Vertical Lift Cylinder
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vertliftWith up to 6000-pounds capacity, Positech's Vertical Lift Cylinder is ideal for straight line transfer, over-the-assembly line handling and reach-in operations when combined with an overhead rail system or a Positech Articulated Jib Boom.

The Positech V-Lift system is uniquely designed with a pneumatic or hydraulic lift cylinder.  This lift cylinder provides smooth, controlled lift with the flexibility of off-center loading.  Control circuits and auxiliary/optional components mount on the cylinder case, keeping the tooling and operator sight lines free of obstructions.   The V-Lift can be mounted on a monorail trolley, a dual rail bridge, or on the Positech Articulated Jib Boom.

For Performance and Quality

  • Monorail, dual bridge system and Positech Articulated Jib mount options
  • Up to 90,000 inch pounds of off-center loading allows side loading and reach in
  • Optional 360° continuous rotation around its vertical axis
  • Push button or twist-style up/down controls
  • Pneumatic includes air filter/regulator system
  • Standard flange plate bottom mounting for adaptability to a variety of special tooling
  • Pneumatic is designed to be operated with clean and dry air
  • Requires no lubricator
  • Precision bearings and thrust washers at joints for smooth motion and long life

Safety Features

  • 5:1 design factor minimum on all structural components
  • Pilot operated lock valve on lift cylinder and gripper cylinders prevents vertical arm movement and loss of payload if supply pressure is interrupted
  • Gripper Safety Circuitry senses the pressure in the cylinder and does not allow the part to be released from tooling unless it is supported
  • Design limits obstructions in the operator's line of sight

Specifications for Standard Models

Model Lifting Capacity (lbs.)* Maximum Moment Load (in.-lbs.) Vertical Lift (in.)
Lite Lift 400 0 24-48
Pneumatic 800 15,000 12-60
Hydraulic 6000 90,000 12-60

Pneumatic requires 90 psi clean and dry air to operate at rated lift capacity.
*Includes payload and tooling.