 870 grams

2. Protection class: IP65

3. Frequency range: UHF 430 ~ 440MHz, Receiving sensitivity: -110dBm

4. Security code: 32 (4.3 billion group of unique identifier)

5. Ambient temperature: -35ºC ~ + 80 ° C

6. Receiver power: AC110V / AC220V / AC380V / AC36V/ DC24V (according to customer requirements)

7. Control contact capacity: 5 amperes fully sealed relay (using AC 250V / 5A fuse)

C. Features:

1. The electric hoist crane switch with emergency stop function, plus two direction function keys.

2. Industrial lift controller has a strong voltage self-test function, when the transmitter voltage is less than 2.2V when the transmitter is slowly flashing red light tips, the voltage is less than 1.8V transmitter can not work.

3. The transmitters designed with key Up / Down, which can be set to normal, No jump, whether to suppress each other.

  • This industrial remote controller includes 1piece transmitter and 1 piece receptor with high sensitivity, good accuracy, effective distance, signal persistence for a long time.
  • More kinds of voltage of the wireless hoist switches for options: AC110V,AC220V,AC380V,AC36V,DC24V
  • Control distance of hoist crane: 100 meters, and the transmitter and receiver for one-to-one encoding, has strong anti-interference ability.
  • Lift transmitter is designed with 4 functions, including up, down, stop and start, can be set to normal, no jump.
  • The appearance of the remote controller is made of glass fiber reinforced nylon material, has a strong acid corrosion, high and low temperature and water and dust resistance.

User questions & answers

Question: can you have two side by side by side on different hoists
Answer: Yes we have 10 in our shop they have different channels and were cheaper then buying new pendants.
Question: anything else required to make this work
Answer: It need two pieces of Battery. Please open the back cover of the remote control.
Question: Hi is this something that can possibly be hooked up to a dumping trailer
Answer: I think relays would be needed
Question: Is this controller compatible with Pittsburg Automotive hoists
Answer: I have two of these remotes and they work good so far. I use the on hoists from harbor freight, they are both Pittsburg hoists. I had to figure out how to wire them, my hoists only had 4 wires and the remote comes with 6 and the wire diagram that comes with the hoist is no help.
Question: Will this fit tippmann tmc
Answer: TMC doesn't have a 98 feedneck so no. Kinda would defeat the purpose of buying a magfed marker though...……… Internally a TMC is about identical to a 98 custom so if you want something cheap with the consistent feed of a cyclone hopper a 98 would be the way to go or just buy an A5/X7. They come with the cyclone built in.
Question: will this fit a 68 carbine
Answer: No this will not fit onto a 68 Carbine.
Question: Would this fit a tippman cronus
Answer: No, this product will not fit the Tippmann Cronus.
Question: does this come with hopper
Answer: Yes, this includes the Tippmann 200 Round Low Profile Hopper. Be sure to select Paintball Discounters as your Amazon fulfillment partner.

Vestil WTJ-2 Winch Operated Truck Jib Crane, Welded Steel, 1000 lbs Retracted Capacity, 56" Overall Height, Yellow

Vestil Manufacturing Corp

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Product description

  • Mounts to truck bed allowing for easy product loading and unloading
  • Boom telescopes in and out for greater reach and versatility
  • 360° swivel design allows for maximum accessibility
  • Pre-drilled base plate makes mounting quick and easy

User questions & answers

Question: Is the hand winch free wheeling or did I get a faulty winch
Answer: Yes
Question: How does the manual cable winch lock? Is it a locking handle
Answer: We have used 450 ft-lbs of torque I'd say. Out preforms all other electric 3/4" drive impacts. Well worth the money...We would never by a different brand then Makita for corded impacts.
Question: can you lift logs into the bed of a pickup using this
Answer: It will flash the torque applied for 10 second then defaults to the setting.
Question: Made in USA
Answer: Yes, this will work.

