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Yale VSIII Heavy Duty Hand Chain Hoist – 10t-50t WLL
YAL-VSIII-MCH-51
Yale VSIII heavy duty hand chain hoist, 10t to 50t WLL, using 4 to 18 chain falls for precise, sensitive lifting of very heavy loads. It extends the proven VSIII range, the successor to the Yale VS series, and is compatible with Yale HTG trolleys.
From: £1,325.00£1,590.00 Exc VATInc VAT
Description
Yale VSIII Heavy Duty Hand Chain Hoist
The Yale VSIII Heavy Duty is the high-capacity extension of Yale’s proven VSIII chain block range, built for very heavy manual lifting from 10,000kg up to 50,000kg. With multiple chain falls and precisely positioned components, it lifts and lowers heavy loads smoothly and sensitively for accurate positioning.
The VSIII series is the latest development of Yale’s VS chain blocks and replaces the original Yale VS and earlier VS-series models, including the heavy-duty multi-fall VS versions.
Precise Lifting of Very Heavy Loads
Using 4, 8, 12 or 18 chain falls depending on capacity, the VSIII Heavy Duty spreads the load across multiple chain falls for controlled, sensitive lifting. That makes it suitable for demanding industries such as shipbuilding, paper mills, heavy engineering and plant installation.
Robust, Long-Life Construction
Strong bolts between the side plates and housing cover, along with a reinforced hand wheel cover, add stability. Precision-machined guide rollers give smooth running of the load chain, and high-quality bearings in the gearbox, side plates and load chain sheave provide a long service life.
Corrosion Protection as Standard
The load chain is zinc plated as standard, and the brake parts and guide rollers are zinc plated and yellow chromated for added corrosion protection.
Safety Features
The chain inlet and top hook connection are covered with protective material to help prevent bruising and hand injuries. Forged hooks are fitted with robust safety latches.
Trolley Compatible
All VSIII Heavy Duty hoists can be combined with a Yale HTG geared beam trolley (available from 10t to 50t) for controlled travel along a beam. For a fixed suspension point, see the Yale YC beam clamp (up to 10t).
Options
- Overload protection device (on request)
- Chain container (on request)
- Longer heights of lift (standard is 3m)
For options, request a quote or contact our team.
Need a lighter-duty hoist? See the Yale VSIII Hand Chain Hoist, available from 250kg to 5t.
Ideal Applications
Built for heavy-duty lifting, including:
- Shipbuilding and marine
- Heavy engineering and fabrication
- Paper and process industries
- Plant and machinery installation
- Power generation and renewables
- Maintenance of large equipment
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Brand | Yale (Columbus McKinnon) |
| Range | VSIII Heavy Duty |
| Product Type | Hand Chain Hoist / Chain Block |
| WLL Range | 10,000kg – 50,000kg |
| Chain Falls | 4, 8, 12 or 18 |
| Load Chain | 10 x 30mm, zinc plated, EN 818-7 |
| Hooks | Forged, with safety latches |
| Brake Parts | Zinc plated and yellow chromated |
| Standard Height of Lift | 3m (longer lifts available) |
| Trolley Compatibility | Yale HTG geared trolleys |
| Options | Overload protection, chain container on request |
| Standard | EN 13157 |
| Replaces | Yale VS series (heavy-duty models) |
Model & Size Chart
| Model | Part Code | WLL (kg) | Chain Falls | Load Chain d x p (mm) | Headroom A min (mm) | Weight at 3m Lift (kg) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| VSIII 10/4 | 192039383 | 10,000 | 4 | 10 x 30 | 860 | 78.5 |
| VSIII 20/8 | 192039384 | 20,000 | 8 | 10 x 30 | 950 | 197 |
| VSIII 30/12 | 192039385 | 30,000 | 12 | 10 x 30 | 1,112 | 268 |
| VSIII 50/18 | 192039386 | 50,000 | 18 | 10 x 30 | 1,700 | 540 |
Dimension Chart
| Model | A min (mm) | B (mm) | C (mm) | D (mm) | E (mm) | F (mm) | G (mm) | H (mm) | K (mm) | Drawing |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| VSIII 10/4 | 860 | 63 | 65 | 47 | 463 | 104 | 55 | 50 | 448 |  |
| VSIII 20/8 | 950 | 90 | 86 | 69 | 860 | 200 | 100 | 100 | 508 |  |
| VSIII 30/12 | 1,112 | 90 | 85 | 67 | 704 | 410 | 225 | 186 | 528 |  |
| VSIII 50/18 | 1,700 | 165 | 135 | 108 | 776 | 627 | 314 | 314 | 656 |  |
Dimensions refer to the Yale VSIII drawing. A min = minimum headroom (hook to hook, fully raised). Click a drawing to open in a new tab.
Capacity & Load Information
The working load limit (WLL) depends on the model selected. Never exceed the WLL marked on the hoist, and make sure the suspension point, beam and any trolley used are rated for at least the same load. Because of their weight, these hoists need suitable handling equipment for installation.
Prices are for the standard 3m height of lift. Longer lifts, overload protection and chain containers are available – request a quote or contact our team.
Technical information
| Weight | N/A |
|---|---|
| WLL | 10t, 20t, 30t, 50t |
| Number of Falls | 1, 2, 4, 8, 12, 18 |
| Product Type | Chain Block |
| Hoist Type | Chain Block |
Key Features
- Heavy-duty extension of the Yale VSIII range; replaces the heavy-duty Yale VS models
- WLL 10,000kg to 50,000kg
- 4, 8, 12 or 18 chain falls for precise, sensitive lifting
- Strong bolted side plates and reinforced hand wheel cover
- Precision-machined guide rollers and high-quality bearings for long service life
- Zinc-plated load chain and corrosion-protected brake parts as standard
- Protective covers on the chain inlet and top hook connection
- Compatible with Yale HTG push and geared trolleys
- Optional overload protection and chain container
Safety & User Instructions
- Never exceed the WLL marked on the hoist
- Suspend only from a suitably rated anchor point, beam or HTG trolley
- Use suitable handling equipment to install the hoist; units weigh up to 540kg
- Inspect the hooks, load chain, hand chain, bottom block and safety latches before every use
- Check the brake works correctly before lifting a load
- Make sure all chain falls hang straight and untwisted before lifting
- Make sure the load sits in the bowl of the hook with the safety latch closed; avoid tip or side loading
- Operate by hand only; never use extension bars or mechanical aids on the hand chain
- Never lift people, or stand or work beneath a suspended load
- Remove from service if damaged or if the brake doesn’t hold
- Have the hoist thoroughly examined under LOLER by a competent person
