Air Winch
Lifting Capacity: 0.5-500 tons
Wire Rope Diameter: 6-14 mm
Rope Capacity: 20-100 meters
Operating Air Pressure: 0.4–0.7 MPa
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Product Introduction
An air winch is a compact and lightweight lifting device; it uses a drum to wind steel wire rope for lifting or pulling heavy loads. The pneumatic winch can vertically lift, horizontally pull, or incline drag loads. Compared with electric winches, air winches use compressed air supplied by an air compressor as their power source. The main components of a pneumatic winch include a pneumatic motor, gearbox, brake, clutch, drum, overload protection device, and control valves. Our pneumatic winches are explosion-proof, dust-resistant, and splash-resistant. Thus, they are suitable for use in flammable, explosive, or damp and dusty environments. Moreover, they are widely used in shipbuilding, oil drilling, mining, and the power industry. We are a leading manufacturer and supplier of air winches in China, and we have over 40 years of experience in air winch production and export. For more details about our air winch, please keep reading and contact us to get a price!
Air Operated Winch
3 ton Air Winch
Air Operated Winch Specifications
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Item
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Air Winch
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Lifting Capacity
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0.5-500 tons
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Wire Rope Diameter
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6-14 mm
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Rope Capacity
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20-100 meters
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Operating Air Pressure
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0.4–0.7 MPa
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No-Load Lifting Speed
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15–30 m/min
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Full-Load Lifting Speed
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5–15 m/min
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Drum Diameter
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150–300 mm
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Braking System
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Normally closed mechanical brake
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Protection Rating
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IP54, IP65
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Operating Temperature
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-20℃-60℃
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Brand
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Payment
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TT, LC
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Advantages Of air Powered Winch
Pneumatic winches are powered by compressed air from air compressors, offering distinct advantages over conventional electric winches and making them ideal for specialized operational scenarios.
1. Strong environmental adaptability: Equipped with an explosion-proof design, along with dust and liquid splash resistance, these winches operate reliably in dusty, high-humidity environments-even where flammable or explosive gases are present.
2. Comprehensive safety features: Integrated with automatic braking upon air supply interruption and overload protection mechanisms, the winch automatically locks when air pressure drops, preventing uncontrolled load drop.
3. Wide parameter range: Its technical specifications can be customized according to your needs. Meanwhile, our air winches can meet diverse lifting and traction requirements across various tonnage levels.
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What Is The Pneumatic Winch Used For?
The characteristics of pneumatic winches make them primarily suited for harsh conditions where conventional electric winches cannot operate safely. Typical application industries include:
1. Shipbuilding and marine engineering: High-humidity, high-salt environments such as offshore operations and port loading/unloading require high standards for explosion-proof and corrosion-resistant equipment.
2. Oil and gas extraction: Work sites often contain flammable and explosive gases; the explosion-proof design of pneumatic winches prevents electrical sparks from causing accidents.
3. Mining: Underground operations involve confined spaces, high dust concentration, and risks of gas explosions; pneumatic drive meets stringent safety requirements for underground use.
4. Power industry: Applications such as field power construction and substation maintenance, where power sources may be unavailable or where explosion-proof electrical equipment is required.
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What Is The Difference Between an Air Winch and an Electric Winch?
The core difference between air winches and electric winches lies in their power sources, resulting in significant variations in explosion-proof performance, applicable environments, and maintenance requirements.
Key Differences Comparison
1. Power Principle: Air winches use compressed air supplied by an air compressor to drive a pneumatic motor; electric winches convert electrical energy into mechanical energy via an electric motor.
2. Safety Features: Pneumatic winches are intrinsically explosion-proof and suitable for flammable or explosive environments; electric winches require additional explosion-proof components, and standard models pose fire risks in hazardous settings.
3. Applicable Scenarios: Pneumatic winches are specifically designed for harsh, high-risk environments such as oil fields, chemical plants, mines, and ships; electric winches are widely used in conventional electrified settings like construction sites, water conservancy projects, and docks.
4. Maintenance and Lifespan: Pneumatic winches have relatively simple structures and strong overload resistance, but require regular lubrication of the pneumatic motor and management of condensation; electric winches have vulnerable points such as motors and electronic components, which are prone to corrosion or overheating in damp or dusty conditions.
Winch Selection Tips
1. In environments with explosion risks, strong corrosiveness, or high dust levels: choose pneumatic winches.
2. For general industrial or construction applications with convenient access to electricity: prioritize electric winches.
3. In locations without a fixed power supply but equipped with an air compressor system: consider pneumatic options; otherwise, assess the feasibility of transporting a portable air compressor.
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Finally Words
The air winch is a special type of hoisting machine powered by compressed air. It is a light and small-sized lifting equipment. Its core feature is strong explosion-proof capability, making it suitable for operations in harsh environments such as those prone to fire and explosion. For the air winch price, please feel free to contact us!
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