Optimum solution for wind turbine maintenance
The DC-Wind chain hoist has been proven in operation all over the world for the maintenance and service of wind turbines.
Its high lifting speeds enable it to cut maintenance and downtimes to a minimum – making a valuable contribution towards high availability and efficient operation. What other benefits does the DC-Wind chain hoist offer?
- Convenient operation
- High safety standard
- Simple transport of loads weighing up to 1,500 kg
- Hook paths up to 180 meters
- Variable attachment to a slewing arm or a traveling portal arrangement
Product information
The benefits at a glance
The Demag DC-Wind chain hoist is specially designed to meet the needs of wind turbine manufacturers and operators, which makes it one of the most frequently used hoists in the industry.
High safety standard
- Safe and reliable load handling thanks to its brake/coupling system and its corrosion-protected brake featuring IP 55 protection
Can be adapted to meet customer requirements
- Specification to suit individual needs, e.g. lifting height and chain collector design
- Modification for different climate zones (e.g. cold climate versions), offshore operation and installation sites at great heights
Convenient operation
- Fast main lifting speed
- Precise positioning at creep lifting speed
- Trolley can be simply locked with a handle
- Ergonomic control pendant
Fast installation and simple handling
- Simple commissioning and convenient service thanks to Plug & Lift connections
- Long product service life and extremely low wear due to electrical braking and slip monitoring of the slipping clutch
- Gearbox and slipping clutch maintenance-free for up to 10 years
Technical data
DC-Wind selection table
SWL |
Type |
LS |
Hook path H |
Max. weight *) | |
RUDC [kg] |
Station- ary [kg] |
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125 | DC-Wind 2 | 16/4 | ≤120 | 28 | 20 |
125 | DC-Wind 5 | 24/6 | 33 | 26 | |
250 | DC-Wind 5 | 16/4 | 33 | 26 | |
250 | DC-Wind 10 | 24/6 | ≤180 | 59 | 45 |
500 | DC-Wind 5 | 12/3 | ≤120 | 43 | 36 |
500 | DC-Wind 10 | 12/3 | ≤120 | 59 | 45 |
500 | 24/6 | ≤180 | 59 | 45 | |
800 | 18/4,5 | ≤150 | 84 | 64 | |
1000 | 18/4,5 | ≤120 | 84 | 64 | |
1000 | 12/3 | ≤120 | 84 | 64 | |
1200 | DC-Wind 15 | 16/4 | ≤150 | 155 | 125 |
1500 | 12/3 | ≤120 | 155 | 125 |
*) Weight without chain
SWL: safe working load
LS: lifting speed