Q&A High-speed lifters
The following is a list of answers for frequently asked questions from our customers. Select questions to view the answers.
Zip Chain Lifter
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Maintenance / Handling
| Q30 | If operates beyond the specified stroke range, will the zip chain come off ? |
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Others
| Q31 | How to request Not applicable certificate? |
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| Q32 | Is the delivery of three-phase motor type and servo motor type the same? |
| Q1 | What's the durability of the lifter? |
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| A1 | The expected durability is over one million operating cycles. Back to questions |
| Q2 | How to control the intermediate stopping? |
| A2 | We recommend using models with servo motor. With three-phase motor type, please choose the rotary encoder option ［Option code：E］. Back to questions |
| Q3 | What's the repeated positioning accuracy of the lifer? |
| A3 | With the fixed load, the stopping accuracy is ±1mm. Back to questions |
| Q4 | Is it possible to set multi-point stopping? |
| A4 | Multi-point stopping is possible with servo motor types, as well as the three-phase motor types with rotary encoder［Option code：E］. Back to questions |
| Q5 | Does it have a self-locking feature? |
| A5 | Self-locking is not available with standard products.It is possible to switch to worm reducer to achieve self-locking. Please consult us. |
| Q6 | What's the operating frequency limit? |
| A6 | Operating frequency limit varies with operating conditions and drive means. Please consult us. Back to questions |
| Q7 | How to operate multiple Lifter Masters? |
| A7 | Multi-unit operation can be made possible with servomotors or with mechanical synchronization. |
| Q8 | Are stokes other than those listed in the catalog available? |
| A8 | It's available under certain use conditions. |
| Q9 | Can lifters be installed in any direction? (Horizontal, sidling, suspended, etc.) |
| A9 | Standard specifications can only be installed vertically ( press up). Other installations are available on MTO basis. Please consult us. Back to questions |
| Q10 | What's the noise level (dB) during operation? |
| A10 | With standard specification (ZSL1000), the noise level is under 80dB. Back to questions |
| Q11 | Is DC motor drive ( battery power source) available? |
| A11 | It's available under certain use conditions. |
| Q12 | Are servo motors other than those listed in catalog available? |
| A12 | It's available on MTO basis. But we need to check the specifications. Please consult us for details. Back to questions |
| Q13 | Are special sizes and strokes available? |
| A13 | Under certain use conditions, it's available on MTO basis. |
| Q14 | Is post type lifter with Zip chain available? |
| A14 | Please consider using our Zip Master ZME. Back to questions |
| Q15 | Is telescopic type available? |
| A15 | Under certain use conditions, it's available on MTO basis. |
| Q16 | Is high rigidity specification available? |
| A16 | Under certain use conditions, it's available on MTO basis. |
| Q17 | Is servo motor type lifter available? |
| A17 | Zip Chain lifter ZSL, Zip Master ZME are standard servo motor types. Back to questions |
| Q18 | Is the motor mounting position & direction changeable? |
| A18 | Yes. Please consult us. Back to questions |
| Q19 | Is stainless specification available? |
| A19 | It's possible to change the material of covers and some parts ( other than strength parts) into stainless. Back to questions |
| Q20 | Are special greases available? ( food & dust preventive) |
| A20 | Yes. Please consult us. Back to questions |
| Q21 | Is double voltage motor available ? |
| A21 | 400V motor is available as option. [Option code: V] Back to questions |
| Q22 | Can bellows be installed later? |
| A22 | No. The necessity of bellows has to be decided when selecting the product. Back to questions |
| Q23 | Is heat-resistant type available? What's the maximum heatproof temperature? |
| A23 | It depends on the use conditions. (Temperature, frequency, load) Please consult us for details. Back to questions |
| Q24 | Can it be used in an environment with high clean level? |
| A24 | To reduce the debris, attaching bellows or using customers' specified greases are possible. Please consult us for details. Back to questions |
| Q25 | Can it be used outdoors? |
| A25 | Its specification does not suit for outdoor use. |
| Q26 | Is cold-resistant type available? |
| A26 | It depends on the use conditions. |
| Q27 | Is dust proof type available? |
| A27 | No, but it is possible to attach full-faced bellows. Back to questions |
| Q28 | Is heat-resistant type bellows available? |
| A28 | No heat-resistant package |
| Q29 | Can it be used in contact with water? |
| A29 | It's not designed to be used in contact with water. |
| Q30 | If operates beyond the specified stroke range, will the zip chain come off ? |
| A30 | There is no zip chain stopper, please make sure to use within the specified stroke range. Back to questions |
| Q31 | How to request Not applicable certificate? |
| A31 | Please request from where you purchased the product. Back to questions |
| Q32 | Is the delivery of three-phase motor type and servo motor type the same? |
| A32 | Yes. Back to questions |