Two Post Auto Car Lift Machine
This two post car lift raises vehicles up to 4000 kg to a working height of 1750 mm, which puts the underside of the car at chest level instead of leaving the technician on his back in a trench. Lifting time is 45 to 60 seconds, so a vehicle goes up and comes down without the bay stalling between jobs. The columns are ...
What This Machine Does
This two post car lift raises vehicles up to 4000 kg to a working height of 1750 mm, which puts the underside of the car at chest level instead of leaving the technician on his back in a trench. Lifting time is 45 to 60 seconds, so a vehicle goes up and comes down without the bay stalling between jobs. The columns are made from steel plate 4.75 mm thick so the column does not distort under load over years of use, and overall height is 2820 mm, low enough for a standard workshop roof. The motor runs on 220 V or 380 V, and the machine weighs 530 kg or 565 kg depending on configuration. The reason this replaces a repair trench is floor space and investment: a trench is a permanent excavation that lights badly, drains badly and fixes the bay layout forever, while a two post lift occupies a small footprint, can be installed on an existing concrete floor and gives clear access to all four wheels and the whole underbody at once.
Why Buyers Choose This Machine
- 4000 kg lifting capacity covers cars vans and light commercial vehicles in a general repair bay
- 1750 mm lifting height puts the underbody at working level instead of overhead or in a trench
- 45 to 60 second lifting time keeps the bay moving between vehicles
- 4.75 mm thick steel plate columns resist distortion under repeated loading
- 2820 mm overall height fits under a standard workshop roof
- Small floor footprint compared with a repair trench so the bay layout stays flexible
- Clear access to all four wheels and the full underbody with nothing blocking the sides
Where Two Post Auto Car Lift Machine Earns Its Place
Problems It Solves
- Working from a trench gives poor light poor drainage and no access to the wheels
- A trench is a permanent excavation that fixes the bay layout and cannot be moved
- Jacks and axle stands limit how much of the underbody is reachable at once
- Thin-section columns distort over years of loading and the lift arms stop aligning
- Slow lifts add dead time to every job in a high-throughput bay
- Tall lifts will not fit into workshops with a standard roof height
Who It Is For
- Car and light van repair workshops
- Fast-fit and servicing bays
- Fleet and taxi depot maintenance departments
- Vehicle inspection and testing stations
- Garage equipment distributors supplying workshop fit-outs
Application Scenarios
- General mechanical repair and servicing on cars and light vans
- Brake clutch and suspension work needing wheel-free access
- Exhaust and underbody inspection and replacement
- Oil changes and routine servicing in a fast turnaround bay
- Vehicle inspection work where the underbody has to be viewed all round
- Replacing an old repair trench when a workshop is refitted
Technical Detail
Technical Features
- Lifting capacity 4000 kg
- Lifting height 1750 mm
- Overall height 2820 mm
- Lifting time 45 to 60 seconds
- Columns made from 4.75 mm thick steel plate
- Motor for 220 V or 380 V supply
- Machine weight 530 kg or 565 kg by configuration
- Two post layout giving wheel-free access to the full underbody
- Floor-mounted installation on existing concrete, no excavation required
Specifications
| Machine type | Two post vehicle lift |
|---|---|
| Models | Two post auto car lift, 4000 kg class |
| Lifting capacity | 4000 kg |
| Lifting height | 1750 mm |
| Overall height | 2820 mm |
| Lifting time | 45-60 s |
| Column plate thickness | 4.75 mm |
| Power supply | 220 V / 380 V |
| Weight | 530 kg / 565 kg |
| Typical vehicles | Cars and light commercial vehicles up to 4000 kg |
Figures above are taken from the product information we hold. Send us your application and we will confirm the exact specification for the model quoted.
How It Is Built and What Can Be Changed
Materials Handled
- Steel plate
Quality Control
- Each lift load tested to its 4000 kg rated capacity before shipment
- Lifting time checked against the 45 to 60 second specification
- Column plate thickness verified at 4.75 mm on incoming steel
- Safety locks and synchronisation between the two posts function tested through a full cycle
- Welded column and base assemblies inspected before painting in the spraying line
Customisation Options
- Motor and control supplied for 220 V or 380 V according to your market
- Lift arm configuration specified for the vehicle mix you work on
- Colour and branding applied for distributor supply
- Anchor and baseplate arrangement specified for your floor slab
- Manual and safety decals prepared in your operating language
How It Compares With the Alternatives
| A repair trench | A trench is a permanent excavation with poor light and drainage and no access to the wheels; a two post lift installs on the existing floor and can be relocated |
|---|---|
| Trolley jacks and axle stands | Jacks reach one corner at a time and leave the technician on the floor; the lift brings the whole underbody to 1750 mm working height |
| A four post lift | A four post lift is better for wheel alignment and storage, but the wheels sit on runways; a two post lift leaves all four wheels free, which is what brake and suspension work needs |
| A lift with thinner column sections | Column distortion under repeated loading is what eventually misaligns the arms; 4.75 mm plate is specified to keep the columns straight |
Running the Machine
Step 1
Install on a sound concrete floor and anchor both columns to the manufacturer specification
Step 2
Connect the motor to your 220 V or 380 V supply and check rotation direction
Step 3
Position the vehicle centrally between the posts so the load is balanced across both columns
Step 4
Set the four arm pads under the manufacturer lifting points on the vehicle sills or subframe
Step 5
Raise the vehicle slightly and check stability before lifting to full height
Step 6
Lift to working height within 1750 mm and confirm the safety locks have engaged before going underneath
Step 7
Lower with the area clear, releasing the locks only when nobody is under the vehicle
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Questions About Two Post Auto Car Lift Machine
What weight of vehicle can it lift?
Up to 4000 kg, which covers cars vans and light commercial vehicles.
How high does it lift and how tall is the lift?
Lifting height is 1750 mm and overall height is 2820 mm. Check your workshop roof clearance against the 2820 mm figure before ordering.
How long does a lift cycle take?
45 to 60 seconds to full height.
What voltage does the motor need?
The motor is available for 220 V or 380 V. Confirm your supply voltage and phase with your order.
Do I need to excavate the floor?
No. The lift is anchored to a sound existing concrete floor, which is the main reason it replaces a repair trench. Tell us your slab thickness and condition and we will advise on anchoring.
How heavy is the lift to ship?
530 kg or 565 kg depending on configuration. Tell us your destination port and we will quote FOB CFR or CIF.
What are your payment terms?
30 percent by T/T on order and 70 percent before shipment, or an irrevocable L/C at sight.
Request a Quote on the Two Post Auto Car Lift Machine
Send us the work you need it to do, the voltage on your site and the port you ship to. We will come back with the model, the tooling and the lead time.