Two-Post Ground-Plate Lift 5T

A 5-Tonne (5,000 kg / 11,000 lbs) Two-Post Lift is a heavy-duty commercial workhorse designed specifically to lift large vans, long-wheelbase commercial vehicles, heavy SUVs, and trucks while remaining versatile enough for standard passenger cars.

Structural & Configuration Options

• Clear-Floor (Baseless) Design: The hydraulic lines and equalization cables run through an overhead gantry beam. This leaves the floor completely unobstructed, allowing transmission jacks, oil drainers, and tool trolleys to roll freely underneath the vehicle.

• Baseplate Design: The posts are connected by a low-profile steel plate on the floor which houses the chains and cables. This is the ideal setup for workshops with low ceiling clearances that cannot accommodate a tall overhead beam.

• Wireless Multi-Motor Systems: Premium high-end models utilize separate motors on each post synced via dedicated Wi-Fi networks. This provides a completely clear floor and unrestricted overhead clearance simultaneously.
• Symmetric vs. Asymmetric Columns:

oSymmetric setups feature columns facing each other directly with equal-length arms, distributing weight 50/50 for optimal stability on long, heavy commercial trucks.

oAsymmetric setups rotate the columns slightly and use shorter front arms, shifting the vehicle backward so technicians can fully open the front doors for interior or diagnostic work.

Lifting Performance & Arm Engineering

• 3-Stage Telescopic Arms: To handle the massive weight and size variation, 5T lifts typically use triple-extending (multi-stage) arms. They retract short enough to reach the lifting points of a compact car and extend long enough (often up to 1800mm) to safely balance long-wheelbase vans.
• Low-Profile Pick-Up Height: Despite their massive capacity, the arms have a low minimum profile (ranging from 90mm to 120mm) to slide easily under low-clearance vehicles or performance cars.]
• Screw-Up Pads & Lift Extensions: Lifts feature heavy-duty rubber screw pads to adjust height precisely. They include modular pad extension kits (typically 70mm to 140mm) to reach deeply recessed chassis frames on large SUVs and trucks.
• Automatic Arm Restraints: When the lift is on the floor, the arms swing freely. As soon as the carriages begin to rise, an automatic mechanical lock engages to prevent the arms from shifting under heavy load.

Hydraulic & Power Specifications

• Twin Hydraulic Ram Drive: Utilizes heavy-duty direct-drive or dual chain-driven hydraulic cylinders in each column for smooth, synchronized ascending and descending.
• Electrical Configuration Options: Manufacturers typically build these units with two power options depending on your workshop's grid:

o1-Phase (240V): Suited for standard commercial buildings or busy home workshops.

o3-Phase (415V): Preferred for high-frequency industrial environments, delivering faster lifting cycles and higher motor efficiency.

• Low-Voltage Control System: Operating buttons and control panels utilize a safe 24V circuit to protect the technician from high-voltage shocks.

Safety Systems

• Electronic Lock Release: Modern 5T lifts feature an automatic electric locking mechanism. Safety locks automatically click into place as the lift rises. Lowering the vehicle is a simple single-button operation where the solenoids automatically disengage the locks—eliminating the need to manually pull dual release cables.
• Roof Protection Sensor: On clear-floor models, a padded safety shut-off bar spans the top beam. If a tall van or lifted truck makes contact with the bar, it instantly cuts power to the motor to prevent the vehicle's roof from crushing.
• Velocity Safety Valves: Hydraulic cylinders are fitted with parachute valves or drain-back restrictors. In the rare event of a sudden hydraulic hose rupture, these valves restrict fluid escape, preventing a sudden collapse of the lift.
• Anti-Toe Traps & Curtains: Structural guards around the base of the columns prevent technicians from accidentally catching their feet beneath the lifting carriages as they approach the floor