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AIR BALANCER
Because the Yale Air Balancer offers a float capability, positioning of materials
is easily accomplished. This makes the balancer ideal for applications that require
relatively fast movement and accurate positioning. A hoist, on the other hand, has
fixed stop positions with no float. Therefore, accuracy of positioning depends on
lifting speed and operator dexterity. Applications particularly suited to the Yale
Air Balancer include palletizing and stacking, pick and place, load and unload.
The float capability is especially valuable for tool balancing and assembly.
CAPACITY - 500 Lbs. EFFORT - Minimal.
AIR PRESSURE - Only 90 psi (6 bar) required for rated capacity.
Engineered for applications that require precise positioning or repetitive
transferring of loads as heavy as 500 lbs. (600 lbs. for double reeved models).
By making loads virtually weighless, the Yale Air Balancer increases employee
productivity, reduces fatigue, and alleviates risk of cumulative trauma disorder.
Operators can lift and position loads precisely, time after time, regardless of
personal strength.
VERSATILE FLOAT CAPABILITY
Once the load is positioned at the desired elevation, the Yale Air Balancer
provides float capability. For units with pendant control, the float is 8 inches up
and down. For units with balance control, float is the entire working range. The
float feature allows the operator to position the load easily and precisely by hand.
100% DUTY CYCLE
Due to the operation of its pneumatic power source, there is no limit to the
number of start/stop cycles the Yale Air Balancer can perform. The resulting
performance allows for reliable productivity.
LOST LOAD PROTECTOR*
Because protection from injury due to loss of an unsupported load is one of the
industry's most vital concerns, the Yale Air Balancer features the Lost Load
Protector. Should the load be released accidently, the control system
immediately stops the rapid upward movement of the chain and attachments,
thus preventing possible injury to the operator.
LOCK OUT-TAG OUT DEVICE*
An additional safety feature is the Lock Out-Tag Out Device. If the balancer
should malfunction, sustain damage, or require maintenance, the device can be
set to prevent the compression of air in the cylinder, making it impossible to
operate the balancer. The balancer can be returned to service by
resetting/reinstalling the device.
Handshake-Style
Pendant Control
Swiveling
Hook

ADDITIONAL YALE AIR BALANCER FEATURES:
True vertical chain travel. Single reeved units have vertical working range up to 80
   inches (2032 mm). Double reeved units have 40 inches
   (1016 mm). Extended working range up to 130 inches
   (3302 mm) available on units through 300 lbs. (136 kgs.).
Chain lift medium, unlike wire rope, won't spin or fray.
   Chain also provides flexibility and longevity.
Exclusive 18-pocket, oblique lay liftwheel assures smooth
   balancer operation.
Ergonomically designed handshake-style pendant control
   keeps wrist and thumb in a neutral position.
Lower hook swivels, allowing the operator to rotate the
   load without twisting the chain.
Ball bearings at all rotating points.
Convenient built-in air supply port for hook-up to air
   powered end tools.
Adjustable lowering speed.
Standard control hose length is 9 feet (2.7 mm). External
   strain relief for control hose - standard.
Can be double reeved, increasing the ultimate capacity to
   600 lbs. (272 kgs.). 500 lb. (228 kgs.) models - single
   reeved only.
Lifetime Warranty.
Made in USA.

SINGLE REEVED CAPACITIES CONTROL OPTIONS
120 Lbs. / 55 Kgs. 200 Lbs. / 91 Kgs. Pendant Control - Allows operator to maneuver loads up
and down. 16 inch float enables operator to maneuver
suspended load manually.
300 Lbs. / 136 Kgs. 500 Lbs. / 228 Kgs.
Single Load Balance Control - For load such as a fixture
or tool used on a production line. Control is mounted on the
balancer and set by operator to suspend the load; operator
uses float to maneuver load manually over entire working
range. Dual Load and Multiple Load Balance Control also
available.
DIMENSIONS
  120 200 300 500
A dia. in inches (mm) 7.75 (197) 9.63 (245) 11.63 (296) 11.63 (296)
B in inches (mm) 2.00 (51) 1.38 (35) .38 (10) .38 (10)
C in inches (mm) 20.33 (517) 20.33 (517) 20.45 (520) 31.0 (787)
* Nominal dimension based on the standard
length of chain supplied with the Yale Air
Balancer. The chain may be shortened by the
customer.
Dimensions are in inches (mm).
90 psi air (6 bar) input is required to operate at the rated capacity.
Color: Yellow tubes with aluminum center and
end plates.

PRICING AND SPECIFICATIONS FOR AIR BALANCER
Model Number Cap. (lbs.) Type of control Working* range (in) Reach** (in) ***Ship wt. Price
YB-120P8 120 Pendant 80 144 60 $3,048
YB-120B8 120 Balance 80 144 60 $3,048
YB-200P8 200 Pendant 80 144 68 $3,413
YB-200B8 200 Balance 80 144 68 $3,413
YB-300P8 300 Pendant 80 144 84 $3,769
YB-300B8 300 Balance 80 144 84 $3,769
YB-500P8 500 Pendant 80 144 98 $4,936
YB-120DB8 120 Dual Balance 80 144 60 $3,724
YB-200DB8 200 Dual Balance 80 144 68 $4,138
YB-300DB8 300 Dual Balance 80 144 86 $4,494
YB-120P13 120 Pendant 130 144 60 $3,558
YB-200P13 200 Pendant 130 144 68 $4,138
YB-300P13 300 Pendant 130 144 86 $4,719
Note: Standard control hose drop is 9 ft. Hook suspension - P.O.A.
* Working range: Vertical distance from the bottom of the balancer to the hook in the lowest position.
**Reach: Vertical distance from the bottom of the balancer to the hook in the lowest position.
Actual reach may be adjusted at installation, and under no circumstances should it be less than 84 inches.
***Weights listed are for units with pendant controls and do not include the Low Headroom Trolley or suspension plate.
For units with balance control, reduce the listed weights by 4 lbs.
Top Hook Adder for Balancer
Single $211
Double $349

PRICING FOR BALANCER ADAPTER BRACKET
Model Number For use on manufacturer Price
BA-1 Yale YBT-5 $108
BA-2 CM Loderail & Unified $108
BA-3 Gorbel $108
BA-4 KBK $108
Note: For hook suspension - P.O.A.

Yale Air Balancer Low Headroom Trolley
The Low Headroom Trolley is optional and must be ordered as an additional item for the Yale Air Balancer. Includes balancer adapter bracket. Other suspensions systems are available.
PRICING FOR BALANCER LOW HEADROOM TROLLEY
Model
Number
Rated
Cap. (lbs)
Ship wt.
(lbs)
Beam flange
width range in inches
Min. radius
curve in inches
Price
YBT-5 500 24 2 5/8 thru 5 5/8 24 $246
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