Electric Chain Hoist Control
The AR1-4S is a radio remote control set for electric chain hoists, monorails, and single-speed hoist cranes, supplied as a matched transmitter and receiver pair. The transmitter operates on two AA batteries at DC3V and delivers c
What The Electric Chain Hoist Control Is For
The AR1-4S is a radio remote control set for electric chain hoists, monorails, and single-speed hoist cranes, supplied as a matched transmitter and receiver pair. The transmitter operates on two AA batteries at DC3V and delivers control up to 100 metres. The receiver is rated IP65 and accepts a range of input voltages including DC12V, DC24V, AC36V, AC220V, AC380V, or 12V-72V, so it can be wired directly into an existing control panel without a transformer. Both units are built with glass fibre-reinforced nylon for durability in industrial environments.
What You Get From This Unit
- Operator can control the hoist from up to 100 metres away, improving safety and visibility during lifting
- No trailing cable means no snagging on structures or trip hazards on the shop floor
- IP65 protection on both transmitter and receiver allows use in dusty, wet, or outdoor environments
- Receiver voltage built to order avoids the need for an external transformer on the control panel
- Over 4.3 billion unique ID codes prevent interference between nearby hoists or cranes
Electric Chain Hoist Control As Supplied
Where This Model Is Used
- Single hook electric chain hoists in fabrication or maintenance shops
- Monorail systems where the operator needs to move freely along the track
- Single-speed hoist cranes where a pendant cable is too restrictive
- Outdoor or wash-down areas exposed to water, dust, or debris
- Retrofitting an existing hoist with remote control without rewiring the panel
Buyers This Model Suits
- Electric hoist OEMs integrating remote controls into new machine builds
- Maintenance teams replacing a failed or damaged pendant control
- Equipment dealers stocking a control unit that fits multiple voltage systems
- Traders sourcing a low MOQ remote control set from China for quick delivery
What Goes Wrong Without It
- Operator must walk with the hoist while holding a pendant cable that tangles on beams or rails
- Operator cannot see the load clearly from the hoist cab and must rely on hand signals
- Existing panel runs AC220V but a standard 12V receiver would require an extra transformer
- Two hoists in the same bay respond to the same control signal due to identical channel settings
- Pendant cable and plug fail repeatedly in wet or dusty environments
How The Unit Is Built
- 4 push buttons: 1 for hoist up, 1 for hoist down, 1 for emergency stop, 1 for on/off switch
- Crystal plug-in frequency generation across 80 channels at 0.2675 MHz spacing
- 14 control motions from the four buttons with single speed capability
- Full sealed relay outputs rated 5 amperes for direct switching of contactor coils
- Transmitter LED flashes green when battery is sufficient and red when low
- Glass fibre-reinforced nylon housing on both transmitter and receiver for impact resistance
- Operating temperature range from -35°C to +85°C, including battery tolerance
Data From The Original Product Sheet
| Model | AR1-4S |
|---|---|
| Configuration | 1 transmitter with 1 receiver |
| Function buttons | 4 |
| Control distance | Up to 100 m |
| Channels | 80 |
| Unique ID codes | Over 4.3 billion |
| Enclosure protection | IP65 |
| Working temperature | -35 C to +85 C |
| Transmitter voltage | DC3V (2 AA batteries) |
| Receiver voltage | DC12V, DC24V, AC36V, AC220V, AC380V, 12V-72V or as specified |
| Output capacity | Full sealed relay output, 5 A |
| Housing material | Glass fibre-reinforced nylon |
| Colour | Orange |
| Warranty | 1 year |
What The Housing And Contacts Are Made Of
- Glass fibre-reinforced nylon housing for both transmitter and receiver to resist impact and wear
- Sealed relay contacts rated 5 A to switch contactor coils directly without external relays
How This Unit Is Made
Step 1
Boards are populated on the SMT line and soldered on the automatic wave soldering machine
Step 2
Transmitter and receiver are paired to a unique ID code and channel before assembly
Step 3
Each set is function tested against the ordered receiver voltage before packing
Step 4
S/N and channel are printed on the back of both units so a replacement can be matched later
What Is Checked Before It Ships
- Raw material through finished product is inspected step by step on the production line
- Working process follows ISO9001:2008
- Every set is powered up and each motion is checked before it leaves the line
- 12 month warranty from delivery
What Can Be Changed On Your Order
- Receiver voltage selected from the listed range at order time
- Button text supplied as arrow tips or as your own English labels
- Two transmitters paired to one receiver, or a spare transmitter added to the set
- Own brand and label printing accepted on OEM orders
How It Compares With The Alternatives
| Wired pendant control station | Radio removes the trailing cable but adds batteries to change and a receiver to wire in; a pendant is cheaper and never needs pairing |
|---|---|
| F21-6S with six buttons | The 4S is designed for single-speed hoists with only four motions; if the machine has more functions, the 6S offers more control options |
| Joystick sets such as F24-60 | Push buttons are faster to train an operator on; a joystick gives proportional control that push buttons cannot |
Getting It Onto The Machine
- Confirm the control voltage on the existing hoist panel before ordering the receiver
- Count the motions the machine actually needs, then choose the button count with one spare
- Mount the receiver inside the panel with the 1 m cable running to the contactor terminals
- Watch the transmitter LED: slow red flashing means change the two batteries
- Record the S/N and channel from the back of both units so a lost transmitter can be replaced without changing the receiver
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the minimum order quantity?
One set. A single sample is available so you can test it on the machine before committing to volume.
How long is delivery?
3-7 working days after full payment is received, then 3-8 days by FedEx or DHL.
Which receiver voltage should I order?
Match the control voltage on the hoist panel. The receiver is built for DC12V, DC24V, AC36V, AC220V, AC380V, or 12V-72V, so tell us the panel voltage with the order.
Can I get a replacement transmitter only?
Yes. Send the S/N and CH printed on the back of your receiver and we build a new transmitter on the same channel, so the receiver stays in place.
Will two hoists in the same bay interfere?
Each set is coded with one of over 4.3 billion unique ID codes and runs on 80 channels, so a transmitter only answers its own paired receiver.
Can the button text be changed?
Yes. Arrow tips are standard and your own English button text and brand can be printed on OEM orders.
How is it packed?
One set per box at 46 x 24.4 x 14.8 cm, six sets per carton at 76.3 x 49.3 x 33 cm.
Quote The Electric Chain Hoist Control
Send the control voltage on your panel and the motion list. A price, a lead time and the matching receiver build come back the same working day.