JDNN LA158-2 6Pin Waterproof Rocker Switches for Electric Crane Winch, Black, 2-Pack

DTM

  • JDNN LA158-2 250V 10A 6 Pins Electric Waterproof Double Momentary Rocker Pushbutton Switches for Power Tools Accessories Parts, Black
  • Current/voltage: 10A/250V, Terminals: 6 pins
  • Application: lifting equipment, winch, electric crane, power tools
  • Features: the push button switch made of qualified ABS, durable and waterproof
  • Shipping: the pushbutton switches are locaed in US. It will be shipped from US directly.

LEGO Technic 42042 Crawler Crane

LEGO

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Product description

Make way for the powerful LEGO Technic Crawler Crane! This huge, robust 2-in-1 model comes with an array of realistic details and exciting features. Activate the included Power Functions motor and use the joysticks to operate the boom, raise and lower the claw, rotate the superstructure and drive the huge caterpillar tracks that maneuver this mighty machine! Includes an authentic double winch and pulley system with extensive cabling, working claw, detailed cab with tilt function, exhaust pipe and a ventilation grill. You can also extend the boom for even greater height! A cool blue and white color scheme adds the finishing touch to this awesome model. Rebuilds into a huge Mobile Tower Crane!.

  • Features Power Functions motorized boom, winch, superstructure and caterpillar tracks
  • Also features an opening claw, tilting cab, extendable boom, extensive cabling and a realistic exhaust pipe and ventilation grid
  • 2-in-1 model: rebuilds into a Mobile Tower Crane
  • Crawler Crane measures over 24" (61cm) high, 23" (60cm) long and 7" (20cm) wide
  • Mobile Tower Crane measures over 23" (60cm) high, 22" (58cm) long and 7" (20cm) wide

User questions & answers

Question: Why does it say one price and at check its it a nother
Answer: The watch & movement are made in Belarus
Question: Does it come with a load chart
Answer: This one is tool only, no bat or charger
Question: Does it come with instructions or do you have to get instructions on the Internet
Answer: No this is for the tool only, any Milwaukee model ending in -20 is just the tool
Question: How many parts
Answer: Yes

Five Oceans 1320 Lbs Electric Overhead Hoist Lift Crane Ceiling Garage Pulley Winch with 20FT Remote Control (Unique in the market) FO-4338

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  • The 1180-watt electric motor with 20FT heavy-duty tethered remote control
  • Intertek ETL complaint; Underwriters Laboratories Inc.; Canada Underwriters Laboratories Inc with an IP rating of 40
  • This product features a durable 39.4-foot wire cable with 660/1320-pound lifting capacities
  • Pulley hook included for dual-line operation
  • Five Oceans Support includes a 1-year limited warranty

Product features

1320 LB OVERHEAD W/20 FT REMOTE CONTROL

The Five Oceans 1320-lb. Overhead Electric Hoist is designed for a powerful and reliable lifting of small engines, transmissions, large shop tools and perfectly ideal for the garage, shop, farm or job site.

INCLUDES:

  • 1(x) 1320lb Electric Hoist
  • 1(x) Double Line Pulley
  • 2(x) Mounting Bracket
  • 1(x) Instruction

PRODUCT NUMBER: FO-3782

ELECTRIC MOTOR

The 1250-watt electric motor is powerful enough to make this hoist the perfect solution for lifting heavy engines, bulky loads, heavy building materials, tools or machinery. You’ll receive the hoist mounting hardware you need, along with clear instructions for hassle-free and secure mounting.

  • Voltage: 120V AC
  • Horsepower: 1.51 hp
  • Max Current at Full Load: 9.85A
  • Duty Cycle: Intermittent (S3-25%)

FUNCTION

Designed for safety, the stop bracket automatically shuts down the hoist if the line blocker begins to pull it upwards. This prevents the wire cable from retracting too far on the spool and damaging the spool, cable or hoist.

  • Cable Length: 39.4 ft.
  • Cable Diameter: 11/64 in. (4.5mm)
  • Cord Length: 5 ft Power; 20 ft Remote

SNATCH BLOCK PULLEY

Choose single-line capacity, and lift up to 660 pounds at a rate of 33 feet per minute. With double-line capacity, this hoist can lift up to 1320 pounds at a rate of 16 feet per minute with the included pulley hook.

