Electric Boat Hoist

With the rapid development of water transportation, leisure entertainment and shipbuilding industries, the demand for efficient and environmentally friendly boat maintenance equipment is growing day by day. As a modern ship lifting equipment, electric boat hoist has gradually become the core equipment of docks, shipyards, yacht clubs and other places with its intelligent operation, energy saving, environmental protection and high safety characteristics.

Working principle and core components of electric boat hoist

The drive system uses a high-torque motor as the power source, coupled with a reducer and gearbox to achieve smooth lifting movement. Some high-end models support variable frequency speed regulation, and the lifting speed can be adjusted according to load requirements (usually 0.1-0.3 meters/second).

Load-bearing structure

• 1. Boom/Handle: Made of high-strength steel, equipped with anti-rust coating to adapt to humid environments.
• 2. Cable/Chain: Anti-corrosion steel wire rope or alloy chain, combined with pulley block to improve mechanical efficiency.
• 3. Slings/Brackets: Flexible slings or customized hull supports to avoid damage to the hull.

Control system

Operation panel: supports local button control or electric hoist with wireless remote control, and some models are compatible with PLC programming or mobile APP remote monitoring. Safety sensor: Equipped with overload protection, emergency braking, limit switch and other functions to prevent accidental falling or overloading.

electric boat hoist

Core parameters of electric boat hoist

Parameter	Common specifications
Load	1 ton ~ 50 tons (customized on demand), the hanger is made of Q345B high-strength steel, the surface is hot-dip galvanized, and the corrosion resistance life is more than 15 years.
Lifting stroke	The standard stroke is 3~15 meters, which can be extended to 20 meters (customized guide rail system is required).
Cable specifications	Anti-rotation galvanized steel wire rope, diameter 12mm~28mm, breaking tension ≥180kN (single rope).
Sling/bracket	High molecular polyethylene (HMPE) sling, width 200mm~400mm, load-bearing safety factor ≥6:1; hull bracket can be customized to be made of aluminum alloy or stainless steel.
Motor type	High-torque three-phase asynchronous motor, rated power 5.5kW~30kW (customized according to load requirements).
Power configuration	Standard voltage is 380V three-phase AC, optional 220V single-phase or 48V DC battery (suitable for scenarios without power grid).
Lifting speed	0.1~0.3 meters/second (variable frequency speed regulation, supports stepless speed change).
Protection level	IP67, waterproof and dustproof, suitable for humid and salt spray corrosive environments.
Operation mode	Local button control + wireless remote control (electric hoist with remote control distance 50 meters), optional PLC intelligent control or mobile APP remote monitoring (4G/Wi-Fi networking).
Security protection	Overload automatic power-off protection (triggered when load exceeds 110%). Double electromagnetic brake + mechanical limit switch to prevent accidental falling. Emergency stop button and fault self-diagnosis system (LED screen displays error code).
Positioning accuracy	Lifting height error ≤±1cm, equipped with laser ranging sensor.
Working temperature	-20℃~+60℃, suitable for extreme climate environments.
Wind resistance level	Stable operation under wind speed of level 6 (13.8m/s).
Installation form	Fixed type (embedded in concrete foundation) or mobile type (weighted universal wheels with hydraulic locking device).

Technical advantages of electric boat hoist

• 1. Environmental protection and energy saving: Compared with fuel-driven equipment, electric systems have zero emissions and low noise, and meet the requirements of green ports and sustainable development.
• 2. Efficient and accurate: The electric motor responds quickly, starts and stops smoothly, and can accurately control the lifting height of the ship (error ≤ 1cm). It is suitable for precision maintenance or narrow space operations.
• 3. Low maintenance cost: The electric system has a simple structure and does not need to frequently replace hydraulic oil or deal with leakage problems. It only requires daily lubrication and circuit inspection.
• 4. Strong adaptability: The design can be customized to meet different ship types (load range from 1 to 50 tons) and site requirements (fixed or mobile installation).

electric boat hoist

What are the application cases of electric marine hoists?

