Guides For Specifying And Maintaining Crane Controls
Short technical guides written for the person who has to pick the model, wire the receiver and keep the machine running.
What Does IP65 Mean On A Crane Remote Control
IP stands for International Protection Code. The rating is two numbers: the first is protection against solids and dust, the second is protection against water. A higher number is a higher l
Four Advantages Of Using A Wireless Controller
Wireless control lets the operator stand up to 100 meters away from the equipment. This removes the need to stay near hanging loads, reducing the risk of injury from falling materials or mov
How To Replace A Broken Or Lost Remote Control
A remote control may fail or go missing after long use in harsh conditions. When this happens, you need a replacement quickly to keep operations running. The key is matching the new transmit
How To Choose The Receiver Voltage For A Crane Radio Control
A radio control set is a transmitter and a receiver. The transmitter runs on batteries, so it is the same on every machine. The receiver sits in the crane panel and is built for the control
Pendant Control Or Radio Remote Control For Your Crane
Both a pendant station and a radio set close the same contactor coils in the same panel. The difference is where the operator stands. A pendant keeps them on the end of a cable under the cra
Frequently Asked Questions
Which guide should I read first?
If you are choosing between wired and wireless, start with the comparison guide. If you already know it is radio, read the receiver voltage guide before you order.
Where do the facts in these guides come from?
From the product sheets and technical notes Acontrol has published for its own models, so the numbers match the specification tables on the product pages.
Can you answer a question that is not covered here?
Yes. Send the model number or a photo of the unit over WhatsApp and you get an answer, usually within 8 hours.
Do these guides apply to other brands?
The IP rating and voltage guidance is general. Pairing, S/N and channel matching described here applies to Acontrol sets.
Can I reuse this material?
Ask first over email; we can usually supply the text and photos for a distributor site or a training document.
Still Not Sure Which Control You Need
Send a photo of the panel and the motion list and a model is proposed the same working day.