  • Stop Bracket: Yes
  • Line Blocker: Yes
  • Double Line Pulley Included: Yes
  • Tethered Control Length: 5.5 ft

CERTIFICATION

CERTIFIED - for operations in USA and CANADA: Intertek ETL & Underwriters Laboratories (and UL Canada) certifications meeting UL1340:2016 Ed.3 and Standard(s) for Electric Cranes & Hoists (CAN/CSA-C22.2 No. 33). IP rating of 40

Five Oceans 220 Lbs Electric Overhead Hoist Lift Crane Ceiling Garage Pulley Winch with Zinc-Plated Steel Wire and Remote Control FO-4344

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  • The 220-watt electric motor with heavy-duty tethered remote control (opportunity to add 20 ft remote control FO-4319)
  • This hoist is certified for operations in USA and CANADA: Intertek ETL & Underwriters Laboratories (and UL Canada) certifications meeting UL1340:2016 Ed.3 and Standard(s) for Electric Cranes & Hoists (CAN/CSA-C22.2 No. 33). IP rating of 40
  • Product features a durable 26.25-foot wire cable with 110/220-pound lifting capacities
  • Pulley hook included for dual-line operation
  • Five Oceans Support includes a 1-year limited warranty

User questions & answers

Question: can hoist be mounted on wall
Answer: It’s possible, but not without other components. You would have to rig up a rigid pulley to redirect it, and find a way for the new set up to engage the auto stop (or just not use it)
Question: how long is the cord from the controller to the hoist
Answer: 65” +/-
Question: Do they sell mounting kit for this hoist
Answer: Kit comes with mounting brackets for unistrut or similar mounting.

Product features

220 LB OVERHEAD

The Five Oceans 220-lb. Overhead Electric Hoist is designed for a powerful and reliable lifting of small engines, transmissions, large shop tools and perfectly ideal for the garage, shop, farm or job site.

INCLUDES:

  • 1(x) 220lb Electric Hoist
  • 1(x) Double Line Pulley
  • 2(x) Mounting Bracket
  • 1(x) Instruction

PRODUCT NUMBER: FO-4344

ELECTRIC MOTOR

The 220-watt electric motor is powerful enough to make this hoist the perfect solution for lifting heavy engines, bulky loads, heavy building materials, tools or machinery. You’ll receive the hoist mounting hardware you need, along with clear instructions for hassle-free and secure mounting.

  • Voltage: 120V AC
  • Horsepower: 0.30 hp
  • Max Current at Full Load: 1.95A
  • Duty Cycle: Intermittent (S3-25%)

FUNCTION

Designed for safety, the stop bracket automatically shuts down the hoist if the line blocker begins to pull it upwards. This prevents the wire cable from retracting too far on the spool and damaging the spool, cable or hoist.

  • Cable Length: 26.25 ft.
  • Cable Diameter: 3/32 in (2.5mm)
  • Cord Length: 5 ft Power; 6 ft Remote

SNATCH BLOCK PULLEY

Choose single-line capacity, and lift up to 110 pounds at a rate of 33 feet per minute. With double-line capacity, this hoist can lift up to 220 pounds at a rate of 16 feet per minute with the included pulley hook.

  • Stop Bracket: Yes
  • Line Blocker: Yes
  • Double Line Pulley Included: Yes
  • Tethered Control Length: 5.5 ft

CERTIFICATION

CERTIFIED - for operations in USA and CANADA: Intertek ETL & Underwriters Laboratories (and UL Canada) certifications meeting UL1340:2016 Ed.3 and Standard(s) for Electric Cranes & Hoists (CAN/CSA-C22.2 No. 33). IP rating of 40