• 1. Yacht clubs and marinas: used for seasonal ship launching or recovery, reducing dependence on tides and improving operational efficiency.
• 2. Boat Maintenance Center: Lift the boat to the work platform for bottom cleaning, painting or engine maintenance.
• 3. Water sports venues: Quickly deploy rowing, sailing and other equipment to support event needs.
• 4. Emergency rescue: Quickly salvage sunken or damaged ships during floods or accidents.

How to choose an electric boat hoist?

Load capacity	Select a model based on the target ship weight (including additional equipment), and it is recommended to reserve a 20% margin to deal with emergencies.
Lifting height and speed	Confirm whether the equipment stroke meets the site requirements. High-speed models are suitable for frequent operation scenarios.
Power configuration	The regular voltage is 220V/380V, and battery or solar hybrid versions are optional in remote areas.
Brands and Certifications	Give priority to brands that have passed ISO and CE certification to ensure safety and after-sales support.

Electric boat hoist operating specifications and maintenance

Operating instructions

• Check cables, circuits and structural integrity before work.
• It is strictly prohibited to overload or cable-stay the ship, and keep the load center of gravity balanced.

Regular maintenance

• Lubricate moving parts and clean guide rails every month.
• The motor insulation performance and control system are tested by professionals every year.

electric boat hoist

FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions)

Q1: What are the advantages of electric boat hoists compared with traditional hydraulic equipment?

A: Environmental protection and energy saving: electric drive has zero emissions, energy consumption is reduced by more than 40%, and the noise is <65dB.

Easy maintenance: no hydraulic oil is required, reducing the risk of leakage, and only daily lubrication and circuit inspection are required.

Precise control: frequency conversion speed regulation + laser positioning, lifting accuracy up to ±1cm, suitable for precision operations.

Q2: What are the requirements for equipment installation?

A: Power configuration: it needs to match the rated voltage (such as 380V three-phase power), and it is recommended to reserve an independent distribution box.

Foundation requirements: Fixed installation requires a pre-embedded concrete foundation (depth ≥ 1.5 meters); mobile installation requires smooth and hardened ground.

Space requirements: Reserve more than 1 meter of safe operating space on both sides of the equipment.

Q3: How to ensure the durability of equipment in humid environments?

A: The core structure is made of hot-dip galvanized steel, with IP67 protected motors and anti-rust alloy components.

The surface of the steel wire rope is galvanized, and stainless steel cables are optional (special for high salt spray environments).

It is recommended to regularly flush the equipment surface with fresh water and apply anti-corrosion lubricant.

Q4: How to deal with the overload of the electric boat hoist?

A: Automatic protection: built-in overload sensor, automatically cuts off power and triggers an alarm when the load exceeds the limit by 10%.

Double braking: electromagnetic brake + mechanical limit locking to prevent falling.

The operator needs to unload part of the weight immediately and check the status of the equipment before restarting.

Q5: Does it support customized requirements?

A: Load customization: special models from 1 to 200 tons can be designed (ship parameters need to be provided in advance).

Function expansion: Supports the installation of camera monitoring, solar power supply modules or intelligent dispatching systems.

Adaptable spreader: Provides various spreader options such as hull brackets, slings, hoops, etc.

Q6: What are the steps required for daily maintenance of electric boat hoist?

A: Daily inspection: cable wear, loose joints, control system response.

Monthly maintenance: lubricate chain/rails, clean sensors, test emergency braking function.

Annual maintenance: A professional team checks the insulation, structural deformation and anti-corrosion coating status of the motor.

Q7: Does the equipment pass international safety certification?

A: This product has passed ISO 4301 (crane design standard), CE certification and China Technical Safety Specification for Special Equipment (TSG).

Provide third-party testing reports to ensure global compliance.