Ramsey Winch/Auto Crane 482029, Cover-Female Receptacle, Urethane

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Product description

Ramsey Winch/Auto Crane 482029, Cover-Female Receptacle, Urethane

Five Oceans Lift Electric Chain Hoist Single Phase Overhead Crane Garage Ceiling Pulley Winch Hook Mount with Remote Control (120V/60HZ- 1/2 Ton/1100LBS) FO-4335

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  • The Five Oceans Electric Chain Hoist operates on a standard 120V power supply, making it easy to power in a variety of situations, perfect for use in workshops, garages, construction, factories, warehouses, and industrial applications
  • Specifications are Lifting Capacity: 1/2 Ton / 1100 Lbs; Input Power: 720 Watts; Voltage: 120 Volts / 60Hz; Amperage(Current): 6 Amps; Lifting height: 14.1 feet; Lifting Speed: 13 feet/min; Motor: Single-phase; Insulating Grade: B; Protection: IP40
  • Designed for lifting and moving heavy-duty objects. This electric hoist is equipped with security measures such as a dual brake system to avoid accidents
  • Hook with chains Different from the standard Hoist equipped with Zinc-Plated Steel Wire. This hoist is equipped with a G80 Mn-steel chain and a built-in chain bag that keeps chain out of the way during operation
  • Remote Control: This hoist comes with a wired 6FT remote control with a safety emergency stop button

User questions & answers

Question: how much does it weigh
Answer: 49.7 lbs
Question: How much does it weigh
Answer: 50lbs
Question: Does this unit power going down? Can this unit safely hold the weight in the air? Can What does single phase mean
Answer: If the unit loses power it will hold the load in the air, It will never fall when power is cut.
Question: Does this have a plug to connect power or does ot need to be hard wired
Answer: PLUG

Product features

Lift Electric Chain Hoist Single Phase Overhead Crane Garage Ceiling Pulley Winch Hook Mount with Remote Control (120V/60HZ- 1/2 Ton/1100LBS)

The Five Oceans Electric Chain Hoist is designed for lifting and moving heavy-duty applications. It operates on the standard 120V power supply, making it easy to power in a variety of situations, perfect for use in a garage or workshop.

The Hoist features a top hook suspension with a heavy-duty safety catch, it also includes a remote control with emergency stop, and thermal overload protection.

Including a built-in chain, the bag keeps the chain out of the way during operation.

Dutton-Lainson Company SA12015AC 120 Volt/2700 lbs/4000 lbs Electric Winch with Built-In Remote

Goldenrod

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Product description

120 volt AC winches are perfect for indoor or fixed applications, with access to a power outlet. Potential uses includes: shop cranes, boat lifts, boat davits, light towers, ventilation systems, dumb waiters, opening and closing of large horizontal sliding doors.

All D-L StrongArm; electric winches are built for multipurpose hauling and pulling operations. They are not to be used as hoists for lifting, supporting, or transporting people, or for handling loads over areas where people could be present.

  • 2700 pounds (dead weight) single line load capacity
  • Double line operation (using pulley block and second hook) increases capacity to 4000 pounds
  • Factory installed remote control with 10 foot cord
  • Includes 7/32 inch x 50 feet aircraft cable and hook, plus pulley block and hook, installed and ready to use
  • 3 minute run time requires 15 minute cool down

User questions & answers

Question: Can this be mounted to a davit arm
Answer: I mounted mine to Hewlett cantilever boatlift. I removed all the gears and chain for the interior and cut a hole in the center cabinet and mounted the winch to the back wall with four hardened bolts Cable was fastened just like the original. I've had no issues for over three years.
Question: Is there an adapter with a hook on the back so I could easily attach this to a tree sling, or a chain
Answer: Yes. There is. Thanks
Question: Can this be mounted to a davit arm
Answer: Per the manufacturer, the winch is able to be mounted on a davit arm. The model number SA12015AC is not recommended to be used in this type of application.
Question: Is there an adapter to convert a 12vdc wench to 120vdc
Answer: Thanks for your question, but no- we do not offer an adaptor to convert a 12 volt winch to a 120 volt winch, and we do not recommend that you install any parts, accessories, or adaptors not made by us on a StrongArm winch.

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